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§ 51-14-5. When Limitations Period Begins to Run

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, with respect to any asbestos claim or silica claim not barred as of May 1, 2007, the limitations period shall not begin to run until the exposed person, or any plaintiff making an asbestos claim or silica claim based on the exposed person’s exposure to asbestos or silica, obtains, […]

§ 51-14-6. Dismissal for Failure to Establish Prima-Facie Evidence of Physical Impairment With Respect to an Asbestos Claim or Silica Claim; Procedure; Evidentiary Requirements

Subject to the provisions of Code Section 51-14-12: Any asbestos claim or silica claim pending in this state on May 1, 2007, shall be dismissed within 180 days after May 1, 2007, without prejudice unless: All parties stipulate by no less than 60 days prior to the commencement of trial that the plaintiff has established […]