Sec. 71.009. EXEMPLARY DAMAGES. When the death is caused by the wilful act or omission or gross negligence of the defendant, exemplary as well as actual damages may be recovered.
Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985.
Structure Texas Statutes
Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Chapter 71 - Wrongful Death; Survival; Injuries Occurring Out of State
Section 71.002. Cause of Action
Section 71.003. Application; Certain Conduct Excepted
Section 71.004. Benefitting From and Bringing Action
Section 71.005. Evidence Relating to Marital Status
Section 71.0055. Evidence of Pregnancy
Section 71.006. Effect of Felonious Act
Section 71.007. Ineffective Agreement
Section 71.008. Death of Defendant
Section 71.009. Exemplary Damages
Section 71.010. Award and Apportionment of Damages
Section 71.011. Damages Not Subject to Debts
Section 71.012. Qualification of Foreign Personal Representative