Legal Ruling Protects Doctor from Cross-State Enforcement

New York judge dismissed Texas's $100,000+ judgment against Dr. Margaret Carpenter.
New York has shield laws protecting providers from other states' reach.
Taylor Bruck refused to file Texas judgment due to New York’s shield law.
Judge ruled Carpenter’s services are protected under New York’s shield law.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul rejected Louisiana’s extradition request for Dr. Carpenter.
Legal analysts call ruling precedent-setting, while opponents debate full faith and credit.

Law | Shield Laws | Medical Rights

New York | Louisiana | Texas

Letitia James | Ken Paxton | Dr. Margaret Carpenter | Kathy Hochul | Taylor Bruck

5 days ago