No Debating Pennsylvania’s Rejection of Strict Liability for Implantable Medical Devices

Litigation attorney Eric Alexander authored a Drug & Device Law blog discussing Pennsylvania's consistent rejection of strict liability claims for implantable medical devices. The article examines recent legal developments, particularly focusing on the Douglas v. Atrium Med. Corp. case in the Middle District of Pennsylvania. It highlights how the court's decision reinforces the long-standing position that Pennsylvania law does not support strict liability claims against manufacturers of implantable medical devices, affording them the same treatment as prescription drugs. Mr. Alexander emphasizes the significance of this ruling in clarifying the legal landscape for product liability cases involving medical devices in Pennsylvania.

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