New Test for Law School Admittance
New Kid on the Block A new standardized exam, JD-Next, whose proponents say, unlike the long-dominant Law School Admission Test, predicts academic […]
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Supreme Court to Review OxyContin Settlement
The History Purdue Pharma’s aggressive marketing of OxyContin is often cited as a catalyst of a nationwide opioid epidemic. Oxycontin is a […]
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Summary of 2023 Purdue Study of PFAS and Testicular Cancer among U.S. Air Force Servicemen
Scientists worldwide are actively exploring the potential health risks associated with PFAS. While researchers have traditionally focused on the health impacts of […]
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Health Risks of PFAS Exposure
Scientific investigators around the world continue to explore the human health risks of PFAS. The chemical group PFAS includes reference to PFOS […]
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OxyContin Settlement Plan Analysis
The History Purdue Pharma’s aggressive marketing of OxyContin is often cited as a catalyst of a nationwide opioid epidemic. Oxycontin is a […]
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California Bans Toxic Chemicals in Food
Last month, California became the first state to enact a law banning certain chemicals commonly found in processed food. The law does […]
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Evolution and Advancements in Firefighting Foams
In 1902, Russian engineer and chemist Aleksandr Loran spearheaded the development of the first firefighting foam. Loran’s innovative solution addressed the inefficiencies […]
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Active PFAS Laws on Wastewater and Sludge
The persistence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the environment and potential health risks have thrust these chemicals into the regulatory […]
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Taxotere Multidistrict Litigation Update
Since 2016, lawsuits involving Taxotere, a drug used to treat metastatic breast cancer, have been consolidated in a Multidistrict litigation (“MDL”) in […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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FTC to Sue Amazon Over Antitrust Violations
Antitrust Allegations The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon violated antitrust laws in a few major ways. Namely, their pricing policies, Prime, and […]
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