Exactech recall lawsuits are moving forward in both Florida state courts and federal courts. The first cases were filed in the Florida state court in Gainesville, FL and the first trial for these state cases has been set for November 2023.
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For teen drivers, inexperience and peer pressure often lead to poor decisions when driving. Teen drivers also face other challenges when behind the wheel, ones that can increase their risk of an accident. The five most common and deadly include:
The first trial date has been set for Exactech consolidated hip, knee, and ankle lawsuits in the Eighth Judicial Circuit of Florida for November 6, 2023. The Hon. Donna Keim has prioritized moving this docket along quickly. Setting the first trial date for a little more than a year from now demonstrates her commitment to this goal.
Brian Franciskato, trial lawyer and partner, has been named Co-Lead Counsel of the Covidien Hernia Mesh Litigation in Minnesota.
Pedestrians hit by a car, whether on the road, crosswalk, or parking lot, sustain traumatic injuries, from broken bones to fractures, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and more. Who is liable in pedestrian accidents – the driver or the pedestrian?
As cities become more walkable—with new paths, crosswalks, and traffic-calming measures—pedestrian safety remains a concern. Blind intersections, high traffic areas, and even distractions like texting, talking, or scrolling on a phone can be just as dangerous when you are walking as when you are driving. For pedestrians, when your eyes, ears, and attention are elsewhere, it is referred to as ‘distracted walking.’
Let’s walk smarter. Share this information and the Safety Resources below with your family, school, or community group—and help make every step a safe one.
Brian Franciskato, trial lawyer and partner, has been named a member of the Plaintiff Steering Committee for the consolidated Exactech lawsuits in Florida’s Eighth Judicial Circuit for recalled hip, knee and ankle implants.
Rollover car accidents are among the most dangerous types of accidents. As the vehicle rolls, you and your passengers are violently tossed around in the vehicle’s interior, struck by loose objects, suffering the force of impact, and may even be thrown out of the vehicle. These crashes often result in devastating injuries and long-term consequences.
A rollover accident occurs when a vehicle tips or flips at least 90 degrees onto its side or roof. In severe cases, the vehicle may roll multiple times before coming to rest—sometimes upright, sometimes upside down.
At the AAJ Annual Convention in July, Brian Franciskato, one of our trial lawyers and also a speaker, talked about handling older product liability cases.
The time to think about fire prevention safety is always, but especially as the weather starts to cool down and the time to turn on your home heating equipment arrives. Whether you rely on a central heating unit, portable space heater, wood-burning stove, or gas fireplace, each poses a potential fire risk if not properly installed, maintained, and operated. Taking proactive fire safety measures can help protect your home, your loved ones, and your peace of mind.
