House Judiciary hears split testimony on S 218’s premises-liability changes
On March 30 the House Judiciary Committee heard testimony on S 218, a bill that would create an affirmative-defense standard for premises-liability suits over icy conditions; a plaintiffs-side advocate supported the bill while the Vermont League of Cities and Towns raised concerns about missing monetary caps and urged stronger protections for municipalities.
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On Tuesday, March 30, the House Judiciary Committee continued its consideration of S 218, a bill proponents say would codify an affirmative-defense standard for business owners sued over injuries from icy conditions.
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