Well, the trial lawyers want it. Why? Because at present, if a newborn dies in a hospital, the parents can sue for malpractice and incompetence, but not for “wrongful death.”

As I was told by an attorney, a defendant cannot win in a jury trial against wrongful death. It is only how much the defendant must pay. It doesn’t make any difference how guiltless the hospital or doctors are; they cannot win, and ultimately, we will pay the bill.

So don’t be hoodwinked, vote against Amendment 67.

Richard Riethmiller

Pagosa Springs