The so-called vaccine court has handled such disputes and was designed to ensure a reliable , steady supply of the drugs by reducing the threat of lawsuits against pharmaceutical firms . Latest case involves liability claim , product design , drug safety questions . Suit brought by parents of girl who got DPT shots , had seizures , became disabled . Parents sue manufacturer for negligence and wrongful death. Company , Obama administration urged court to hear case ; oral arguments to take place in fall .
Latest case involves liability claim , product design , drug safety questions . Suit brought by parents of girl who got DPT shots , had seizures , became disabled . Parents sue manufacturer for negligence and wrongful death. Company , Obama administration urged court to hear case ; oral arguments to take place in fall .