SB215 Alabama 2010 Session
In Committee
Bill Summary
Sponsors
Session
Regular Session 2010
Title
Toxic substances exposure, statute of limitations extended, retroactive effect, Jack Cline Act, Sec. 6-2-30 am'd.
Description
Under existing law, certain cause of actions for injuries must be commenced within certain periods prescribed by statute or the claimant is barred by the statute of limitations
This bill would provide that a civil action for exposure to toxic substances shall be deemed to accrue from the date the injured party should have reason to discover the injury giving rise to the civil action
To amend Section 6-2-30, Code of Alabama 1975, relating to the statute of limitations in certain civil actions, to provide that a civil action for exposure to toxic substances shall be deemed to accrue from the date the injured party should have reason to discover the injury giving rise to the civil action and to provide for retroactive effect.
Subjects
Civil Procedure
Bill Actions
| Action Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| January 12, 2010 | Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Judiciary |
Bill Text
Bill Documents
| Type | Link |
|---|---|
| Bill Text | SB215 Alabama 2010 Session - Introduced |