- Stage
- Failed
- Started in
- Senate
- Latest action
- Jan 11, 2005
What it does
Amends the Code of Civil Procedure. Provides that every medical malpractice action must be commenced in the country where the medical care that is the subject of the cause of action took place. Changes the standards to determine if a witness qualifies as an expert witness. Provides that an expert witness shall provide proof of active practice, teaching, or engagement in university-based research and must provide, if retired, proof of continuing education. Provides that an expert who has not actively practiced, taught, or been engaged in university-based research within the 10 years previous to giving testimony may not be qualified as an expert witness. Provides that an affidavit from a…
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This bill failed and is no longer moving.
Failed
This bill failed and is no longer moving.
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