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Toyota Recalls 6.5M Vehicles Worldwide Over Fire Risks
Toyota is recalling 6.5 million vehicles worldwide, including 2 million in the United States, to fix a defect in the driver’s side window switch that can lead to a fire.
L&E Attorney David Brose Comments on Proposed Legislation Allowing Longer Tractor-Trailers
Proposed legislation that would extend the length of tractor-trailers nationwide could be considered today at a House committee meeting.
Takata Airbag Recall Expands to 2015 GM Vehicles
The massive recall of deadly Takata airbag inflators continues to spread to newer vehicles, this time affecting a small number of 2015 General Motors cars and SUVs. Langdon & Emison is handling cases nationwide involving defective Takata airbags.
GM Ignition Switch Woes Continue, More Vehicles Recalled
General Motors has another ignition switch problem that can cause engines to shut off, a problem similar to the deadly defect that caused GM last year to recall 2.6 million small cars. Langdon & Emison represents clients nationwide in cases involving GM’s faulty ignition switches.
First Zimmer Knee NexGen Knee Implant Test Trial Under Way
The first bellwether trial challenging the reliability of the Zimmer NexGen knee implant is under way in an Illinois federal court where a Pittsburgh resident is alleging the device failed twice. Langdon & Emison is handling cases nationwide involving Zimmer’s NexGen and Persona artificial knee devices.
Presidential Proclamation Recognizes Elder Abuse as Substantial Public Health Problem
President Barack Obama recently released a Presidential Proclamation, designating October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in an effort to address domestic violence at all stages of life.
L&E Sees Increase in Zimmer Persona Knee Lawsuits
Langdon & Emison is evaluating an increasing number of claims alleging the Zimmer Persona® artificial knee implant loosens prematurely. Loose knee implants can cause patients severe pain, […]
Takata Airbag Recall Could Expand to Seven More Automakers
Seven more automakers, including Volkswagen America, could be facing recalls because they use airbag inflators made by Takata, Corp. that can rupture with excessive force […]
VW and Audi Diesel Car Owners Seek Compensation Amid Emissions Scandal
Environmentally conscious consumers who bought Volkswagen and Audi cars equipped with “clean diesel” technology have vehicles that are anything but clean. The U.S. Environmental Protection […]
GM Agrees to Pay $900M in Criminal Probe Over Deadly Ignition Switch Defects
General Motors Co. admitted to criminal wrongdoing and agreed to pay a $900 million penalty to settle a U.S. criminal probe over its ignition switch […]
NBC News Investigation Uncovers Dangers of Blood Clot Filter
A recent NBC News investigation raised serious questions about a medical device implanted in thousands of Americans at risk for blood clots – that has […]
Kent Emison Honored With KCMBF Legacy Award
Langdon & Emison attorney Kent Emison received the Kansas City Missouri Bar Foundation’s Liberty & Justice Legacy Award presented at the 13th Annual Liberty & Justice Gala held […]