Types of Damage Claims Filed in the AFFF Firefighting Foam MDL
Municipalities are filing distinct types of legal actions in the Aqueous Film-Forming Foams (AFFF) Products Liability Litigation MDL No. 2873. These legal actions all involve varied damage claims relating to PFAS chemicals. Generally, Plaintiffs claim that firefighting foams containing PFAS chemicals contaminated groundwater near various military bases, airports, and other industrial sites. This contamination damaged […]
Important Update: AFFF Municipal Water Claims
Greetings from Charleston! This is my report from the DuPont $1.3 billion public water service settlement hearing in the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina. Judge Gergel will take the matter under advisement, and render a written decision. I feel there’s a good chance the settlement will ultimately be approved. A […]
Important Safety Notifications from the FDA
The Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the regulation and safety of prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and medical devices. It also oversees the regulation and safety of many food items and cosmetic products. Below are recent notifications by the FDA concerning the safety of drugs and medical devices: Eye Drops The FDA issued a warning […]
Recent Food Recalls and Safety Notifications
Below is a list of recent food recalls and safety notifications. Oysters Future Seafoods. Inc recently issued a voluntary recall of certain oysters. The recall was initiated after the Canadian Food Inspection Agency tested a batch of oysters and found them to be contaminated with Salmonella and E. Coli. The recalled oysters were harvested around […]
Recent Product Recalls Due to Safety Concerns
Below is a list of consumer product and food recalls initiated after reports of serious injury. Honda Vehicles Honda has recalled over 300,000 vehicles. Accords and HR-Vs are subject to the recall. The recall was initiated after Honda discovered missing seat belt rivets in its manufacturing process. As a result, there are defects in seat […]
Pancreatic Cancer and PFAS Exposure
A Comprehensive Exploration As the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, pancreatic cancer presents a formidable challenge with a grim prognosis. Moreover, despite strides in understanding the genetic underpinnings of pancreatic cancer, the median survival time remains below 6 months post-diagnosis, with a 5-year survival rate of less than 10%. This […]
Tesla Autopilot Death Lawsuit
The Ruling Circuit Judge Reid Scott rejected Tesla’s motion to summarily dismiss a lawsuit accusing the company of causing Jeremy Banner’s death in 2019. In a 23-page ruling, Scott found that Kim Banner’s attorneys presented sufficient evidence to let the case proceed to trial sometime next year. Scott also found that Banner can seek punitive […]
Making Your Home More Energy Efficient
As winter approaches, many of us find ourselves dreading high heating bills and cold drafts. But with a few simple changes and a commitment to energy efficiency, you can transform your home into a warm and cozy sanctuary that won’t break the bank. Below we explore some practical steps to make your home more energy […]
Major Oil and Gas Disasters in the US
The history of oil and gas exploration and production in the United States is marred by several significant pollution events that have had far-reaching environmental and social consequences. The behaviors of some oil and gas companies have made it so that some of these disasters were inevitable. Santa Barbara Oil Spill (1969) The Santa Barbara […]
Forever Chemicals with Mike Stag: Podcast
The King Law Podcast tackled Forever Chemicals with Mike Stag recently. Mike shared information on the PFAS MDL litigation and detailed the state of PFAS contamination in the US. He highlighted the upcoming deadlines for public water systems who wish to participate in over $12 billion in settlements. These funds will be used to work […]