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Media prevail in court battle over whether Washington lawmakers are subject to Public Records Act
The Washington state Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that legislators are subject to the state Public Records Act (PRA), marking a historic ruling for news and media outlets as well as other advocates of open-record policies.
Bayer ‘encouraged’ by support from DOJ, states in Hardeman appeal
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) – Bayer announced last week that at least 16 entities - including trade groups, several states and the federal government - are supporting the company's appeal of a $25 million verdict in favor of plaintiff Edwin Hardeman, who alleged Roundup weedkiller caused his cancer.
EPA announces plan to stop false cancer labeling and provide accurate risk info on glyphosate-active products
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its plan to stop false labeling and provide accurate risk information to consumers regarding the chemical glyphosate, most commonly known as the active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup weed killer.
Bayer urges judge to reverse verdict or order new trial in Pilliod cancer case against Monsanto
Bayer has filed multiple post-trial motions urging California Superior Court Judge Winifred Smith to reverse last month’s verdict or order a new trial in the case of Pilliod v. Monsanto.
PFAS lawsuits continue; Two in New Mexico allege harm to cows
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Legal Newsline) - As the federal government determines the toxicity level for humans exposed to chemicals known as PFAS, new lawsuits allege harm to cows.
Monsanto expert witness says human body repels glyphosate - 'confident there's no hazard'
OAKLAND – The third trial against Monsanto wrapped its sixth week as the discussion of whether or not Roundup use was a substantial factor in causing a Northern California couple’s non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma continued, bringing Monsanto’s expert witnesses to the stand.
EPA reaffirms the safety of herbicide glyphosate - 'no risk to public health'
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced in a statement Tuesday that there are “no risks to public health when glyphosate is used in accordance with its current label” and that “glyphosate is not a carcinogen.”
Could regulation of PFAS chemicals affect efficient firefighting?
HOUSTON (Legal Newsline) – As the push to ban chemicals key to fighting fires continues across the country, it remains to be seen how successful alternatives will be.
Environmental activist's conviction overturned; He claims it was a 'necessity' to shut down oil pipeline
SEATTLE (Legal Newsline) – The state of Washington Court of Appeals this week overturned the conviction of activist Ken Ward, citing the denial of his Sixth Amendment right to present the “necessity defense” to a jury of his peers.
Jury finds Roundup was substantial factor in causing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma; But Bayer stands by product heading into phase 2
After nearly a week of deliberation, a San Francisco federal jury found that the Monsanto product Roundup was a “substantial factor” in causing a Northern California man’s non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.
Democrat-led Senate in Colorado OKs overhaul of oil and gas regulations; Bill would give local governments power
DENVER (Legal Newsline) - Democrats in the Colorado Senate recently approved a partisan bill that would reform regulations regarding gas and oil industry operations in the state.
House urges EPA to regulate PFAS, but chemist warns 'lawyers are trying to grab onto this'
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) – Alleged risks to water supplies posed by chemicals commonly used by firefighters and the military were discussed at a House subcommittee hearing Wednesday as lawmakers sounded anxious for a regulatory measure.