Key Architect Behind $60 Billion Opioid Settlements Honored with AAJ Public Service Award August 27, 2024 Levin Papantonio (LP), the trailblazing mass torts law firm that has marched at the forefront of the national prescription opiates addiction litigation, is pleased to announce it has been awarded the American Association for Justice’s (AAJ) 2024 Steven J. Sharp Public Service Award, along with other member law firms of the Plaintiff Executive Committee (PEC) of this […] Read More
Mississippi’s $370M Windfall: A Turning Point in the Opioid Battle August 16, 2024 Mississippi stands at a pivotal moment in its battle against the opioid crisis, as the state is set to receive approximately $370 million from national opioid settlements. This financial windfall presents a significant opportunity to reshape addiction treatment and prevention policies across the state. Decision-makers are still developing plans for distributing the funds, as they […] Read More
Protecting Our Nation’s Bravest: The Fight to Extinguish PFAS From Firefighter Gear August 1, 2024 The Massachusetts House has passed a bill that bans the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighter turnout gear, following the Senate’s approval. The bill, which addresses concerns over the health risks posed by these “forever chemicals,” now heads to Governor Maura Healey for her signature. If signed into law, Massachusetts will become […] Read More
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