by Alan Hahn | Jan 15, 2021 | Blog
Last spring, DuPont said they would appeal the decision that would pay two plaintiffs $50 million for exposure to the chemical C8. The chemical that is referred to as C8 is more recognizable as PFOA or perfluorooctanoic acid. That appeal was denied as 2020 drew to a...
by Alan Hahn | Dec 30, 2020 | Blog
With the emphasis on compliance over enforcement during the Trump Administration, the enforcement news has looked different over the past few years. With that said, there was a hefty fine just shy of seven million dollars under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and...
by Alan Hahn | Dec 11, 2020 | Blog
Regulations, guidance, and litigation regarding per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is changing rapidly. In addition to our blogs and videos, we have a PFAS Resources Page to help keep you up-to-date on this dynamic environmental issue. Below are recent updates...
by Alan Hahn | Dec 1, 2020 | Blog
PBS News Hour Weekend recently interviewed environmental lawyer, Erin Brockovich of Pacific Gas and Electric/Chromium VI litigation fame. Ms. Brockovich was discussing her new book, “Superman’s Not Coming: Our National Water Crisis And What We The People Can Do About...
by Alan Hahn | Nov 13, 2020 | Blog
By many indications, Joseph Biden and Kamala Harris will be President and Vice President in 2021. If this holds true, key senate run-off races in Georgia will decide if Democrats will control the Executive Office and both branches of Congress or if there will be some...