PFAS in North Carolina Drinking Water: The Robeson County Contamination Crisis
What Residents Need to Know Clean drinking water is not optional. Yet for tens of thousands of families in Robeson County, North Carolina, turning on the tap now comes with serious health concerns due to PFAS contamination in the public drinking water supply. Recent testing shows that the county has supplied water with unsafe levels […]
What’s New in Environmental Law?
Environmental law is rapidly evolving as new contaminants are discovered, regulations shift, and courts grapple with the scope of corporate responsibility. For communities and plaintiffs, staying informed about these emerging issues is critical for protecting public health and seeking justice when pollution causes harm. Expanding Focus on “Forever Chemicals” Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often […]
Recent Product Recalls Due To Safety Concerns
Recent product recalls highlight the importance of consumer safety. The Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the regulation and safety of drugs, over-the- medical devices, and cosmetic products. Additionally, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) plays a crucial role in protecting the public by ensuring that dangerous products are taken off the market. Below […]
FDA Launches New Program to Approve Nicotine Pouches
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the approval and regulation of prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, medical devices, many food items, cosmetics and tobacco products. This includes smokeless tobacco products and nicotine pouches. It is illegal to manufacture, sell or distribute nicotine pouches without first obtaining the FDA’s approval. Recently, the FDA announced a new […]
3M (MMM) Stock Near 52‑Week High: Turnaround, Legal Overhangs and Dividend Reset – What Matters on November 29, 2025
Key takeaways for 3M Company stock today 1. 3M stock price snapshot as of November 29, 2025 U.S. markets were closed on Saturday, November 29, 2025, so the latest full trading data for 3M Company stock comes from Friday, November 28. Put simply, MMM is back to being priced like a high‑quality industrial blue chip, not a distressed litigation story. […]
Benzene Found in Popular Acne Medications
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a voluntary recall of several widely used acne medications. The recall was initiated after a third party lab detected elevated levels of benzene in numerous acne products. Subsequently, the FDA performed its own testing and confirmed the findings. However, the FDA’s testing results indicate fewer products with benzene contamination than […]
FDA Launches New Chemical Contaminants Database
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has launched a groundbreaking online tool regarding chemicals. The Chemical Contaminants Transparency Tool is a searchable database providing public access to safety thresholds for harmful substances found in everyday foods. Examples include lead, arsenic, and mercury. Importantly, […]
Approval of Psychedelic Therapy for Mental Health Disorders
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays a pivotal role in ensuring that new pharmaceuticals are both safe and effective for public use. This responsibility is especially crucial as innovative treatments emerge to address complex health issues. One example is the approval of psychedelic therapy to treat certain mental health conditions, including Post Traumatic […]
Public Water Settlement Update
March 2025 Update: 3M, DuPont, Tyco, and BASF This update [March 2025] provides the latest developments in the 3M, DuPont, Tyco, and BASF PFAS drinking water settlements. Public water systems should take immediate action to test all water sources and submit required claims before upcoming deadlines. Significant settlements have been reached. Settlement payouts for the […]
The Hidden Journey of PFAS to Infants
In the quiet Swedish town of Ronneby, researchers uncovered a troubling story of chemical migration. They examined how PFAS migrate from a mother’s bloodstream through the placenta to her developing baby. A Community’s Unwitting Exposure Ronneby residents drank contaminated water for years. No one knew. The pollution came from firefighting foam used at a nearby […]