[BilLies]

I did not see any mention of medical malpractice lawyers in the article; did I miss it?

[wagglebee]

I think that it is one of two things (the second is more likely):

1. The woman's family wanted to wait until after the state's action before they went to court because it will help their case.
2. The woman's family has already settled with the abortionist, but signed a confidentiality agreement.