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Stag Liuzza, LLC is a plaintiff-oriented environmental and complex litigation law firm. Stag Liuzza’s practice has grown to include maritime, personal injury, toxic torts, mineral royalties, and defective pharmaceutical/medical device litigation.
Recent Recalls of Products and Food
When the FDA or a company realizes that a product may be unsafe to consumers, it may issue a voluntary recall. Recalls, withdrawals and safety alerts may be found on the FDA’s website. Below are some recently recalled products: Recent
Do you have a right to a healthy environment?
Most people may assume that the right to clean air and water is a given in the United States. We are a first world nation and global leader. However, the amount of environmental contamination and environmental disasters in this country
Uber and Lyft Liability Insurance in Louisiana
The amount of insurance coverage available for an Uber or Lyft driver causing injury depends on the driver’s status at the time when the injury occurs. In Louisiana, the minimum personal liability coverage for ridesharing drivers is $15,000 per person,
Steps to Filing a Lawsuit in Louisiana
Louisiana law provides unique rules to filing a lawsuit. In Louisiana, lawsuits for damages are called Petitions for Damages. Plaintiffs are called Petitioners. The Louisiana Rules of Civil Procedure prohibit Petitioners from stating specific dollar amounts for money damages in
3rd Recall of Philips Respiratory Machines
The FDA has issued yet another safety communication concerning certain respiratory machines manufactured by Philips Respironics. Previous Philips Respironics recalls Last year, the FDA recalled certain ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines made by Philips Respironics. Those machines contained polyester foam
Are Contingency Fees Good for Clients?
You may hear complaints about contingency fees or the lawyers that charge them. However, most people can’t afford to pay for legal representation. If someone has been hurt due to somebody else’s fault, the inability to pay a lawyer shouldn’t
Rare Victory for Environmental Justice in LA
On September 14, 2022, environmental advocates won the reversal of Air Permits issued for the construction of a new chemical manufacturing complex. The Formosa Plastics Group proposed construction of a new chemical manufacturing complex on a 2,400-acre site in St.
What is the client’s role in a lawsuit?
In any case, the client and the attorney are partners. Each one has obligations to the other. They are both necessary to help move a case toward resolution. The obligations of the attorney are somewhat obvious: perform the legal work
Is a Settlement Better than a Trial?
Clients often ask, “Is it better to settle my injury case or go to trial?” Although this question can’t be answered with certainty, lawyers can advise clients what to do when presented with a choice between taking a settlement offer
Water Treatment for PFAS Contamination
PFAS chemicals, both PFOA and PFOS, present a significant threat to drinking water supplies in the U.S. PFAS travels through soil and leaches into groundwater because it has a high-water solubility. Once it is in the environment, it persists. PFOA
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$1.056 billion verdict against Exxon Mobil
$1.056 billion verdict against Exxon Mobil
Stag Liuzza fights industry giants across the country and holds them accountable for their actions. We strive to ensure that communities have access to safe drinking water, clean air, and a healthy environment.
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