Punitive Damages Reform: HB 1186 (2003).

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Prohibits a plaintiff from filing a claim for punitive damages


Prohibits a plaintiff from filing a claim for punitive damages unless the plaintiff can show evidence of willful or wanton action that would justify such a claim.

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