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Advances in Fire Science Central to Michael Politte’s Wrongful Conviction Case
Michael Politte is serving a life sentence for the death of his mother, who was found dead in their home in December 1998 after suffering blunt force trauma to the head and being set on fire. Michael was arrested days later at the age of 14. Michael has consistently maintained his innocence. Today, the Midwest Innocence Project (MIP) and the law firm of Langdon & Emison are working together to prove it.
Mark Emison Named Up & Coming Lawyer for PI Practice, Pro Bono Work
Langdon & Emison attorney Mark Emison was recognized as one of Missouri’s top lawyers under 40 at the annual Up & Coming Awards ceremony hosted by Missouri Lawyers Weekly on Oct. 7, 2016. Mark was honored for his work in personal injury litigation in his first 10 years of practice as well as his pro bono work on the Michael Politte wrongful conviction case.
L&E Reaches $950K Settlement in Warren County (Mo.) Trucking Case
Langdon & Emison reached a $950,000 settlement recently in a case involving a tractor-trailer accident on Interstate 70 in Warren County, Mo. Langdon & Emison represented the plaintiff Tiffany France, who sustained serious injuries when her vehicle was struck by the tractor-trailer.
Langdon & Emison Sees Increase in Taxotere Cases
The chemotherapy drug Taxotere has been linked to permanent and disfiguring hair loss in breast cancer patients nationwide. Langdon & Emison is representing patients across the country who are suffering from permanent hair loss after being treated with the drug.
Devastating Accidents Caused by Unsafe Roadways
The declining physical condition of U.S. roadways is well documented. In fact, a recent report card by a professional engineering association assigned a D+ grade to our nation’s highway infrastructure. In a recent blog post, Langdon & Emison attorney Adam Graves highlights the many problems that plague roadways and the devastating accidents that can occur as a result.
Langdon & Emison Accepting Taxotere Cases
Langdon & Emison is accepting cases nationwide on behalf of breast cancer survivors who are suffering from permanent hair loss after being treated with Taxotere.
Missed MTV’s Unlocking the Truth Premiere? Watch it Here
If you missed the series premiere of MTV’s Unlocking the Truth, featuring the wrongful conviction case of Michael Politte, you can watch the entire episode right here. Michael is represented by the Midwest Innocence Project and Langdon & Emison.
Four Langdon & Emison Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in America
Langdon & Emison attorneys Brett Emison, Kent Emison, Bob Langdon and Mike Manners have all been named again to the annual directory of Best Lawyers in America.
New MTV Show, Unlocking the Truth, Features Midwest Innocence Project, L&E Client
The Midwest Innocence Project (MIP) and MIP client Michael Politte will be featured in the upcoming MTV show, “Unlocking the Truth,” set to premiere at 10 p.m. CDT, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016. Politte is represented by MIP and Langdon & Emison
Maximizing Recoveries in Section 8 Housing Cases
Cases involving Section 8 housing are worth investigating, particularly if a catastrophic injury has occurred. These cases can involve large corporations that provide incredibly substandard services, often resulting in serious injury to residents, even death.
Ford Recalls 830K More Vehicles for Faulty Door Latch
Ford Motor Co. has announced a recall of about 830,000 vehicles equipped with side door latches that could break and open while driving, or may not close at all, according to a recent statement by the automaker.
Cancer Patients Treated with Taxotere Suffering Permanent Hair Loss
The chemotherapy drug Taxotere, also known as docetaxel, has been linked to permanent, disfiguring hair loss in cancer patients. Langdon & Emison, a nationwide personal injury law firm, is accepting Taxotere cases nationwide on behalf of cancer patients who suffered permanent hair loss after taking the drug.