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news.US-based Invacare, a manufacturer and distributor of medical equipment used in the home, has appointed Anthony LaPlaca as its new senior vice president and general counsel, replacing Dale LaPorte, who has retired.
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Mr LaPlaca will be responsible for all legal affairs, risk management and intellectual property matters at the company and also will serve as the corporate secretary.
Mr LaPlaca comes to Invacare from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, a member of the Knorr-Bremse group, where he served as vice president and general counsel for the past six and a half years.
Malachi Mixon, III, chairman and CEO of Invacare, said: “It is with mixed emotion that we acknowledge Dale LaPorte’s retirement after so many years of selfless, dedicated assistance to our company, both as outside counsel and for the last three years as our senior vice president and general counsel. Dale assisted me with the buyout of Invacare back in 1979 when it was a small private company and he has worked tirelessly for Invacare ever since. While we will miss his wise counsel and loyal dedication, we know that he deserves to enjoy his retirement.”