Virginia caps total damages in medical malpractice cases under Va. Code § 8.01-581.15, and the cap rises slightly each year. It applies to the entire award, not just one category.
Medical Malpractice Cap
Punitive Damages Cap
Punitive damages are capped at $350,000 in Virginia, regardless of how reckless the conduct was.
What Is Not Capped
In ordinary negligence cases — most car and truck crashes — compensatory damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering are generally not capped.
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