The EPA Acts, Kind of, on Asbestos
4/26/19
By: Koty Newman
On April 17, 2019, the EPA finalized a significant new use rule (“SNUR”) governing asbestos use. The SNUR ensures that any discontinued uses of asbestos will not re-enter the marketplace without the EPA’s review. The EPA explains …
When Appealing to the Environmentally-Friendly Consumer Results in RICO Litigation
4/6/18
By: Justine A. Baakman
With the push toward production of environmentally friendly motor vehicles driven primarily by consumer demand, vehicle manufacturers have been forced to rapidly adapt vehicle design and marketing strategies. Appeals to the environmentally conscious consumer often involve …