Trailblazing

Trailblazing Legal Team Fights for Justice in Landmark Roundup Case Against Monsanto

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SAN FRANCISCO — The ongoing legal battle surrounding Roundup, a weed killer produced by Monsanto, continues to draw attention as plaintiffs claim it causes cancer. This situation has garnered significant national focus, with numerous lawsuits against the company raising concerns about the safety of the herbicide. As the litigation unfolds, many cases involve individuals who allege that prolonged exposure to Roundup has led to their diagnosis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. A pivotal case in this series, Pilliod v. Monsanto Co., has recently spotlighted the issue, as the court weighed the evidence presented by both sides. The … Read more

Trailblazing Hunton Partners Recognized in Benchmark Litigation’s Elite 2025 Top 250 Women in Litigation

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Two partners from Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP have been recognized as part of Benchmark Litigation’s 2025 list of the Top 250 Women in Litigation. This annual roster showcases women attorneys who have made significant contributions to the legal field and exemplified excellence in litigation. Based in Richmond, Virginia, Hunton Andrews Kurth is known for its strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, which is reflected in this latest recognition. The firm continues to support and elevate female legal professionals, encouraging their development and involvement in high-stakes cases across various practice areas. The two distinguished partners honored … Read more

Historic Tribute: Statue Design for Trailblazing Dr. Sadie T. M. Alexander to be Revealed This July

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Philadelphia, Pa. — A statue honoring Dr. Sadie T. M. Alexander, a groundbreaking figure in law and economics, is set to be unveiled later this year after a selection process that will conclude by the end of July. Five finalists have been identified for the statue’s design, and a committee will announce the winning choice based on public feedback. Dr. Alexander made history as the first African American woman to receive a Ph.D. in economics in the United States and was also the first Black woman to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. … Read more

Trailblazing Oakland Attorney Dan Siegel, Catalyst of Civil Rights Activism, Passes at 79

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OAKLAND, Calif. — Dan Siegel, a prominent civil rights attorney and a key figure in Berkeley’s activism history, passed away on July 2 after battling cancer. He was 79 years old. Siegel was a central player during the landmark “Bloody Thursday” protest at People’s Park in 1969, where he famously rallied thousands of demonstrators to reclaim the park, an event that resulted in tragic clashes with law enforcement. Growing up in a working-class family in The Bronx, New York, Siegel’s path to activism began early, shaped by a diverse upbringing. He later attended Hamilton College, … Read more