56-1-15. Fire caused by railroad operations.
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56-1-15. Fire caused by railroad operations.
(1)As used in this section:
(a)"Railroad operation" means an operation conducted:
(i)by a railroad:
(A)owner;
(B)operator;
(C)contractor; or
(D)lessee; and
(ii)on a rail line.
(b)"Railroad operation" includes an operation of a train, a construction operation, or a maintenance operation.
(2)In an action for damages that result from a fire caused by a railroad operation, proof that the fire occurred and was caused by a railroad operation is prima facie evidence of negligence on the part of the person who conducted the railroad operation.
Amended by Chapter 320 , 2009 General Session