An Act relative to eliminating liability limits for abuse of a minor
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to eliminate current liability limits for individuals accused of abusing a minor. Currently, there are restrictions on the damages that can be awarded in cases of child abuse, which the bill aims to remove. The goal is to provide greater recourse for victims of abuse and their families by removing these limitations on financial compensation. This legislation builds upon previous attempts to address the issue of statute of limitations for child abuse claims.
Key provisions
- Eliminates liability limits for civil cases involving abuse of a minor.
- Aims to increase the potential for financial compensation for victims of abuse.
- Addresses existing restrictions on damages awarded in child abuse cases.
- Part of a series of bills seeking to extend the statute of limitations for child abuse claims.
Who is affected
- Victims of child abuse
- Families of victims of child abuse
- Legal professionals involved in child abuse cases
- The judicial system
Notable changes
- Removes existing caps on damages awarded in child abuse lawsuits.
- Potentially expands the window for filing lawsuits related to child abuse.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Michael S. Day
Cosponsor
Michael S. Day
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