AN ACT relating to basic and added reparation benefits.
What changed between versions
Updated the definition of 'Basic reparation benefits' to clarify that they cover economic losses from vehicle accidents, including medical expenses, lost work income, and replacement services.
Revised the definition of 'Loss' to explicitly state that non-economic damages like pain and suffering are not included, while economic losses remain covered.
Increased the maximum funeral expense reimbursement from $1,000 to $5,000 per person for medical expenses related to funeral, cremation, and burial.
Updated the definition of 'Medical expense' to clarify that it includes all healing arts professions licensed by Kentucky, with specific fee limitations based on workers' compensation schedules.
Clarified that economic loss includes expenses for services obtained instead of work the injured person would have performed, reduced by any income from substitute work.