$12.5 Billion 3M PFAS Settlement: Addressing ‘Forever Chemicals’
Introduction In a landmark development, the global manufacturing giant 3M has reached a groundbreaking settlement with U.S. cities and towns. Under the […]
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Eligibility for the 3M PFAS Settlement: Who Qualifies?
Introduction In recent years, concerns about PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination have surged, given their severe health implications. 3M Corporation, a […]
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Understanding Radiation’s Impact
The British Medical Journal recently published a new study titled “Cancer Mortality and Low Dose Radiation.” The goal of the study was […]
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FDA Issues Information on Hernia Mesh Medical Devices
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the regulation and safety of drugs and medical devices. In doing so, it publishes important […]
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Drugs Recently Approved by the Food & Drug Administration
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the approval, regulation and safety of drugs and medical devices. Below are two drugs that […]
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Louisiana Car Crashes & Highway Safety: Striving for Safer Roads.
Highways in Louisiana, with their scenic beauty and cultural richness, attract millions of visitors every year. However, alongside the allure, the state […]
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Life care plans in serious personal injury lawsuits.
In serious personal injury cases, a patient’s life expectancy is directly related to the quality of care they receive. While life care […]
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Expanding PFAS Testing for Public Water Systems
Study Overview: A Deep Dive into PFAS Testing Katherine E. Pelch, Taryn McKnight, and Anna Reade recently published a study in Science […]
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Evaluating PFAS Blood Levels with Contaminated Water
In 2023, a team of researchers led by Brian A. Rodríguez-Aguilar conducted an important study on PFAS blood serum levels.[ https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/pfas/health-effects/blood-testing.html ] […]
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USGS Studies PFAS in Tap Water
In 2023, USGS researchers led by hydrologist Kelly L. Smalling conducted a study on PFAS in US tap water. https://www.usgs.gov/news/national-news-release/tap-water-study-detects-pfas-forever-chemicals-across-us They published […]
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PFAS Exposure from Swimming Pools
Brian Martinez and his team from the University of Florida conducted a study examining PFAS in swimming pools. Swimming pools are an […]
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Negative Impacts of Oil & Gas Operations
The global demand for energy continues to rise, with oil and gas remaining major sources of power generation and fuel for transportation. […]
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FDA Approves Drug to Prevent RSV In Young Children
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) recently approved a drug called Beyfortus. Beyfortus was approved to prevent RSV in babies and children […]
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Johnson & Johnson Recalls Electrosurgical Tools
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the regulation and safety of prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and medical devices. When the FDA […]
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The Evolution of Environmental Laws in the United States
The modern environmental legal scheme in the United States has undergone significant evolution to safeguard the environment, natural resources, and public health. […]
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Chemical Plant Explosion Lawsuits
Assessing Personal Injury, Property Damages, and Environmental Harm Plant explosion lawsuits often involve personal injury, property damage, and environmental harm caused by […]
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Hire a Truck Accident Personal Injury Lawyer Early
Highway truck accidents can have devastating consequences. For example, they can result in severe injuries, loss of life, and extensive property damage. […]
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Changes to HIPAA Will Make Obtaining Medical Records Easier
What is HIPAA? HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act. HIPAA outlines rights and responsibilities for accessing, managing, and […]
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Environmental Protection Agency Further Regulates PFAS
The prevalence of polyfluoroalkyl and perfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”) is gaining public and governmental awareness. PFAS are known as “forever chemicals” because they do […]
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US Supreme Court fails to secure water for Navajo Nation
On June 22, 2023, the United States Supreme Court in a 5-4 decision held that the 1868 treaty does not require the […]
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