No witnesses are called but each attorney summarizes the case, usually in about two hours. Caps on awards - limit the amount of damages that may be awarded in particular cases. Statutes of limitation - limit the time period in which a person is permitted to bring a law suit. Pretrial screening - a panel of specialist reviews the case and files a report on claims that have no merit. No fault systems Patient compensation funds and mutual insurance systems.
Funds limit payment for certain injuries.
Medical offer plan - The health care provider offers to pay the patient's net economic losses arising from injuries.