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FL H0755

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2023

Primary Sponsor

Civil Justice Subcommittee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Claimants must file a sworn information form within 30 days of filing an asbestos or silica claim in Florida, detailing the basis for each claim against each defendant, including the claimant's personal information, exposure history, product identification, exposure dates and locations, and the specific asbestos- or silica-related condition claimed
  • Courts shall dismiss a plaintiff's claim without prejudice as to any defendant whose product or premises is not specifically identified in the sworn information form, upon motion by that defendant
  • Courts shall dismiss a claimant's claim without prejudice as to the moving defendant or all defendants if the claimant fails to comply with the sworn information form requirements
  • The sworn information form filed under these requirements is inadmissible at trial
  • Effective date is July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Asbestos and Silica Claims

Last Action

Died in Judiciary Committee

5/5/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary4/5/2023
Civil Justice Subcommittee2/21/2023

Full Bill Text

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