Brayton Purcell LLP

June 28, 2024

Stem Cell Treatment Scams on the Rise

John Rodolf was convinced by an online advertisement to spend $6,000 at the Lung Institute in Tampa, Florida, in August 2015. The institute's website presented scientific studies and patient experiences as evidence that their innovative yet straightforward stem cell therapy could effectively manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
June 3, 2024

Managing Risks of Silica Exposure in the Workplace: A Comprehensive Guide

Silica, primarily found as respirable crystalline silica (RCS) in various industries, remains a significant health hazard with potentially severe implications such as silicosis, other respiratory diseases, and even cancer.
May 20, 2024

A Preventable Tragedy: The Silicosis Epidemic Among Artificial Stone Workers

The emergence of silicosis among artificial stone fabrication workers has unveiled a troubling aspect of the industry: the apparent disregard by manufacturers and suppliers for the health and safety of those who work with their products.
May 6, 2024

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Targets ‘Cancer Alleys’

In a decisive move aimed at safeguarding communities from industrial pollution, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiled a set of stringent regulations this Tuesday, casting a protective net over neighborhoods lying in the vicinity of over 200 manufacturing facilities known for emitting toxic airborne substances.
April 22, 2024

Navigating Toxic Tort Negligence Claims under California Law

Toxic tort is a complex area of law that deals with the harm caused to individuals due to exposure to toxic substances. This type of negligence involves legal actions against corporations responsible for manufacturing, distributing, or selling products containing harmful chemicals without adequate warnings or safety instructions.
June 28, 2024

Stem Cell Treatment Scams on the Rise

John Rodolf was convinced by an online advertisement to spend $6,000 at the Lung Institute in Tampa, Florida, in August 2015. The institute's website presented scientific studies and patient experiences as evidence that their innovative yet straightforward stem cell therapy could effectively manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
June 3, 2024

Managing Risks of Silica Exposure in the Workplace: A Comprehensive Guide

Silica, primarily found as respirable crystalline silica (RCS) in various industries, remains a significant health hazard with potentially severe implications such as silicosis, other respiratory diseases, and even cancer.
May 20, 2024

A Preventable Tragedy: The Silicosis Epidemic Among Artificial Stone Workers

The emergence of silicosis among artificial stone fabrication workers has unveiled a troubling aspect of the industry: the apparent disregard by manufacturers and suppliers for the health and safety of those who work with their products.
May 6, 2024

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Targets ‘Cancer Alleys’

In a decisive move aimed at safeguarding communities from industrial pollution, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiled a set of stringent regulations this Tuesday, casting a protective net over neighborhoods lying in the vicinity of over 200 manufacturing facilities known for emitting toxic airborne substances.
April 22, 2024

Navigating Toxic Tort Negligence Claims under California Law

Toxic tort is a complex area of law that deals with the harm caused to individuals due to exposure to toxic substances. This type of negligence involves legal actions against corporations responsible for manufacturing, distributing, or selling products containing harmful chemicals without adequate warnings or safety instructions.