Section 5-116 - Breast implants. - Maryland Statutes

§ 5-116. Breast implants.
 

(a)  In general.- An action for damages for an injury or death caused by the effects of a breast implant or breast implant materials shall be filed within the later of: 

(1) 180 days after the date of completion of any opt-out period in a class action in which the claimant is a member of the class, including an opt-out period provided for in a settlement agreement; 

(2) 180 days after the completion of any nonbinding mediation in a class action in which the claimant is a member of the class; or 

(3) A period of limitations that would otherwise apply. 

(b)  Exceptions.- This section does not apply to an action for medical injuries subject to the provisions of Title 3, Subtitle 2A of this article. 
 

[1995, ch. 638.]