During the 2011 legislation, NFIB/Oklahoma:
Passed meaningful lawsuit reform measures, including:
- A $350,000 cap non-economic damages, at $350,000
- A requirement that judges tell jurors that an award for damages isn't subject to state or federal taxes.
- The elimination of "joint and severable liability," which will ensure defendants are responsible for only their fault.
Enacted comprehensive workers' compensation reform that overhauls Oklahoma's workers' compensation statutes to be friendlier for both employers and injured workers. It reduces costs for businesses and employees, reduces attorney involvement, increases medical expertise, and speeds up the process.
Reduced the fee on vending machines. In 2010, the legislature balanced the budget on the backs of small businesses by tripling the amount of the fees for coin operated machines. NFIB successfully supported efforts to cut the new fee in half.
Passed better workplace drug testing laws. The new law will remove serious restrictions on employers' ability to conduct drug testing.