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Jan. 4, 2023

SB 1327 - Private Claims Against the Gun Industry

In reality, there is little chance that private lawsuits will be brought under SB 1327.

Allen Patatanyan

Co-Founder
West Coast Trial Lawyers

Email: allen@westcoasttriallawyers.com

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One of the more controversial laws going into effect on Jan. 1 is SB 1327, signed by Gov. Newsom on July 22. In response to a Texas law that gives private individuals a right to seek civil damages from those who provide or assist with the provision of abortion services, this new law creates a private right of action against those who manufacture or distribute certain types of weapons within California.

Specifically, the law empowers ind...

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