Legal

Vermont AG Leads Coalition in Legal Battle Against Trump Administration’s Return of Seized Machine Gun Conversion Devices

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MONTPELIER, Vt. — Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark has joined a multistate lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s decision to return thousands of seized devices that convert semiautomatic rifles into fully automatic weapons. This legal action seeks to stop the revival of a policy that could lead to the widespread distribution of these dangerous tools. The current administration has reversed a policy established during the Biden administration that restricted the return of these machine gun conversion devices, which have been associated with incidents of gun violence. Clark’s decision to participate in the lawsuit reflects growing concerns … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Partners with Legal Experts to Finalize $8 Billion Talc Settlement

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Johnson & Johnson is set to move forward with an $8 billion settlement regarding claims linked to its talc-based baby powder. The agreement, finalized following coordination with a team of mass-tort legal experts, aims to resolve thousands of lawsuits filed by individuals who allege that the product caused serious health issues, including cancer. The settlement encapsulates the ongoing concerns surrounding the safety of talc, a mineral used in various cosmetic and hygiene products for decades. Johnson & Johnson has faced increasing scrutiny as litigation surrounding its talc products continued to grow, with claimants asserting that … Read more

NLRB Legal Chief Challenges Decades-Old Precedent on Presidential Firing Powers for Independent Agencies

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New York, NY – The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) may not be protected by a nearly century-old Supreme Court ruling that has generally safeguarded the independence of certain agency officials from presidential dismissal. This view was expressed by the acting general counsel, William Cowen, during a labor and employment law conference held at New York University. Cowen raised concerns about whether the precedent established in the 1935 case, Humphrey’s Executor v. United States, still applies to modern government agencies. The ruling affirmed Congress’s authority to limit the president’s ability to remove members of independent … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Partners with Legal Experts to Finalize Historic $8 Billion Talc Settlement

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Johnson & Johnson has reached a landmark agreement to settle claims related to its talcum powder products, finalizing an $8 billion settlement amid ongoing litigation. The settlement, which aims to resolve thousands of lawsuits alleging that its talc products are linked to cancer, was announced after the company collaborated with mass-tort specialists to navigate the complex legal landscape. The proposed settlement has been structured to address concerns arising from widespread allegations that the company’s talc products contained asbestos, a known carcinogen. Plaintiffs in these lawsuits, which include a diverse group of individuals and their families, … Read more