(a) This chapter does not abrogate or lessen any other defense, remedy, immunity, or privilege available under other constitutional, statutory, case, or common law or rule provisions.
(b) This chapter shall be construed liberally to effectuate its purpose and intent fully.

Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 27.011

  • Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
  • Rule: includes regulation. See Texas Government Code 311.005
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