Opel (branded as Vauxhall in the UK) fined €64.8 million over diesel emissions
As the Dieselgate scandal continues, car manufacturer Opel, which is known branded as Vauxhall in the UK, has been fined €64.8 million. The fine, imposed by the Frankfurt public prosecutor’s office, was for selling diesel cars with emissions higher than reported to German transport regulators.
Why do you need an expert lawyer to claim compensation for a mis-sold pension or other financial investment?
Acting for individuals, businesses and groups of consumers who have been mis-sold investment schemes and products, we seek compensation and justice for victims of corrupt or negligent financial advisors and organisations. And, at Keller Lenkner UK, we believe that the best way to make guilty parties pay is to use a specialist lawyer. Of course, we would say that, but let us explain why.
Footballers out of pocket after being conned by people in positions of absolute trust
A blend of sudden wealth and young age makes footballers a prime target for scams and fraudsters. And all too often, unscrupulous advisers steer players towards unsuitable investments and get-rich-quick schemes – often because they get a hefty commission for doing so.
Has holding manufacturers to account for dieselgate led to greener vehicles?
While there are still some challenges to overcome before electric vehicles replace traditional cars on our roads, everything could be about to change. We would argue that holding manufacturers to account for their environmental failings has been crucial to this evolution.
Air pollution even worse than previously thought
Air pollution is a public health emergency on par with smoking and unhealthy eating, so say the World Health Organization (WHO).
Volkswagen urged to pay compensation to all EU claimants
In a win for consumer rights, the European Commission and the EU Consumer Protection Authority (CPC) have said that Volkswagen should compensate all purchasers of affected diesel vehicles across all EU member states. There are thought to be 8.5 million vehicles fitted with emission cheating devices across the bloc.
Volkswagen Group ‘thermal window’ is illegal
A recent opinion by an Advocate General of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) makes it increasingly likely that VW will lose its latest case over the use of emissions defeat devices. This case looked at the alleged abuse of ‘thermal windows’.
Sports investment fraud & mis-selling FAQs
What do you need to know about making a sports investment fraud or mis-selling claim? Here are some FAQs that we frequently get asked about making a claim.
