§ 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.

HISTORY: 1995, ch. 638.