(a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), exemplary damages may be awarded only if damages other than nominal damages are awarded.
(b) Exemplary damages may not be awarded to a claimant who elects to have his recovery multiplied under another statute.

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Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 41.004

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.