Product

Chris Seeger Secures $6 Billion Settlement in 3M Earplug Litigation, Named 2024 MVP in Product Liability

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Chris Seeger, founding partner of Seeger Weiss LLP, has cemented his place among the legal elite, securing major wins in three significant mass tort litigations. Notably, his role in achieving a monumental $6 billion global settlement in the case concerning allegedly defective 3M combat earplugs has been a defining moment in product liability law this year. Seeger’s legal prowess and dedication were critical in navigating through the complexities of these cases which involved substantial claims and large numbers of plaintiffs. His strategies not only brought relief to those affected but also set precedents in the … Read more

Venable Bolsters Legal Ranks, Adds Trio of High-Profile Partners to Product Liability and Mass Torts Group

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Washington D.C. – Venable LLP has expanded its legal team by welcoming three new partners to its product liability and mass torts group. Formerly with Steptoe & Johnson LLP, Derek Smith, Jeremy Goldkind, and Joo Cha Webb bring a wealth of experience and expertise that promises to enhance the firm’s capabilities in dealing with complex litigation. Derek Smith, based in Chicago, has a well-established reputation for his work with clients in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing sectors. He specializes in navigating the intricacies of complex and mass tort litigations, building robust defenses for high-stakes disputes. … Read more

Philadelphia Jury Clears Monsanto in Latest Roundup Cancer Case, Despite Finding Product Defective

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Philadelphia, PA – In a closely-watched legal battle, Bayer’s Monsanto division scored a significant victory this September in a Philadelphia courtroom. A jury found that although Monsanto’s Roundup weedkiller was identified as defective, it was not the cause of plaintiff Ryan Young’s non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This ruling delivers a fresh boost to Monsanto amidst a series of legal challenges concerning the safety of its popular herbicide. The case, presided over by Judge Angelo J. Foglietta of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, drew significant attention as it underscored the ongoing debate over Roundup. Despite the jury’s … Read more

Rachel Choi Joins Husch Blackwell, Bolsters Firm’s Mass Tort & Product Liability Capabilities in Oakland

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Oakland, CA – In the increasingly complex landscape of mass tort and product liability law, one attorney in Oakland stands out for her dedication and expertise. Rachel Choi, a seasoned lawyer with Husch Blackwell, is making significant strides in representing clients who have suffered due to defective products and corporate negligence. Choi’s legal career is marked by a commitment to justice for individuals facing powerful corporate entities. Her specialty in mass tort cases involves guiding victims through the maze of legal challenges that come with confronting large-scale corporate wrongdoing. These cases often involve large groups … Read more