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Confidential Settlement Details in Airbag Claims Could Harm Other Victims’ Cases

Confidential settlements over defective Takata Corp. airbags are sealing off relevant information that other victims could use to pursue injury claims. The accords make financial sense for the settling parties, but Takata and other defendants, including Honda Motor Co., General …

The Effect of Product Liability Litigation on CPSC Regulatory Compliance

Product liability litigation and regulatory activities in the U.S. often become intertwined. Product liability claims and lawsuits can generate reports to the government and recalls. And, on the flip side, recalls can generate product liability and other lawsuits and contribute …