PFAS

Duane Morris Highlights Major Legal Battles in Opioid and PFAS Litigation – Learn From Experts in New Podcast Episode

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Philadelphia, PA — Discussing key trends and developments in class action litigation, the latest episode of “Class Action Weekly Wire” produced by Duane Morris, sheds light on the 2025 edition of the Products Liability & Mass Torts Class Action Review. This discussion prominently features Duane Morris partner Jerry Maatman along with senior associates Anne Gruner and Betty Luu. Their discourse delves deeply into the intricate legal terrain shaped by recent pivotal class actions, especially those regarding opioid and PFAS litigation. In their podcast, available across multiple streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, the trio … Read more

Samsung Caught in Latest Wave of PFAS Consumer Fraud Lawsuits Over Smart Watches

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Growing consumer concerns have prompted a series of class action lawsuits across various U.S. states, targeting companies for allegedly deceptive use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products. These cases highlight increasing scrutiny over the safety and environmental claims companies make about their products, reflecting a broader challenge about corporate responsibility and consumer protection. Companies from a wide spectrum of industries, including cosmetics, food packaging, apparel, and more recently technology, have faced accusations of misleading consumers about the safety and composition of their products. A notable case involves Samsung, where the company is … Read more

Mass Tort Consultants Shed Light on the Ubiquitous Presence of PFAs in Consumer Goods and Water Supplies

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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), chemicals ubiquitous in everyday products and water sources, are raising significant public health concerns due to their potential health risks. Often referred to as “forever chemicals” for their persistence in the environment and the human body, PFAS are increasingly becoming a focus for environmental and health research. Mass Tort Consultants, experts in legal and environmental health issues, emphasizes that PFAS are not only prevalent but also problematic due to their resistance to degradation. These chemicals are found in a myriad of products ranging from nonstick cookware and waterproof clothing to … Read more

Mass Tort Medical Consultants Shed Light on the Presence of PFAs in Common Consumer Goods and Water Supplies

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Los Angeles, CA – At a recent medical conference, experts from Mass Tort Medical Consultants highlighted the pervasive presence of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) in everyday products and their detection in water supplies across the United States. These chemicals, which are often referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and resistance to natural degradation, are commonly found in a wide array of consumer products ranging from cookware to cosmetics. PFAs have been used in products for decades because of their ability to resist heat, water, and oil. However, recent … Read more