Guam § 10112 - Offer of Reparation.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 10112 — Offer of Reparation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10112. Offer of Reparation.
Prior to the institution of a proceeding or claim by a patient, any offer
of reparations and all communications incidental thereto made in writing to
a patient by a health professional or health care institution are privileged
and may not be used by any party to establish the liability or measure of
damages attributable to the offeror.
(a) Such an offer shall provide that a patient has thirty (30) days to
accept or reject the offer, or such lesser period of time as may be
necessitated by the condition or health of the patient.
(b) After any rejection or the lapse of the applicable time, any party
may demand arbitration.
(c) Any such offer to a patient shall include a statement that the patient
may consult legal counsel before rejecting or accepting the offer.
(d) In a case where a potential claim is identified by a health
professional or health care institution where reparations, in its judgment, are
not appropriate, the professional or institution may, at its option, file a
demand for arbitration which demand shall identify the potential claim and
deny liability.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 10112
What does Guam Code Annotated § 10112 cover?
Section 10112 ("Offer of Reparation.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Guam § 10112?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 10112" (Guam). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 10112 apply to my situation?
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