An Act relative to disability or death cause by contagious disease; presumption
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a legal presumption that certain disabilities or deaths were caused by contagious diseases. Specifically, it applies to individuals who experience long-term health problems or pass away after contracting a contagious illness like COVID-19. The goal is to simplify the process for determining causation in cases where the connection between the illness and the resulting condition is not immediately clear.
Key provisions
- Establishes a presumption of causation for disabilities and deaths linked to contagious diseases.
- Applies to illnesses such as COVID-19.
- Aims to streamline legal proceedings related to these types of cases.
- The presumption applies when a contagious disease is identified as a contributing factor.
- It does not eliminate the need for evidence of a causal link, but it shifts the initial burden of proof.
Who is affected
- Individuals with disabilities resulting from contagious diseases.
- Families of individuals who have died due to contagious diseases.
- Legal professionals involved in cases involving disability claims or death investigations.
- Healthcare providers.
Notable changes
- Creates a legal presumption, potentially simplifying legal determinations.
- Addresses the complexities of establishing causation in cases involving long-term health issues following contagious illnesses.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Jacob R. Oliveira
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