Super Lawyers 2022 – Nash, Franciskato & James

Nash  Franciskato Dean Nash Brian Franciskato Randy James

We are proud to announce that Dean Nash, Brian Franciskato and Randy James have all been selected as 2022 Top Rated Super Lawyers. All three are recognized as Super Lawyers in both Kansas and Missouri.

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Florida State Court Exactech Recall Lawsuits Update

Exactech Recall lawsuits

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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Five Risks for Teen Drivers

Teen Driver risks

Five of the greatest driving dangers for teen drivers to contend with are: driving impaired, not using a seat belt, distracted driving, speeding and driving with passengers in the vehicle. What do you see wrong in the picture above?

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Exactech Consolidated Hip, Knee, and Ankle Cases

Exactech Joint Replacement Lawsuits recall multidistrict litigation

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.

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Covidien Hernia Mesh Litigation, Franciskato Named Co-Lead Counsel

Covidien Hernia Mesh Litigation

Brian Franciskato, trial lawyer and partner, has been named Co-Lead Counsel of the Covidien Hernia Mesh Litigation in Minnesota.

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Pedestrian Accidents

car accident involving pedestrians

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?

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Franciskato Named Member of Plaintiff Steering Committee, Exactech Hip Knee and Ankle Lawsuits

Brian Franciskato Super Lawyer

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.

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Rollover Car Accidents – Dangerous Type of Accident

Rollover car accident

Rollover car accidents are among the most dangerous types of accidents. As the vehicle rolls, you and your passengers are tossed around in the vehicle’s interior, being hit by loose objects, suffering the force of impact, and possibly being thrown out of the vehicle. All of this can result in severe, life-threatening injuries.

A rollover car accident is when one vehicle has overturned (tipped or flipped) at least 90 degrees onto its side. The force of impact can cause the vehicle to land on its roof, sometimes even upright after rolling more than once.

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How Old is Too Old? Handling Older Product Liability Cases



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.

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Fire Prevention & Safety

Fire Prevention Safety smoke detector

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 use a home heating unit, some sort of portable device or a wood-burning or gas fireplace, all can lead to fires in the home if not properly installed, maintained, and operated. Implementing fire prevention safety measures can keep you and your family safe.

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