Families in Florida are once again pushing lawmakers to repeal a law that prevents them from suing over deadly medical mistakes. The law, known as the “free kill law,” prohibits families from suing doctors or hospitals if their loved one dies of medical malpractice and was at least 25 years old and unmarried. More than a dozen family members testified in support of a bill to repeal the law during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
Supporters of the bill argue that the current law protects bad medicine and discriminates against adults with special needs who are unable to get married due to their disabilities. Republican Senator Clay Yarborough introduced the bill, emphasizing the need for more accountability in the healthcare industry. However, healthcare lobbyists and advocates have raised concerns about the impact of repealing the law, citing a shortage of doctors in Florida and the potential increase in medical insurance premiums.
Despite opposition from healthcare industry representatives, the Senate Judiciary Committee voted 9-2 to move the bill forward, marking a small victory for families seeking justice for medical malpractice victims. A companion bill has also been introduced in the House, indicating that the issue will continue to be debated throughout the legislative session. The families affected by the “free kill law” are hopeful that this latest effort to repeal it will be successful, bringing about much-needed accountability in the healthcare system.
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