Stibbe represents Mercedes-Benz in class action concerning NOx emissions from diesel vehicles

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NL Law
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Litigation and Arbitration EU and Competition Law

Stibbe is acting as defence counsel for Mercedes-Benz in mass litigation over allegations that the company installed prohibited defeat devices in its diesel-powered vehicles. 

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This case marks the first proceedings under the new Dutch opt-out regime for collective actions, where multiple claim vehicles are competing to be appointed as lead plaintiff. The three plaintiffs are foundations supported by US or UK-based litigation funders and law firms. Each foundation is seeking damages for all customers who bought or leased Mercedes-Benz diesel-powered vehicles in the Netherlands between 2009 and 2019. 

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