Texas Supreme Court tosses $90M nuclear verdict against Werner

Texas Supreme Court tosses $90M nuclear verdict against Werner

A nuclear verdict against Werner Enterprises that shocked the trucking industry years ago has been overturned. The case emphasized the need for tort reform across the country. In a 5-3 decision, the Texas Supreme Court reversed a lower court’s ruling that held Werner liable for $90 million in a personal injury lawsuit. This ruling is seen as a major win for trucking stakeholders, who were baffled by a truck driver facing such a large verdict des…