CHAPTER § 9.01 Introduction

• Jurisdiction: United States

§ 9.01 Introduction

Manufacturers of pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices face an array of unique issues when confronted with a lawsuit in which a plaintiff alleges injuries caused by use of their drugs and devices. This chapter explores these issues and sets out some of the l egal defenses and techniques to consider when defending product liability claims.

First, the chapter provides a brief overview of eight of the most common l egal defenses to pharmaceutical product-liability claims: (1) the Restatements; (2) statutes of limitations and repose; (3)...