8.01-418.1 - Evidence of subsequent measures taken not admissible to prove negligence. - Virginia Statutes

§ 8.01-418.1. Evidence of subsequent measures taken not admissible to provenegligence.

When, after the occurrence of an event, measures are taken which, if takenprior to the event would have made the event less likely to occur, evidenceof such subsequently taken measures is not admissible to prove negligence orculpable conduct as a cause of the occurrence of the event; provided, thatevidence of subsequent measures taken shall not be required to be excludedwhen offered for another purpose for which it may be admissible, including,but not limited to, proof of ownership, control, feasibility of precautionarymeasures if controverted, or for impeachment.

(1978, c. 165.)