Miscellaneous
Settlements: H.F. 1827 (1990)
Settlements of claims by defendants are not an admission of
Comparative Fault: S.F. 1827 (1990)
The scope of contributory fault was expanded to encompass “economic
The scope of contributory fault was expanded to encompass “economic loss” claims. Awards to plaintiffs
will be decreased in proportion to the plaintiff’s fault in these claims.
Civil Liability Reform: S.F. 837 (2004)
Provided civil liability protections for employers who provide job references
Provided civil liability protections for employers who provide job references about current and former employees.
Civil Actions: H.B. 2709 (2010)
Specified immunity for certain volunteer entities, including a firm, corporation,
Specified immunity for certain volunteer entities, including a firm, corporation, association, limited liability company, partnership, limited liability partnership, nonprofit organization, or other business, religious, or charitable organizations which provide assistance in the event of an emergency or disaster.
Y2K Liability: SB 1262 (1999)
Establishes affirmative defenses for individuals and small businesses for Y2K
Establishes affirmative defenses for individuals and small businesses for Y2K related failures
Real Property Liability/Opportunity to Cure: S 1494 (2010)
Required performance guidelines for certain residential contracts and modified statutory
Required performance guidelines for certain residential contracts and modified statutory warranties. Also, required notice and opportunity to repair. Allowed a home improvement contractor to inspect claims and provide a written offer to repair.