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This bill makes several changes to civil actions involving commercial motor vehicles in Texas. It defines key terms like "accident," "civil action," and "commercial motor vehicle." The bill provides for a bifurcated trial process, where liability and compensatory damages are determined first, and then exemplary damages (if applicable) are considered in a second phase. It also limits the admissibility of evidence of a defendant's failure to comply with regulations or standards, unless such failure was a proximate cause of the injury or death. Additionally, the bill requires the periodic payment of future damages over $100,000 and allows for the admissibility of photographs or videos related to the accident. The changes apply only to causes of action commenced on or after the effective date of the bill.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=87R&Bill=SB17