Damages - As introduced, states that the amount of damages awarded as noneconomic damages must not exceed $1 million in a health care liability action arising from obstetric or maternity negligence resulting in the death or permanent injury of a pregnant or postpartum woman. - Amends TCA Section 29-39-102.

Summary

The bill adds a new rule that noneconomic damages in lawsuits over obstetric or maternity negligence that cause a pregnant or postpartum woman's death or permanent injury cannot exceed $1 million. It applies to any health‑care liability case under Tennessee’s medical‑malpractice statutes. The limit is intended to control the cost of such lawsuits.

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