Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) has been considered the most effective fire fighting material for decades. However, it contains dangerous chemicals and many firefighters started complaining of AFFF fire foam contamination and the potentially fatal conditions
Talcum powder is made from talc, a naturally occurring mineral found in clay, and may lead to severe complications through use. Inhaling talc dust can lead to talcum powder poisoning, especially in infants and children,
In a landmark decision on June 3, 2024, a jury in Portland’s 4th Judicial District Circuit Court found Johnson & Johnson liable for $260 million in damages to Kyung Lee, an Oregon woman who developed
Herbicide paraquat is a chemical used as an herbicide since the 1950s. If you were exposed to this chemical and developed Parkinson’s disease, then you may qualify for a Paraquat lawsuit. Various studies indicate that
When they are prompted to talk to a mass tort lawyer about their case, many people wonder: why shouldn’t I file a personal injury lawsuit instead? This is a valid question, and it deserves a
In a concerning series of events that have caught the attention of both the public and regulatory bodies, the Paragard IUD, a popular birth control device, has come under scrutiny for its alarming rate of
The popular weed killer Roundup is at the heart of one of the most active mass tort lawsuits in the U.S. With thousands of cases pending and surprising decisions made by the defendant – the
For decades, women of color were heavily targeted with advertising promoting a European look with straight hair. They were encouraged to use hair relaxers and hair straighteners. As a result of continuous use of these
A gentle rocking movement can be soothing for infants and toddlers, but it can also be deadly if the rocker has a design flaw. This is the case of two types of rockers produced by
When you are told that you could join a multi-district litigation because you have a mass tort case, your hopes may go up because you read about a million dollars in settlements. However, your lawyer
Talcum powder appears to be an inoffensive and useful product. However, there are tens of thousands of talcum powder lawsuits across the US, claiming that this versatile hygiene product causes cancer. In this article, an
If you were diagnosed with cancer or another disease after using a hair straightener, you may be entitled to compensation. Victims sometimes want to know more about the legal claims made against the manufacturers of
