The Rise of “Forever Chemicals” and What New Research Says About Their Long-Term Health Risks
For decades, a group of industrial chemicals known as PFAS quietly spread through the environment. Today, scientists are beginning to understand the full scope of their impact. Often referred to as “forever chemicals,” PFAS do not easily break down in nature or the human body. Instead, they accumulate over time in drinking water, soil, wildlife, […]
Will the Public See the Justin Timberlake Arrest Video?
Probably yes. However, some parts of the video may be hidden from the public. Almost two years ago, police arrested mega star Justin Timberlake for driving while intoxicated, often called DWI. Police body cameras recorded the arrest. Later, several groups asked for the video using New York’s Freedom of Information Law. Now Timberlake is asking […]
Settlement Alert: Rear-End Crash with an Illegally Parked Truck
A Commercial Truck Stopped in the Highway In South Louisiana, on a clear winter morning, a commercial driver parked his flatbed truck on an elevated interstate highway. The truck, loaded with lumber, blocked part of the left lane. The speed limit was 70 miles per hour. The driver got out to check the load, while […]
March 2026 Update: 3M and DuPont Drinking Water Settlements
As of March 2026, the AFFF Product Liability Litigation remains one of the most complex mass tort proceedings in the country. The litigation involves more than twenty defendants and multiple categories of damage claims, including drinking water contamination, groundwater remediation, wastewater impacts, property damage, and other response costs associated with PFAS. Each master settlement agreement […]
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 […]