Amends TCA Title 13; Title 16 and Title 29.
Tennessee HB0982 proposes to amend the jurisdictional dollar limit for civil cases in general sessions courts, increasing it from $25,000 to $50,000. This change affects individuals and entities involved in civil litigation within general sessions courts in Tennessee. The key provision of the bill is the adjustment of the monetary threshold, allowing these courts to hear cases involving claims up to $50,000.
Tennessee HB0982 proposes to amend the jurisdictional dollar limit for civil cases in general sessions courts, increasing it from $25,000 to $50,000. This change affects individuals and entities involved in civil litigation within general sessions courts in Tennessee. The key provision of the bill is the adjustment of the monetary threshold, allowing these courts to hear cases involving claims up to $50,000.
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