Deliberate intent spurs debate about value of human life

Latest News March 1, 2023

Delegates passed a bill to limit financial damages in cases where injured workers can prove deliberate intent by employers who cut corners on safety. House Bill 3270 passed 52-45 with three absences after debate about the value of a life in dangerous workplace situations. “On this, I ...

Judiciary advances new version of deliberate intent bill

Latest News February 25, 2023

Delegates seem ready to accept a compromise over the difficult issue of damages in cases where injured workers can prove deliberate intent by employers who cut corners on safety. “This has been a challenge,” said Delegate Rick Hillenbrand, R-Hampshire. “I think that this is a ...