The Texas House passed comprehensive asbestos and silica litigation reform legislation (SB 15) last night that will preserve the rights of victims, while also protecting Texas businesses from widespread lawsuit abuse, the American Insurance Association (AIA) said yesterday in a press release.
"This measure will quickly, fairly and efficiently compensate people who are truly sick from asbestos and silica illnesses, and also provide more certainty and stability for defendants and insurers," said John Marlow, AIA assistant vice president, southwest region.
The bill now returns to the Senate, w...
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