FL S2034

Creates section 682.025 of Florida Statutes governing arbitration agreements for medical negligence claims and nursing home disputes, establishing that compliant agreements are enforceable and consistent with state public policy.

Prohibits arbitration agreements from restricting substantive rights, due process rights, or damages and remedies available to patients or nursing home residents, and allows consumers to void non-compliant agreements until arbitration begins.

Requires pre-dispute agreements to include detailed explanations by providers, witness signatures, separate documentation, specific warning language in 16-point bold red type, and allows rescission at any time before arbitration initiation; prohibits providers from refusing service based on agreement refusal or rescission.

Prohibits presentation of pre-dispute agreements during emergency medical treatment or when the consumer's condition prevents rational decision-making, and requires arbitrators be selected by mutual agreement or appointed by court if parties cannot agree.

Requires providers to give consumers 72 hours to review post-dispute agreements and consult attorneys before signing, with post-dispute agreements containing similar notice requirements and separate documentation standards as pre-dispute agreements.