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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

Shed Builder Fights Back Against Allegations in Attorney General’s Lawsuit

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Columbus, Ohio – Ohio’s attorney general is bringing heavy allegations against a local shed builder, accusing the company of failing to deliver products after receiving payment from customers. The Columbus-based business and its owner face charges of violating consumer protection laws, according to state officials. The attorney general’s office claims that numerous customers paid for sheds that were either never delivered or constructed in a substandard and unacceptable manner. The lawsuit seeks restitution for the affected consumers, alongside civil penalties and injunctive relief to prevent further violations of consumer law. In a firm rebuttal, the … Read more

Recent Verdicts Shed Light on the Power of Punitive Damages in Product Liability Cases

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Philadelphia, San Diego, and St. Louis – Four separate products liability trials ended with large plaintiff verdicts in October and November 2023, highlighting the potential danger of punitive damages. Three of these verdicts were against Monsanto in Roundup weed killer cases, while the fourth was against Mitsubishi. The bulk of the awards, totaling $3 billion, was punitive damages alone. In Philadelphia, a jury awarded $175 million to a plaintiff who developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma after using Roundup for over 20 years. The jury found Monsanto liable for negligently designing Roundup and failing to warn consumers about … Read more