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March 10, 2024April 10, 2024Cities, Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News, Personal Injury

The Connection Between PFAS, Race, and Kidney Cancer

PFAS, including PFOA and PFOS, continue infiltrating our environment, with over 98% of the US population displaying detectable levels in their blood. […]

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March 8, 2024April 10, 2024Cities, Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News

EPA Exempts Existing Gas Power Plants from Stricter Climate Regulations

Introduction to a Controversial Decision The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made a pivotal decision. It will exempt existing gas-fired power […]

March 4, 2024April 10, 2024Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News

PFAS in Biosolids: The Peril in Agriculture

The Problem with Biosolids In industries and homes, PFAS find their way into products. These chemicals end up in sewage. Treatment plants […]

March 3, 2024March 13, 2024Cities, Environmental Torts, In the News

EPA Lowers National Air Quality Standards

Overview The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on February 7, 2024, released its Final Rule lowering the air quality standard for fine particulate […]

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March 2, 2024April 10, 2024Cities, Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News

Firefighters on the Frontline:

Unraveling the PFAS Exposure Puzzle Firefighters are modern-day heroes, bravely battling flames to protect lives and property. However, their valor comes at […]

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March 1, 2024July 14, 2026Defective Drugs, Defective Medical Devices, In the News, Uncategorized

Recent FDA Recalls and Important Notifications

The Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the regulation and safety of prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and medical devices. This agency also […]

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February 28, 2024February 27, 2024Cities, Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News, Personal Injury

The Connection Between PFAS and Kidney Cancer

PFAS, including PFOA and PFOS, continue infiltrating our environment, with over 98% of the US population displaying detectable levels in their blood. […]

February 26, 2024February 26, 2024Environmental Torts, In the News, Personal Injury

Elevated PFAS in Firefighter Gear

The NIST released a new report in January 16, 2024 concerning PFAS in firefighting turnout gear. The report responds to the National […]

Close-up of a bicycling helmet fallen on the asphalt next to a bicycle after car accident on the road. Conceptual of accident car crash with bicycle on road.

February 20, 2024February 27, 2024Auto Accidents, Cities, In the News, Personal Injury, Spinal Cord Injuries, Traumatic Brain Injuries

Hurt riding bicycle in Louisiana, what should I do?

Riding a bicycle is a great way to exercise and enjoy the Louisiana outdoors. However, a bike ride can turn deadly when […]

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February 17, 2024February 27, 2024Cities, Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News

Withdrawing Opt-Out Elections

in the 3M Water Settlement The $12.5 billion 3M Public Water System class settlement presents an opportunity for the recovery of costs […]

February 16, 2024February 16, 2024Cities, Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News

Dupont Water Settlement Deadlines & Payments

DuPont agreed to pay $1.085 billion to settle all damages caused to public drinking water systems by PFAS contamination. In sum, the […]

February 15, 2024December 13, 2024In the News

FDA Issues New Guidelines on Benzene Exposure

The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) recently issued guidelines to minimize benzene exposure in the consumer market. Specifically, the guidelines are directed […]

Portland, OR, USA - Apr 21, 2021: Closeup of the homepage of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website seen on an iPhone.

February 14, 2024February 27, 2024Cities, Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News

EPA Announces New Steps to Protect Communities from PFAS

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced new measures to safeguard communities and the environment from the health risks associated with […]

February 10, 2024February 27, 2024Clean Water, Environmental Torts, In the News

PFAS in Landfill Leachate: A Growing Concern

Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as significant environmental pollutants. They come from various products like non-stick cookware, water-repellent fabrics, […]

February 9, 2024February 27, 2024Environmental Torts, In the News

Oil & Gas Industry had Knowledge of the Risks of Climate Impacts from CO2 Emissions in 1954

Early Funding of Climate Research In 1954, the fossil fuel industry began funding climate science. This was way before many people knew […]

February 8, 2024February 27, 2024In the News

Fetal PFAS Exposure Impacts Metabolism & Liver Function

The Lancet recently published a study titled “In utero exposures to perfluoroalkyl substances and the human fetal liver metabolome in Scotland: a […]

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February 7, 2024July 14, 2026Defective Drugs, Defective Medical Devices, In the News

Recent FDA Recalls and Important Notifications

The Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the regulation and safety of prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and medical devices. It also oversees […]

February 6, 2024February 27, 2024In the News

Banned Book-shelf in Texas High School

Book Banning The Texas State Board of Education passed legislation in late 2023 prohibiting sexually explicit, pervasively vulgar or educationally unsuitable books […]