Immunities Flashcards
1
Q
Virginia permits tort suits against the Commonwealth and transporation districts, with a cap on recover of either…
A
$100,000 or the limit of liability insurance, whichever is greater.
2
Q
Virginia retains municipal immunity, hence….
A
municipalities are immune when engaged in governmental functions but may be liable when carrying out proprietary functions.
3
Q
Generally, government employees in Virginia will not be cloaked in sovereign immunity in cases of…
A
gross negligence, intentionally tortious conduct, or when they act outside the scope of their employement.
