The Detroit Bar Association has named Weitz & Luxenberg attorney, Benjamin VanSlyke, the winner of its 2024 Community Impact Award. He was recognized particularly for his work on the opioids epidemic litigation. 2024 Outstanding Young Lawyer Award Mr. VanSlyke received the award on July 15, 2024. The ceremony was held during the 35th Annual Barristers’…

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…

What Is a Trench Excavation? “An excavation is any man-made cut, cavity, or trench formed by earth removal,” explains the Laborers’ Health & Safety Fund of North America (LHSFNA). More specifically, “A trench is defined as a narrow underground excavation, that is deeper than it is wide, and is no wider than 15 feet or…

Living in California puts you at risk of asbestos exposure. A large percentage of the people who die of mesothelioma live in in California. How Many Californians Die of Mesothelioma Each Year? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4,532 Californians died from malignant mesothelioma between 1999 and 2016. This makes up slightly…

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…

Did Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Cause Birth Defects? The toxic chemicals found at Camp Lejeune include volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Scientific evidence continues to mount for a link between birth defects and maternal exposure to contaminated drinking water. (1) “Exposure to certain VOCs may increase the risk for birth defects, neurocognitive impairment, asthma, and cancer,”…

What Led to the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination? Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) were detected at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in two of eight water treatment plants supplying drinking water to the base and surrounding areas. The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) says, “the waste disposal practices at ABC One-Hour Cleaners, an…

UPDATE 9/25/24: Final approval was granted for the settlement on behalf of residents and others affected. The Court observed a significant positive reaction from the class in its order granting final settlement approval. There were more than 450,000 total household class members and 97% of residents are filing for the voluntary exposure payment. A settlement…

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