THE GREAT BETRAYAL — What Healthcare Providers Aren’t Being Told About California’s SB 623

California’s newly enacted Senate Bill 623 (SB 623) is being hailed as a “historic compromise,” but for healthcare providers, the reality is far more complex. While marketed as a narrow fix for rideshare litigation, the legislation imposes substantial new financial and operational burdens on personal injury medical practices. In Part 1 of The Great Betrayal, we analyze the actual language of the bill, the lack of medical provider input during its rushed passage, and why this law sets a dangerous precedent for personal injury healthcare nationwide. It is time to look past the political talking points and understand how this legislation will impact your practice.