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The House Judiciary Committee has passed a bipartisan bill that limits malpractice awards to injured patients. HR 4600, the HEALTH Act, caps noneconomic damages at $250,000, and limits punitive damages to twice the amount of economic damages awarded or $250,000, whichever is greater. The bill also puts limits on patients' ability to file suit over old cases, and limits lawyers' fees. The American College of ...
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