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Italian TV back again on the Philips Respironics matter [VIDEO]
12 Dec 2024
RAI 3 TV investigative tv show “Report” will feature a segment on December 15, 2024 @20:30 (CET), examining the Philips CPAP recall. The episode will explore the health risks, documented injuries, Philips handling of the situation, and the ongoing class action lawsuit.
Panorama 3 investigates: tens of thousands join initiatives in Milan against Philips [VIDEO]
2 Dec 2024
The renowned investigative program Panorama 3 explores how approximately 30,000 people from Germany have decided to participate in the European process against Philips for damages from defective respiratory devices. The video is now available to European audiences with subtitles in these languages: DE, IT, EN, SP, FR.
GJN Responds to Philips CEO Regarding European Class Action
7 Nov 2024
The Global Justice Network (GJN) has responded to Philips CEO Roy Jakobs' comments about the European class action lawsuit regarding recalled Respironics medical devices.
The lawsuit represents potentially over one million users and highlights serious health concerns about toxic chemicals in device components. GJN is demanding accountability, transparency, and compensation for patients exposed to harmful health risks from these medical devices.
First Court hearing announced
23 Oct 2024
The first court hearing in the EU Milan class action is scheduled for December 19, 2024. This session will provide a crucial platform for parties to present their initial positions. Outcomes will guide the case’s next steps. Key updates will be shared afterward.
U.S. settlement update
8 Oct 2024
Philips has agreed to a $1.075 billion settlement for U.S. personal injury claims related to recalled CPAP devices. Separate European proceedings are underway, addressing a different legal context. The U.S. settlement covers personal injury claims only. Further information may be found in official announcements.
Joining European Class Action details
30 Sept 2024
Clients who register on the CPAP Europe website enter a preliminary assessment phase for the class action. Formal inclusion in the case will depend on the Milan court’s ruling of admissibility. This initial step ensures clients' situations are considered from the start by the class representatives, their lawyers, consultants and team of medical experts. For updates, please check our NEWS page.