A U.S. bankruptcy judge has rejected Johnson & Johnson’s $8 Billion talc settlement, blocking the company’s latest attempt to resolve lawsuits involving asbestos-contaminated talcum powder…
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How to Choose a Medical Malpractice Attorney: 8 Steps
A medical malpractice attorney helps an individual file a lawsuit after they’ve been harmed in a health care setting. When someone claims a doctor is…
Who Qualifies for the AFFF Lawsuit?
Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) is used to extinguish high-intensity fuel fires — but the key ingredient that makes this foam so effective may also put first…
Can You Sue for Lung Cancer?
Patients and their loved ones may be able to sue for lung cancer if they were exposed to asbestos. This dangerous mineral can cause lung…
California Lawmakers Call for Social Media Warning Labels on All Platforms
California lawmakers are taking action to address the rise in mental health issues linked to social media use. A new bill introduced by Attorney General…
Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month 2025
January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Firefighters are twice as likely to develop certain types of cancer than the general population, according to the International…
9 PFAS Chemicals Added to EPA Toxics Release Inventory List
In January 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency added 9 PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) chemicals to their Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) list. Certain facilities…
Is Mesothelioma Always Fatal?
Although this cancer is considered incurable, mesothelioma is not always fatal, thanks to advances in medical research and treatment options. A number of patients have…
Glyphosate-Based Weed-Killer Roundup® Linked to Cancer
In farms around the world, powerful chemical compounds are sprayed on crops in order to keep invasive plants and pests away. Some of these agrochemicals…
