Sec. 7. This chapter applies to a civil action asserting an asbestos claim that is filed against an innocent successor corporation:

(1) after June 30, 2009; or

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Terms Used In Indiana Code 34-31-8-7

  • asbestos claim: means any claim for damages, losses, indemnification, contribution, or other relief concerning asbestos, including:

    Indiana Code 34-31-8-1

  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(2) before July 1, 2009, if trial has not commenced as of July 1, 2009.

As added by P.L.134-2009, SEC.6.