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CS/SB 22 — Relief of Eric Miles, Jr., and Jennifer Miles by the South Broward Hospital District
by Rules Committee and Senator Rodriguez
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Special Master on Claim Bills Committee (SM)
The bill authorizes and directs the South Broward Hospital District, d/b/a Joe DiMaggio Children?s Hospital, to appropriate otherwise unencumbered funds of the district and pay $200,000 to the co-personal representatives of E.E.M., Eric Miles, Jr., and Jennifer Miles.
The hospital?s medical staff failed to properly evaluate, diagnose, and treat E.E.M.?s small bowel obstruction. These negligent acts caused E.E.M. to suffer many significant and life-altering injuries, which ultimately led to his death.
Attorney fees may not exceed 25 percent of the total amount awarded under the bill.
If approved by the Governor, or allowed to become law without the Governor?s signature, these provisions take effect upon becoming law.
Vote: Senate 35-0; House 114-0