Introduced
by
To establish that when filed on behalf of a deceased person, a two year statute of limitations for filing a medical malpractice lawsuit begins when a personal representative for the estate is named. Also, to establish that interest charges on an award of attorney fees and costs only can be charged starting on the date of the judgment.
Referred to the Committee on Insurance
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
Amendment offered
To establish the bill's effect is on future actions only, and it is not retroactive.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the Senate 27 to 11 (details)
Referred to the Committee on Judiciary
Reported without amendment
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
Passed in the House 107 to 3 (details)
To establish that when filed on behalf of a deceased person, a two year statute of limitations for filing a medical malpractice lawsuit begins when a personal representative for the estate is named. Also, to establish that interest charges on an award of attorney fees and costs only can be charged starting on the date of the judgment.
