Sec. 98.003. DAMAGES    


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  • (a) A claimant who prevails in a suit under this chapter shall be awarded:

    (1) actual damages, including damages for mental anguish even if an injury other than mental anguish is not shown;

    (2) court costs; and

    (3) reasonable attorney's fees.

    (b) In addition to an award under Subsection (a), a claimant who prevails in a suit under this chapter may recover exemplary damages.

Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 309 , Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2009.