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Maryland Revokes Over 1,400 Lead Inspection Certificates Following Elevated Lead Levels in Children

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More than 1,400 lead inspection certificates have been invalidated in Maryland following the detection of elevated lead levels in three children. This significant action necessitates the reinspection of rental properties occupied by tenants, as the Maryland Department of the Environment cited failures by inspectors to adhere to established work practice standards. Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has filed a complaint in Baltimore City Circuit Court against Green Environmental, LLC, and its owner, Rodney Bryan Barkley. The lawsuit alleges numerous violations regarding lead paint inspection practices, including the improper use of a lead detection device that … Read more

Microsoft Shakes Up Its Ranks: Former Trump Official Elevated, Ex-Biden Lawyer Joins the Team

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SEATTLE — Microsoft has named a former Trump administration official to a senior role, in a strategic move that underscores the company’s commitment to expanding its political outreach. Additionally, the tech giant has brought on board a former Biden administration lawyer, demonstrating its intention to engage broadly across the political spectrum. Megan Wolfe, who previously served as the deputy chief of staff in the Office of Management and Budget under former President Donald Trump, will now hold a key position at Microsoft focusing on integration and public policy. Her expertise is expected to bolster the … Read more

Legal Action Spotlights Alleged Elevated PFAS Content in Popular Baby Wipes Brand

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New York – A recent lawsuit has been filed against Costco Wholesale Corporation, alleging that its Kirkland Signature brand baby wipes contain dangerously high levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), chemicals that are linked to several health problems. The legal action, initiated by a mother in New York, raises serious concerns about the safety and integrity of these commonly used products. The lawsuit was lodged at the federal court following tests commissioned by the plaintiff, which are claimed to have revealed the presence of PFAS in significant amounts. PFas, often referred to as “forever … Read more