1997 Lawsuit Reforms
Fire Rescue Equipment
For a summary of lawsuit reforms adopted in 1997 follow the links below:

Summary Judgment
Wrongful Discharge
Barratry
Fire Rescue Equipment
Out-of-state Lawsuits
Managed Care Responsibility
Interlocutory Appeals
Ice Skating Operators

Parties may now donate used or obsolete fire-fighting or rescue equipment to the Texas Forest Service for redistribution to volunteer fire departments without fear of liability. The donor would still be subject to liability in instances of gross negligence, wanton or intentional misconduct.

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