PJC General Negligence 2024

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work and dedication were critical to the publication of this volume and are gratefully acknowledged. The Committee’s work was admirably aided and supported by current and past State Bar of Texas presidents and various staff members. Hon. Daniel Hinde is chair of the Oversight Committee on Pattern Jury Charges, which oversees the publication of all volumes. The Oversight Committee’s support and advice were important elements in the successful completion of this volume. This book is ultimately a tribute to the concern of all involved with its publication that it achieve fairness and rationality in jury charge submissions in Texas. —Hon. Hyattye O. Simmons, Chair , 2021–Present Committee Member since 2013

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