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Virginia Code Title 56. Public Service Companies § 56-428. Railroads liable for damage from fires set out by their engines or trains

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Whenever any person sustains damage from fire occasioned by sparks or coals dropped or thrown from the engine or train of any railroad company, such company shall be liable for the damage so sustained, whether such fire originated on the company's right-of-way or not.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Virginia Code Title 56. Public Service Companies § 56-428. Railroads liable for damage from fires set out by their engines or trains - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/va/title-56-public-service-companies/va-code-sect-56-428/

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