SB 564
Allows a court to modify a jury's verdict in an action against a health care provider for medical malpractice
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2396S.01I
Last Action:
3/18/2015 - Second Read and Referred S Small Business, Insurance and Industry Committee
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Effective Date:
August 28, 2015

Current Bill Summary

SB 564 - This act allows a court to decrease or increase the size of a jury's award in an action against a health care provider for medical malpractice resulting in wrongful death or personal injury if the court finds that the jury's verdict is either excessive or inadequate.

This act is identical to HB 1274 (2015) and SB 972 (2014).

JESSI BAKER

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