House Bill No. by Representative Dickerson proposes the enactment of Civil Code Article 2315.14, which establishes limitations on the award of general damages in delictual actions. The bill sets a cap of $500,000 for general damages, regardless of the number of parties involved in the action. However, if a claimant suffers a permanent mental injury that significantly impairs their ability to work or maintain a reasonable standard of living, the cap increases to $1,000,000.

The proposed law includes exceptions to these caps. Specifically, the limitations do not apply if the trier of fact determines that the claimant has experienced permanent and severe physical injuries, such as substantial disfigurement or loss of limb function. Additionally, the caps are not applicable if it is found by clear and convincing evidence that the tortfeasor acted intentionally or maliciously.