Case Updates
Outcome
April 04, 2007
A Florida intermediate appellate court affirmed the constitutionality of applying Florida’s asbestos reform act, which gives priority to those physically impaired by asbestos-related ailments, to pending claims involving exposure to asbestos.
NCLC explains constitutionality of Florida’s asbestos reform law
September 07, 2006
A Florida intermediate appellate court is considering the constitutionality of applying Florida’s asbestos reform act, which gives priority to those physically impaired by asbestos-related ailments, to pending claims involving exposure to asbestos. In its brief, NCLC offered background to the court so that it could understand the “asbestos litigation crisis” which motivated the Florida legislature and governor to act.