L&E Obtains $4.5M Jury Verdict in Brain Injury Case | LE
L&E Obtains $4.5M Jury Verdict in Brain Injury Case
A federal jury recently awarded $4.5 million to Langdon & Emison client and U.S. Marine Aaron Eckerberg, ending a one-week trial in the U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (Central Division). Bob Langdon and Mark Emison served as lead counsel at trial.
Bob Langdon Named Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in America
Langdon & Emison partner Bob Langdon has been named the Best Lawyers® 2016 Personal Injury “Lawyer of the Year” in Kansas City. The award marks the third year in the last five that a Langdon & Emison attorney has been named personal injury Lawyer of the Year for the Kansas City region.
L&E’s David Brose to Speak at Mizzou Law School’s 1L Boot Camp
Langdon & Emison attorney David Brose will participate today as a panelist at the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law 1L Boot Camp from 5:15 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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 […]