Punitive Damages Reform: SB 7589 (1992).
Requires that 20% of all punitive damages awards be paid
Requires that 20% of all punitive damages awards be paid to the New York State General Fund.
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ATRA President Tiger Joyce on WFLA-FM Tallahassee
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