When the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil drilling rig exploded five years ago today, it was impossible to imagine that anything positive could result from that tragic event. Innocent people died, the environment was decimated by more than 134 million gallons of oil spilling over four months, multiple thousands of businesses were ruined or put on…

Introduction Hundreds of manmade chemicals called PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) exist in many products you buy and use. PFAS accumulate in our environment and in us, potentially leading to severe health problems. To find out more about if PFAS be removed from the body, read on. How Do PFAS Enter the Body? You can…

PFAS stands for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These manmade chemicals are often referred to as “forever chemicals” because they seem to last forever in your environment. They’re used in all kinds of consumer products and leach into your soil, air, and water. Generally, there are two major categories: short-chain PFAS and long-chain PFAS. This blog…

The effects of PFAS on the environment are global. PFAS have been with us for decades, and we will be feeling their impact for decades to come. Find out more about PFAS, their effects on our environment, the effects on our health, and what you can do if you have been harmed by PFAS. Introduction…

Companies manufacturing personal care products and cosmetics are supposed to make sure their products are safe. But there is no one really keeping an eye on them. Read on to find out the answer to “Does baby powder still have talc?” (1) Introduction In recent years, a lot of companies have stopped selling baby powder…

Asbestos is a concern due to its extreme hazard to human health. Asbestos and talcum powder products are so pervasive that they are difficult to avoid completely. You need to educate yourself about the various types of asbestos and their potential dangers — including deadly cancer. Introduction Asbestos use is centuries old. For example, the…

For years, people have been asking: Is asbestos banned in the U.S.? The good news is the United States is coming closer than ever to a 100% ban. And if you or a loved one were harmed by asbestos exposure, you can sue for financial compensation. Asbestos Is Fire-Resistant For centuries, people have known asbestos…

In a groundbreaking development for environmental justice, individuals now have the opportunity to pursue compensation for injuries stemming from the polluted water at U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. For the estimated 1 million individuals impacted by this water contamination, it’s crucial to understand what the Camp Lejeune lawsuit is, its significance, and any potential…

Over the span of decades, from August 1, 1953, to December 31, 1987, many military service members, their families, and civilian employees were inadvertently exposed to harmful chemicals through contaminated water at the U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. In the aftermath, many individuals experienced a variety of health issues, including life-altering conditions presumed to…

Welcome to the Weitz & Luxenberg Consumer Protection Blog, hosted by the Weitz & Luxenberg Environmental, Toxic Tort, and Consumer Protection Unit. We litigate environmental torts, mass torts and consumer protection class actions, and we use the courts to curb corporate abuses that cause real harm to everyday people. In this forum, we will share…