Michigan Settles PFAS Contamination Claims
On January 12, 2023, Michigan reached a settlement with Asahi Kasei Plastics North America [AKPNA] over PFAS contamination. The contamination emanates from […]
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The Negative Impacts of Orphan Wells
Orphan wells, also known as abandoned or inactive wells, can pose significant dangers to the environment and human health. These wells are […]
Read moreRecent Product Recalls Due to Safety Concerns [March 2023]
Recalls can be scary. But, knowing what products are recalled is a way to make sure you keep you and your family […]
Read moreRegulation of PFAS in Juvenile Products
Polyfluoroalkyl and perfluoroalkyl substances, referred to as PFAS and “forever chemicals,” are highly toxic. The chemicals are known to increase the risk […]
Read moreLouisiana Dram Shop Lawsuits
Can you sue a bar for overserving customers? The answer is different from state to state. The relevant laws are called “dram […]
Read moreFDA to Update Regulations for Cosmetics
The FDA oversees the regulation and safety of drugs, medical devices, many food items, and cosmetic products. While some products, such as […]
Read moreOil and Gas Worker Injury Lawsuits
Oil and gas injury lawsuits remain a crucial tool in protecting workers’ rights and ensuring that companies operating in the industry are […]
Read moreCivil Jury Verdicts Explained
Juries remain an important part of our justice system. The Seventh Amendment to United States Constitution provides the right to jury trials […]
Read moreThe Danger of PFAS in Car Washes
PFAS are used in car wash operations for their water-repellent properties. Car washes utilize PFAS-containing products because they repel water, oil and […]
Read moreAcrolein in the Air in East Palestine, Ohio
On February 6, 2023, a train carrying acrolein and other chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, due to overheated bearings. The derailment […]
Read moreHow Lawyers Get Large Jury Verdicts
Clients often ask their lawyers, “How much money can I receive for my injury?” This depends on several factors. Lawyers consider the […]
Read moreHigh Levels of Heavy Metals in Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate is known as a great alternative to milk chocolate because of its health benefits. It contains less sugar and fat […]
Read moreOil Rig Worker Helicopter Crashes
Oil companies and contractors often rely on helicopters to transport them to and from offshore oil and gas rigs. Sadly, these helicopters […]
Read moreGlobal Settlements in Multidistrict Litigation
Cases involving common issues may be consolidated into a Multidistrict Litigation, or MDL. Cases in a MDL are consolidated for pretrial proceedings, […]
Read moreHow Lawyers Apply Trucking Regulations
Many regulations exist to help prevent trucking accidents and injuries. Trucks come in all shapes and sizes. However, the most common truck […]
Read moreOil Well Blowouts Injuring Workers
The Deepwater Horizon Disaster is the most infamous and dramatic blowout in recent memory. Many workers were killed and injured when this […]
Read moreUnsafe Historic Oilfield Pollution
Louisiana is no stranger to oil and gas activities and the oilfield pollution that comes with it. However, oilfield pollution from decades […]
Read moreWidespread PFAS Drinking Water Contamination
PFAS includes a family of synthetic chemicals, PFOA and PFOS, used in a variety of consumer products and industrial processes. Many call […]
Read moreDamages I Can Recover if Someone Injured Me
Plaintiffs typically seek damages in cases of negligence. After suit has been filed, courts may award legal damages in the form of […]
Read moreEmerging Litigation: Acetaminophen and Autism
Several lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturers of acetaminophen over claims it causes autism. What is acetaminophen? Acetaminophen is an aspirin […]
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