Policy Brief

Florida’s “Free Kill” Law: An Executive Overview of § 768.21(8)

What Florida’s Experience Shows About Malpractice Insurance Costs, Physician Supply, and Large Verdicts

Florida Medical Rights Association · October 2026

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A one-page summary of FMRA’s case for repealing Florida Statute § 768.21(8). It covers what the law does and what Florida’s record since malpractice caps were struck down shows about insurance premiums, physician supply, and large verdicts. Print it, share it, or bring it to a meeting with your legislator.

For the full evidence and sources, read the FMRA Policy Paper.

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