EPA Probes Environmental Justice in Louisiana Projects
The EPA is investigating two complaints against the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality and Department of Health that accuse the agencies of […]
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AFFF Government Contractor Defense
Aqueous Film Forming Foams (“AFFF”) are used to extinguish petroleum-based fuel and other flammable liquid fires. The AFFF litigation involves injuries sustained […]
Read moreBicycle Accidents In Louisiana
Bicycle accidents increase as bicycle riding increases. Gas is $4.42/ gallon and prices keep climbing. They show no signs of stopping. Instead […]
Read moreFirefighter Exposure Pathways to AFFF
Firefighter exposure to cancer causing chemicals is a serious issue. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large family of man-made chemical […]
Read more“PFS”- What is a Plaintiff Fact Sheet?
A Plaintiff Fact Sheet (“PFS”) is a court mandated questionnaire plaintiffs must fill out in the discovery phase of litigation. During discovery, […]
Read morePFAS in Fast Food Packaging
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widely used chemicals that persist in the environment for very long periods of time earning them […]
Read moreSoft Tissue Injuries From Car Crashes
Soft tissue injuries from a car crash can have dramatic effects. Often, we think of a car crash as a violent explosion […]
Read moreHouston Plant Fire Case Gets Class Cert
A victory in the Wheeler v. Arkema Plant Fire Case in Crosby, TX occurred yesterday. Judge Ellison of the Federal District Court […]
Read moreAm I being exposed to PFOS/PFAS?
Unlike just 5 years ago, most people have now heard about the “Forever Chemicals” known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These chemicals […]
Read moreAtrium Hernia Mesh Lawsuit Update
A global settlement has been reached to resolve Atrium hernia mesh lawsuits. What is the atrium hernia mesh lawsuit about? Approximately 3,000 […]
Read moreWays to Protect Your Children on the Road
Children under 12 need to be safely secured in a car seat to prevent injuries, or even death, in the event of […]
Read moreCancer Caused by PFAS – PFOA and PFOS
Scientists continue to study the health effects of exposure to C8 chemicals. These chemicals include PFAS, PFOA, and PFOS. To date, scientific […]
Read moreBard Hernia Mesh Case Update
The second trial in the Bard hernia mesh MDL (MDL 2846; In Re: Davol, Inc./C.R. Bard, Inc., Polypropylene Hernia Mesh Products Liability […]
Read moreThe Problem with Oilfield Pits
Oilfield pits are ground excavations (earthen storage) designed for storing liquids and sludges utilized in or produced during oil and gas exploration […]
Read more10 Ways to Keep Safe on the Road
Spring and summer vacations mean more road traffic. The more cars on the road, the more dangerous it can be. Your safety […]
Read moreShould Superfund Sites Still Shock Us?
Recently an article discussing 100 people being diagnosed with cancer from the same New Jersey high school came across my desk. It […]
Read moreCan I Sue a Pipeline Company for Damages?
People impacted by pipeline incidents often wonder “Can I sue a pipeline company?” The short answer is yes. Pipeline owners and operators […]
Read moreOilfield Legacy Litigation
Historically, oil and gas companies operating in Louisiana from the early 1900s through the 1980s had very poor waste management practices. These […]
Read moreWhat is an MDL or Multidistrict Litigation?
Multidistrict Litigation, or MDL, is the consolidation of cases that involve common questions of fact. The cases are centralized in one court, […]
Read moreCan Fire Fighting Foam Cause Cancer?
Exposure to fire fighting foam can cause cancer. Many fire fighters were exposed to C8 chemicals in fire fighting foam. These chemicals […]
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