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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Water Treatment for PFAS Contamination
The synthetic PFAS chemicals, PFOA and PFOS, pose a significant threat to drinking water supplies in the U.S. Their characteristics make them […]
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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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The Environmental Impact of Firefighting Foam
A Deep Dive into PFOS and PFOA Firefighting Foam (AFFF) has long been a critical tool in addressing flammable liquid-based fires, but […]
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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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Louisiana rear end law in personal injury lawsuits
Eastman v. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, highlight the complexities of determining fault in car crashes. The best personal injury lawyers […]
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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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Common Injuries in Car Accidents
Every year, millions of people experience car accidents. https://www-fars.nhtsa.dot.gov/Main/index.aspx These incidents range from minor fender benders to catastrophic collisions. Regardless of the […]
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I Was Injured on an Oil Rig in Louisiana.
What Should I Do? Working on an oil rig can be dangerous, and accidents leading to physical injuries can have grave consequences […]
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Falls in Louisiana and personal injury lawsuits.
Falls are a big problem in Louisiana and around the country. For example, they account for over 8 million hospital emergency room […]
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The Need for an Attorney Following a Commercial Vehicle Wreck
When a commercial vehicle is involved in a wreck, the aftermath can be daunting. The legalities are complex, and the consequences severe. […]
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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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PFAS Replacements in US Homes and People
A newly published study examines the spread and impact of shorter chain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The authors titled the study […]
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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 […]
Read morePFAS National Litigation: A Comprehensive Overview of Municipal Damage Claims
Municipalities are grappling with the pervasive impact of PFAS contamination, the forever chemical. Thousands of governmental entities are filing class action settlement […]
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