Broken Promises Set Back Tort Reform in Oklahoma
May 19th, 2008 | By Dan Pero | Category: Oklahoma, Tort Reform, Trial Lawyers |
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Despite campaigning on promises to fix Oklahoma’s tort system, Gov. Brad Henry has again broken his vow to curb frivolous lawsuits. Last week, the Oklahoma House voted 55-42 to override Henry’s veto – but fell 13 votes short of the necessary 2/3rds.
William Pitts of the Journal Record reviews the history of Gov. Henry’s broken tort reform promises.