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AR SR30
Resolution
Status
4/2/2013
Primary Sponsor
Jeremy Hutchinson
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AI Summary
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Encourages the Arkansas Supreme Court to adopt policies and procedures implementing tort reforms contained in Senate Joint Resolution 2 of the 2013 Regular Session
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Seeks to establish fair balance between plaintiff and defendant rights in civil actions and protect citizens and economic interests from inequitable litigation claims and damage awards
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Identifies frivolous medical liability lawsuits as causing hospital closures, healthcare provider shortages, and forced relocation of medical professionals to other states
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Advocates for reasonable caps on punitive damages, inclusion of collateral source payments in jury considerations, and time limits on lawsuit filings to enhance healthcare access and reduce costs
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Directs the Secretary of the Senate to deliver a copy of the resolution to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court upon adoption
Legislative Description
Encouraging The Supreme Court To Adopt Tort Reforms To Balance The Rights Of Plaintiffs And Defendants In Civil Actions And Protect The State's Citizens And Economic Interests From Inequitable Litigation Claims And Damage Awards.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
5/17/2013