HB 1005 -- Punitive Damages

Sponsor:  Monaco, Crowell

This bill allows the sale of insurance coverage to indemnify a
person or business for liability for punitive damages.  These
policies may cover only those damages assessed as a result of
the defendant's vicarious liability or through the doctrine of
respondeat superior.  They may not cover the defendant's direct
participation or express authorization of the intentional
conduct committed by the defendant's agents or employees.
Currently, all such insurance policies are void as a violation
of public policy.

Missouri House of Representatives
Last Updated November 26, 2001 at 11:47 am