Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits attorneys from suggesting dollar amounts for noneconomic damages in Kansas.

Highlights:

• Prohibits attorneys from offering the following to a jury in order to suggest an amount for awards for non economic loss (Sec. 1);

• Specific dollar amounts;

• Range of dollar amounts;

• A mathematical formula or units of time; or

• A reference to objects or values lacking relevant connections to presented evidence.

• Specifies that this Act takes effect following its publication in the Kansas register (Sec. 2).

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