A West Virginia law that imposes requirements designed to prevent fraud in attorney advertisements seeking clients for cases involving drugs and medical devices is valid because it’s intended to prevent confusion and protect public health, the Fourth Circuit said Wednesday.
The Prevention of Deceptive Lawsuit Advertising and Solicitation Practices Regarding the Use of Medications Act “lies right in the heart of West Virginia’s police power,” namely it’s “premier duty” to protect citizens’ health and safety, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit said.
The decision overturns a ruling by a federal district court that permanently blocked the state ...
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