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Monday, December 16, 2024
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The right to trial by jury is essential to our civil justice system and our democracy. In the fifth episode of #7A, we discuss how tort "reform” has changed the civil justice system, reducing the ability of victims to bring cases or limiting the damages they may receive from a jury. This series is a project of the Texas Watch Foundation, and this episode is made possible by generous support from the ABOTA Foundation and viewers like you. Please share this video with your family and friends.
In this month's episode, Executive Director Ware Wendell gives an update on Covid-19 resources, important insurance stories, and current video projects concerning your constitutional rights. Contact us at info@texaswatch.org with your recommendations and winter storm insurance stories.
The right to trial by jury is essential to our civil justice system and our democracy. In the fourth episode of the #7A series, we discuss how juries' decisions help to protect us. This series is a project of the Texas Watch Foundation, and this episode is made possible by generous support from the ABOTA Foundation and viewers like you. Please share this video with your family and friends.
During the challenging 87th Legislative Session, you made your voices heard like never before.
Proposed legislation up Thursday on the floor would limit liability for operators of commercial vehicles, put lives at risk
Tell your lawmaker to OPPOSE HB 19 at: https://www.texaswatch.org/TruckingDanger
The Texas Public Interest Research Group (TexPIRG) convened a panel of leading experts to discuss road safety in our state. Texas Watch Executive Director Ware Wendell discusses the dangers of House Bill 19, which is being pushed by trucking lobbyists, at the 22:00 mark.