Declaration of policy

Act 13 of 2002, § 502, under MEDICAL CARE AVAILABILITY AND REDUCTION OF ERROR (MCARE) ACT.

Act 13 of 2002, § 502

Section 502. Declaration of policy.

The General Assembly finds and declares that it is the purpose of this chapter to ensure a fair legal process and reasonable compensation for persons injured due to medical negligence in this Commonwealth. Ensuring the future availability of and access to quality health care is a fundamental responsibility that the General Assembly must fulfill as a promise to our children, our parents and our grandparents.