Texas § TN.686.005 - COMMON LAW DEFENSES

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§ TN.686.005. COMMON LAW DEFENSES

COMMON LAW DEFENSES. In an action against an owner or operator of a valet parking service that has not established financial responsibility as required by this chapter to recover damages for personal injuries, death, or property damage sustained in a motor vehicle collision arising out of the operation of a valet parking service, it is not a defense that the party who brings the action: (1) was guilty of contributory negligence; or (2) assumed the risk of injury, death, or property damage. Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 23.002, eff. March 1, 2004. Amended by: Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 709 (H.B. 2190 ), Sec. 100, eff. September 1, 2023.

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