Allows punitive damages in civil actions for willful or wanton conduct or reckless disregard for health and safety.

Rhode Island S3193 amends the General Laws to allow plaintiffs in civil actions to receive punitive damages if the defendant's actions show willful or wanton conduct or reckless disregard for health, safety, and welfare. This applies to various causes of action, including those related to wrongful death. The term "willful or wanton conduct" is defined as actions done knowingly or heedlessly, without regard for consequences or the rights and safety of others. The amendment takes effect upon passage.

Allows punitive damages in civil actions for willful or wanton conduct or reckless disregard for health and safety.

Rhode Island S3193 amends the General Laws to allow plaintiffs in civil actions to receive punitive damages if the defendant's actions show willful or wanton conduct or reckless disregard for health, safety, and welfare. This applies to various causes of action, including those related to wrongful death. The term "willful or wanton conduct" is defined as actions done knowingly or heedlessly, without regard for consequences or the rights and safety of others. The amendment takes effect upon passage.