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FL S1454

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/4/2012

Primary Sponsor

Miguel Diaz De La Portilla

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals section 768.21(8) of Florida Statutes, which previously limited damages recoverable in medical negligence claims involving death of specified persons.

  • Removes language from sections 400.023, 400.0235, and 429.295 that referenced the repealed damages limitation statute.

  • Applies to civil enforcement actions related to nursing home and assisted living facility resident rights and negligence claims.

  • Effective date is July 1, 2012.

Legislative Description

Recovery of Damages for Medical Negligence

Last Action

Withdrawn from further consideration

3/2/2012

Committee Referrals

Health Regulation1/13/2012

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