Roundup

Mistrial Declared in Illinois Roundup Case Due to Monsanto Misconduct; Girardi Faces Possible 14-Year Jail Term Amid Health Concerns

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In the latest legal developments, a judge in Illinois recently declared a mistrial in the state’s inaugural trial concerning the controversial pesticide Roundup, following a finding of “serious misconduct” by defendant Monsanto. This unexpected turn of events took place on December 6, marking a significant moment in the ongoing legal battles surrounding the safety and marketing of Roundup. The case is part of a broader series of lawsuits alleging that Roundup, which contains the chemical glyphosate, causes cancer. Plaintiffs across the nation have raised concerns, leading to numerous court cases and public debate over the … Read more

Philadelphia Roundup Litigation Sees Demand for New Legal Voices as Former Associate Seeks Fair Trial Opportunities

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Philadelphia, PA — In the ongoing litigation concerning the herbicide Roundup, two prominent law firms, Kline & Specter and Arnold & Itkin, have dominated the courtroom in Philadelphia, delivering the most substantial verdicts to date. Yet, amid these legal victories, a growing discord suggests a shift is impending as new voices call for a chance to lead. Thomas Bosworth, a former associate of Kline & Specter who now operates his own legal practice following a strenuous departure from the firm, has been a vocal advocate for a more inclusive approach to attorney representation in these … Read more

Bayer Turns to U.S. Appeals Courts as Roundup Legal Challenges Mount

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Leverkusen, Germany – As Bayer AG grapples with a series of U.S. legal challenges concerning its Roundup weed killer, the German pharmaceutical and life sciences giant is placing its confidence in the ability of the U.S. appeals courts to lead it through a costly litigation quagmire. Bayer, which acquired Monsanto in 2018, inherited thousands of legal claims alleging that Roundup causes cancer – a claim that the company contests. Bayer’s strategy hinges on a pivotal legal question: whether federal regulatory approvals should shield it from state-law failure-to-warn claims. The company points to the U.S. Environmental … Read more

Unlock Artistic Potential: A Global Roundup of Must-Enter Photography Contests and Fellowships

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As November unfolds, a suite of global photography festivals and awards stand poised to spotlight the prowess of emerging and established visual artists. With calls for submission that span from Poland to France, and themes that range from the abstract to the documentary, these platforms offer artists not only the opportunity to exhibit their work, but to gain substantial funding and international recognition. In Łódź, Poland, the Fotofestiwal invites artists to submit up to two projects without restrictions on theme, technique, or age. Six entrants will be chosen for an exhibition during the festival, earning … Read more