Mazda Seatbelt Case Prompts Automaker Appeal for Claims Shield
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The automobile industry, in a case involving Mazda Motor Corp., is seeking the U.S. Supreme Court’s help in limiting lawsuits that accuse carmakers of failing to install the best safety equipment.
Toyota Motor Corp., facing more than 300 lawsuits over alleged unintended acceleration, could have a big stake in the outcome of the dispute. The high court will hear arguments tomorrow.