Benzene

Husch Blackwell Boosts Toxic Tort Team with Key Asbestos and Benzene Litigator Hire

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In Kansas City, Missouri, Husch Blackwell LLP has broadened its legal expertise with the recent hiring of a specialist in asbestos and benzene litigation. The firm focuses on the technology, manufacturing, and transportation sectors and is looking to enhance its toxic tort practice with this new addition. The attorney, who previously worked with Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP, brings a wealth of knowledge to Husch Blackwell. This hiring reflects the firm’s commitment to strengthening its capabilities in handling complex litigation associated with hazardous materials. As the demand for legal services in these areas continues … Read more

New Orleans Attorney Jordan Champions Justice in Historic Asbestos and Benzene Cases

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New Orleans, La. — An experienced attorney in New Orleans is making her mark in the complex field of mass tort litigation, focusing on the historical impacts of asbestos and benzene exposure. As a member of Husch Blackwell, Jordan is dedicated to expanding the firm’s toxic tort practice in Louisiana, a state historically burdened by these issues. With a deep-rooted passion for the city, Jordan’s commitment to her career has intertwined with New Orleans’ unique challenges. Her legal practice is shaped by the city’s industrial landscape, characterized by numerous refineries and its strategic position along … Read more

Jury Orders Exxon Mobil to Pay $725.5 Million for Cancer Claims Linked to Benzene Exposure

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Philadelphia — A Philadelphia jury has ordered Exxon Mobil Corp. to pay $725.5 million in damages to a former mechanic who argued that his exposure to benzene in the company’s petroleum products led to his cancer diagnosis. The decision came after Paul Gill, who worked at a Mobil service station from 1975 to 1980, accused Exxon of not adequately warning him about the carcinogenic risks associated with benzene found in gasoline and other solvents. The verdict marks a significant victory for workers seeking accountability from large corporations over health and safety disclosures. According to Patrick … Read more

Sunscreen Lawsuits Soar as Johnson & Johnson Faces Multiple Recalls for Benzene Contamination

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Sunscreen recall lawsuits have surged against Johnson & Johnson after the discovery of benzene in their products. The company has recalled five major brands of Neutrogena and Aveeno spray-on sunscreens as a result. It is anticipated that thousands more lawsuits will be filed against Johnson & Johnson, potentially involving other manufacturers as well. These lawsuits are expected to be consolidated into a new “class-action” MDL. The presence of benzene, a known human carcinogen, in sunscreen is a cause for concern. Benzene, a byproduct of crude oil, is highly carcinogenic and has been linked to the … Read more