Supporters of changes for laws governing medical malpractice litigation have a great deal of work before them, but recent successes should provide some hope, according to a California congressman.
Rep. Dan Lungren, R-Calif., a former state attorney general, said during an online chat that there are still hopes the Senate will pass the Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act, HR 420, which he called much needed.
Speaking online at the Web site sickoflawsuits.com, he said he is "encouraged" by the recent passage of legislation such as the class action reform bill.
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