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OK SB862

Bill

Status

Passed

4/5/2011

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Sullivan

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends 23 O.S. 2001, Section 15 to modify joint and several liability rules in civil actions based on fault.

  • Establishes that in civil actions not arising from contract, each tortfeasor is liable only for damages allocated to that tortfeasor (several liability only).

  • Removes previous exceptions allowing joint and several liability for defendants with over 50% responsibility or those acting with willful and wanton conduct or reckless disregard.

  • Does not apply to actions brought by or on behalf of the state.

  • Becomes effective November 1, 2011 for all civil actions based on fault that accrue on or after that date.

Legislative Description

Liability; modifying certain liability. Effective date.

Civil and Criminal Procedure and Courts

Last Action

Approved by Governor 04/05/2011

4/5/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/8/2011

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