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OK SB714
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/7/2011
Primary Sponsor
Brian Bingman
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AI Summary
- Amends 76 O.S. 2001, Section 18 regarding limitations of actions for medical malpractice claims against physicians, health care providers, and hospitals licensed in Oklahoma
- Changes "this state" to "Oklahoma" for clarification and consistency in the statute
- Maintains the two-year statute of limitations for damages actions arising from patient care, measured from when the plaintiff knew or should have known of the injury or death
- Preserves the existing exception that extends the limitation period for plaintiffs who are minors or incompetent when the cause of action arises
- Effective date is November 1, 2011
Legislative Description
Torts; clarifying language. Effective date.
Torts
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules
2/8/2011
Committee Referrals
Rules2/8/2011
Full Bill Text
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