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LivaNova PLC (NASDAQ:LIVN) announced a ruling from the Court of Appeal of Milan, requiring the company to pay €453 million (around $519 million) for environmental liabilities linked to a former parent company, SNIA. LivaNova disputes the decision and plans to appeal to the Italian Supreme Court. This civil action may impact LivaNova's financial standing but the outcome of the appeal regarding joint liability is pending. The company maintains a strong global presence, operating in over 100 countries.

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  • Court of Appeal ruling imposes €453 million in damages, which could strain financial resources.
  • Potential liabilities arising from past associations with SNIA may affect future profitability.

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- LivaNova PLC (NASDAQ:LIVN), a market-leading medical technology and innovation company, commented on the decision delivered today by the Court of Appeal of Milan (CoA) for LivaNova to pay damages in the amount of €453 million (approximately U.S. $519 million) as a result of a civil action where the CoA declared LivaNova (formed through a merger with Sorin) jointly liable with SNIA (a former parent company of Sorin) for environmental liabilities incurred by SNIA’s other subsidiaries. LivaNova strongly disagrees with the decision and will vigorously pursue all available remedies, including an appeal to the Italian Supreme Court. LivaNova filed an appeal over two years ago with the Italian Supreme Court regarding the CoA’s previous decision on joint liability, though the damages decision may not be stayed pending resolution of the appeal on joint liability by the Italian Supreme Court.

About LivaNova

LivaNova PLC is a global medical technology and innovation company built on nearly five decades of experience and a relentless commitment to provide hope for patients and their families through innovative medical technologies, delivering life-changing improvements for both the Head and Heart. Headquartered in London, LivaNova employs approximately 3,000 employees and has a presence in more than 100 countries for the benefit of patients, healthcare professionals and healthcare systems worldwide. For more information, please visit www.livanova.com.

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LivaNova Investor Relations and Media Contacts

+1 281-895-2382

Lindsey Little

Senior Director, Investor Relations

InvestorRelations@livanova.com

Deanna Wilke

VP, Corporate Communications

Corporate.Communications@livanova.com

Source: LivaNova PLC

FAQ

What recent legal decision affects LivaNova (LIVN)?

The Court of Appeal of Milan ruled LivaNova must pay €453 million in damages for environmental liabilities.

How is LivaNova responding to the €453 million damages ruling?

LivaNova disagrees with the ruling and plans to appeal to the Italian Supreme Court.

What is the financial impact of the court ruling on LivaNova?

The €453 million damages could significantly strain LivaNova's financial resources and affect profitability.

When did LivaNova file an appeal regarding joint liability?

LivaNova filed an appeal over two years ago concerning joint liability with SNIA.

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