2002 Senate Bill 1246

Introduced in the Senate

April 24, 2002

Introduced by Sen. Michael Goschka (R-33)

To allow a defendant in a medical malpractice lawsuit to sign his or her own affidavit of meritorious defense. Under current law this must be filed within 91 days and be signed by another health professional who meets the qualifications for being an expert witness.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary