New Hampshire’s Gunmaker Shield Law Faces Legal Scrutiny Amid Sig Sauer Liability Battle

In a pivotal moment for gun rights and corporate accountability, New Hampshire’s freshly enacted law designed to protect firearm manufacturers from certain lawsuits is now facing a significant legal challenge. This legislation, penned by the Republican-led Legislature just two months ago, attempts to shield Sig Sauer—a major employer in New Hampshire with over 2,000 workers—from product liability claims tied to its popular P320 pistol. But as this case unfolds in federal court, the core question looms: Should powerful gunmakers be granted special protections that limit victims’ ability to seek justice? Is State Legislation Undermining National Standards of Accountability? The lawsuits...