GM CEO defends Volt fire safety amid congressional hearing
GM chief Daniel Akerson defends the Volt amid NHTSA probe and fire tests. He says tests caused fires under lab conditions not seen in real driving and urges owners to bring cars in for repairs to reduce battery fire risk. GM uses a customer satisfaction program, not a formal recall, to address concerns.
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Dentist pleads guilty to Medicaid fraud over paper clip root canals
Michael Clair, former Fall River dentist, admitted defrauding Medicaid of 130000 by using paper clip fragments instead of stainless steel posts in root canals. He faces sentencing, with infections reported by patients and a suspended license. Clair lives in Crofton Maryland.
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