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Three bills aim to change or repeal Florida's 'Free Kill' law

In Florida, if you die of medical negligence and you’re not married, have no children under the age of 25, and are over the age of 25, your loved ones can't sue.

Heather Crawford

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Published: 7:46 PM EDT October 30, 2023
Updated: 8:29 PM EDT October 30, 2023

Efforts to repeal a Florida law that has been on the books for more than three decades are picking up steam.

Three bills have been filed in the Florida Legislature to repeal or partially repeal what critics refer to as the “Free Kill” law. In Florida, if you die of medical negligence, are over the age of 25, not married and have no children under the age of 25, your loved ones cannot file a medical negligence wrongful death lawsuit. 

Critics call it "Free Kill" because if you survive, you could sue, but if you die, your family can't bring a lawsuit.

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