PJC General Negligence 2022

P RAISE FOR T EXAS P ATTERN J URY C HARGES

Praise for the Texas Pattern Jury Charges

Texas Pattern Jury Charges—General Negligence, Intentional Personal Torts & Workers’ Compensation (also known as the “Green Book”) is an incredible asset to any litigator practicing in this area as well as any judge hearing such cases: this publication (revised and updated every two years by a dedicated committee consisting of trial attor neys, appellate practitioners, members of the judiciary, and legal scholars from around the state) provides jury charges, instructions, and comments consistent with current Texas law and that clarify issues and terms relevant to a charge or instruction, thereby providing guidance to practitioners and judges alike.

—Paula Knippa, Chair , 2020–2021

The Texas Pattern Jury Charges series (PJCs) is a vital tool for litigators. Each new publication provides the latest case law and statutory developments impacting jury charge submission. Moreover, updated publications often expand into new topic areas, which may incorporate legal theories and defenses not appearing in previous publica tions. So litigators on both sides of the docket need subscribe to the PJCs to stay current on the latest developments affecting jury charge submission.

—Daniel B. Linebaugh, Chair , 2017–2020

The Texas Pattern Jury Charges series is the result of a true conspiracy of excellence. Each year, among the brightest legal minds in the state combine to dedicate countless hours for one goal—the delivery of a volume to help the practitioner “get it right.” The excellence which is the result of these efforts is achieved year after year, making the product one for which we can and should be proud and, most important, upon which we can rely. Three cheers for the conspirators!

—Brock C. Akers, Chair , 2007–2017

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