European Court Opinion Raises Questions About Notified Body Liability
Executive Summary
An opinion from an advocate general at the EU Court of Justice could have an impact on whether TÜV Rheinland is found liable and might have to pay damages in the PIP breast implant case, raising broader issues about liability insurance for notified bodies.
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