A recent ruling by the state Court of Appeals may deter some competitors’ challenges to the opening of new health care facilities in the state.

At issue was the interpretation of an exception to a 2008 statute that mandates awards of attorney fees to prevailing parties in court fights over certificates of need. Under Georgia law, hospitals and certain other medical providers must obtain a certificate of need before opening a new facility, expanding or adding certain medical equipment.

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