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Hearings are being held by the Georgia State Senate’s Economic Development Committee to consider legislation that would protect businesses from medical device or drug product liability claims. Companies that would benefit are those based in Georgia with over 200 employees and have headquarters in other states. The drugs and medical devices covered must be FDA approved at the time they leave the manufacturer in order to receive this protection.

Another bill, also under consideration, would hold plaintiffs responsible for court costs if lawsuits were dismissed early in their proceedings. These bills are intended to draw businesses to Georgia by offering them protections they might not get in other locations that they are considering.

Attractive as that may be for economic development, it could have a serious impact on consumers’ rights. One of the arguments against these reforms is that many of the dangers products pose are not evident until after they reach the market and have been in use for some time and under differing conditions. What appears to be safe under the controlled conditions of a manufacturing plant and its testing conditions may change under conditions presented with consumer use.

If you have suffered an illness or injury caused by a product that is promoted as safe, you may have a valid product liability claim. Please contact the experienced personal injury attorneys at The Cochran Firm in Atlanta, Georgia for a case review. We have offices in major cities across the United States with experienced personal injury and product liability attorneys who can schedule a consultation for you.

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