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title: O.C.G.A. § 51-14-4. Prima-facie evidence of physical impairment a prerequisite of asbestos or silica claims.
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# O.C.G.A. § 51-14-4. Prima-facie evidence of physical impairment a prerequisite of asbestos or silica claims.

(a) Prima-facie evidence of physical impairment of the exposed person as defined in paragraph (17) or (18) of Code Section 51-14-3 shall be an essential element of an asbestos claim or silica claim.

(b) In order to bring or maintain an asbestos claim or silica claim, the claimant shall submit prima-facie evidence of physical impairment in accordance with the requirements of this chapter.

## History

Code 1981, § 51-14-4, enacted by Ga. L. 2007, p. 4, § 1/SB 182.