by Williams Cedar, LLC | Sep 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
Three major chemical manufacturers have been accused of attempting to cover up the risks of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that were used in the manufacturing of carpets up until 2020. In a recent class action lawsuit, 3M, Corteva, and Chemours were accused of concealing the health effects of these “forever chemicals,” leading people to become exposed to them. The lawsuit is seeking to cover the costs of replacing affected carpets, as well as punitive damages against the manufacturers.
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by Williams Cedar, LLC | Jul 19, 2024 | Civil Rights Law, Personal Injury Law
When people are incarcerated due to an alleged criminal act, whether they have been convicted or not, the jail or prison has a responsibility to keep them safe and healthy. However, jails and prisons are often negligent towards their prisoners, which can result in them being injured or killed. Here are five ways that negligence can lead to preventable prison deaths:
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by Williams Cedar, LLC | Jul 19, 2024 | Environmental Law
In a recent decision, the United States Supreme Court has blocked the enforcement of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) “good neighbor” rule. The rule was meant to help prevent “downwind” pollution where one state’s emissions caused pollution in another state. As a result of this ruling, however, the EPA’s authority will be much more limited, and polluting states will be more free to continue their current activities without limiting emissions.
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by Williams Cedar, LLC | Jul 19, 2024 | Civil Rights Law
In a hearing before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun admitted that the company had retaliated against whistleblowers in the past. More than a dozen employees have spoken out about problems at the company, including its poor quality controls and continuing safety problems. These issues may have contributed to safety problems that have resulted in a number of high-profile mechanical failures, including numerous deaths.
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by Williams Cedar, LLC | Jun 14, 2024 | Environmental Law
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently announced a new proposed rule that would limit the use of n-methylpyrrolidone (NMP), a chemical used for a number of industrial and commercial purposes. This chemical has been associated with a number of negative health effects, some of which are potentially fatal. The new rule is intended to protect both industrial workers who may be exposed to the chemical in the workplace, as well as consumers who might be exposed to it due to accidental contamination.
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