Under the hood

Article Abstract:

Stacy L Fox, senior vice president, general counsel and secretary of the Visteon Corp, one of the world's largest suppliers of parts and technology to automobile manufacturers, is profiled. Visteon averages $19 mil in annual income and has more than 130 technical, sales, manufacturing and service facilities in 25 countries.

Michigan, Management, Officials and employees, Corporate counsel, Avio Corp., Fox, Stacy L.

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Hold on tight; as amusement park rides get wilder, lawsuits proliferate

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The increase in lawsuits regarding amusement park accidents as the rides get wilder is discussed. The industry claims it does a good job of policing itself and no national regulation is needed. Some experts and plaintiffs in the suits claim accidents are underreported.

Accidents, Amusement parks, Personal injuries

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Cases built on fake stucco; synthetic material often damaged by water; lawyers see flood of suits

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The litigation by homeowners whose homes with water incursion damage in their houses because these were built with face stucco are discussed. The causes of action include fraud, false advertising and violation of warranty.

Construction industry, Product liability, Products liability

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