Chapter 7, Problem 1CT

Summary Introduction

Case summary: Six-year-old H was given a dose of the DTP vaccine by her pediatrician, under the childhood immunization schedule in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control’s recommendations. The vaccine resulted in seizures within 24 hours of vaccination. The doctor’s diagnosis declared H to be suffering from “residual seizure disorders.” H’s parents filed a lawsuit against the vaccine manufacturer W, claiming recovery on the basis of strict product liability.

To Find:The Expression of the public policy under the provision of NCVIA.