For class discussion:
In 2003 Texans approved - 51% to 49% - an amendment limiting damages in medical lawsuits for pain and suffering in mapractice cases to $250,000.
- Click here for info about it from Ballotpedia.
The policy change has been evaluated over the past few years. Here's a taste.
- 10 Years of Tort Reform in Texas Bring Fewer Suits, Lower Payouts.
- Abbott views tort reforms as good for Texas business.
- Texas Justices To Decide If Tort Reform Law Covers Autopsies.
- Ted Cruz: The Ultimate Tort Reform Hypocrite.
