LA HB435

Caps general damages at $5 million per claimant in suits arising from delictual (tort) actions in Louisiana

Defines "general damages" as subjective, nonpecuniary damages including pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of consortium, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, and emotional distress (excluding punitive damages)

Defines "special damages" as objectively verifiable pecuniary losses such as medical expenses, lost earnings, burial costs, and property repair costs, which are not subject to the cap

Prohibits juries from being informed of the $5 million cap, requiring courts to reduce any award exceeding the limit after the verdict

Does not create new causes of action or modify what types of damages are recoverable under Louisiana Civil Code