Arkansas Medical Malpractice Damage Cap
Track statutory limits on noneconomic damages and calculate your potential recoverable amount.
Legal Nuances & Exceptions
Applicability
All Medical Malpractice Cases
Statutory Reference
Ark. Const. art. 5, § 32
No statutory cap on noneconomic damages in Arkansas. The Arkansas Constitution prohibits laws limiting the amount to be recovered for injuries resulting in death or for injuries to persons or property.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the medical malpractice damage cap in Arkansas?
Arkansas does not have a cap on noneconomic damages for medical malpractice, as Article 5, Section 32 of the Arkansas Constitution prohibits such limits.
Are punitive damages capped in Arkansas?
The Arkansas Supreme Court struck down a previous legislative cap on punitive damages, meaning there are no statutory limits, though awards are subject to judicial review.
Are attorney fees capped in Arkansas medical malpractice cases?
Arkansas has no statutory cap on attorney fees in medical malpractice cases; fee arrangements are determined by agreement between the attorney and client.
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