Category: Tort Updates

PFAS Litigation Update October 2024
October 21, 2024 by Susan Mohr Overview Of PFAS Litigation Trends As of October 2024, PFAS litigation continues evolving, reflecting growing concerns over the environmental and health impacts of these persistent chemicals. A noticeable trend is the increasing number of lawsuits filed by states and municipalities seeking damages for contamination cleanup and mitigation efforts. These entities, burdened by the high costs of… Continue reading PFAS Litigation Update October 2024
Hair Straightener Litigation October 2024 Update
October 16, 2024 by Susan Mohr Overview Of Hair Straightener Litigation Hair straightener litigation has been an evolving legal issue that encompasses a spectrum of claims related to the alleged harmful effects of certain hair straightening products. Since the initial cases emerged, plaintiffs have argued that specific chemical formulations—particularly those containing formaldehyde or other similar compounds—pose significant health risks to consumers,… Continue reading Hair Straightener Litigation October 2024 Update
Roundup Lawsuit Status-Court Decisions Impacting The Case
October 14, 2024 by Susan Mohr Overview Of The Roundup Lawsuit As of October 2024, the legal landscape surrounding the Roundup lawsuit continues to unfold. The lawsuit is rooted in allegations that the widely used herbicide, produced by Bayer and originally developed by Monsanto, is linked to cancer, specifically non-Hodgkin lymphoma. These lawsuits began to gain momentum following a significant 2015… Continue reading Roundup Lawsuit Status-Court Decisions Impacting The Case
Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Update 2024
September 9, 2024 by Susan Mohr Overview Of The Social Media Addiction Lawsuit The social media addiction lawsuit has become a focal point in legal discourse, capturing widespread attention as it addresses the complex relationship between technology companies and their users. The lawsuit, initiated by a coalition of concerned parents, mental health advocates, and former tech industry insiders, alleges that major… Continue reading Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Update 2024