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Court approves historic class action settlement for South African gold mine workers
Toxic Exposure
The South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg granted final approval of the historic settlement for thousands of South African gold mine workers and dependents of workers who developed tuberculosis, silicosis and other chronic illnesses after being exposed to toxic silica dust while working in the gold mines.
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Robert C. "Trey" Henderson III
Trey Henderson works closely with injured workers and families to file bankruptcy trust claims seeking justice for victims of asbestos-related diseases.
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Andrew D. Harris
Andrew Harris works directly with injured workers and their families with regards to asbestos, work-related injuries, and toxic exposure, including guiding clients through complicated bankruptcy trust claims for victims of asbestos-related diseases.
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Best Lawyers© 2020 recognizes 19 Motley Rice attorneys
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We are proud to announce that 19 Motley Rice attorneys are included in The Best Lawyers in America® 2020.
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FDA’s push for transparency long overdue | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Medical Device Lawsuits | Women’s Health Lawsuits
Generally speaking, manufacturers are required to submit individual reports to the FDA for each patient who sustains an injury or complication caused by a medical product. Established in 1997, Alternative Summary Reporting Program allowed manufacturers to bypass that standard by submitting quarterly summaries for…
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National Law Journal Elite Trial Lawyers 2019 recognizes Motley Rice for “Cutting-Edge Work”
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The National Law Journal Elite Trial Lawyers recognized Motley Rice its work in navigating the Takata bankruptcy proceedings for personal injury victims as well as naming member attorney Fidelma Fitzpatrick as one of the 2019 Elite Women of the Plaintiffs’ Bar.
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Justice for 9/11 not possible without transparency | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Anti-Terrorism Lawsuit
As we pause to reflect, we stop not only to remember those who were lost and injured, but also to honor those who continue to seek justice and accountability for those responsible for the September 11, 2001 attacks.
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FDA investigates more than 450 cases of disease after e-cigarette use, and issues warnings to JUUL
Toxic Exposure
The FDA warned e-cig manufacturer JUUL Labs Inc. regarding the company’s marketing of its unauthorized modified risk tobacco products, including marketing to youth that claimed e-cigarettes are “totally safe.”
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Charleston, S.C., Mayor John Tecklenburg proclaims Mesothelioma Awareness Day for 8th year
Asbestos Exposure
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg declared September 26 as Mesothelioma Awareness Day during a City Council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019. This marked the 8th year that Motley Rice has requested a proclamation and the day has been officially recognized in the City of Charleston.
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City of North Charleston proclaims Mesothelioma Awareness Day
Asbestos Exposure
The City of North Charleston retroactively declared September 26 as Mesothelioma Awareness Day during a City Council meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019.
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Motley Rice attorneys selected as 2019 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers
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Lawdragon 500 included 20 Motley Rice attorneys in its 2019 legal guide 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers.
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Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder tests positive for asbestos, recall announced
Asbestos Exposure
Johnson & Johnson recalled a single lot of its baby powder on Friday, Oct. 18 after a sample tested positive asbestos.
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Law360 interviews SEC Whistleblower lawyer about potential new whistleblower protections
Whistleblower Claims
Congress is considering expanding current SEC whistleblower law to include protections for those who report potential securities violations internally to their employers.
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Opioid MDL track one cases settle on eve of openings, Joe Rice leads negotiations
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Opioid manufacturers and distributors Teva, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen and McKesson avoided trial by reaching a $260 million settlement to resolve claims filed by two Ohio counties that alleged the companies played a role in causing the opioid crisis.
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Zantac Lawsuit
Medical Drugs
Heartburn can be frustrating to manage and can also be incredibly painful. Trying to live without heartburn by taking medication should not also come with worries that a medication may potentially cause cancer.
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Dangerous vehicle defects may put millions of Americans at risk | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Personal Injury Lawsuits
We put a lot of faith in auto manufacturers. As our vehicles become loaded with technological advancements, we have trust the manufacturers have installed these features to help protect us. We often assume that manufacturers tested and vetted this technology appropriately. And, we trust these features will actually…
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Motley Rice appointed co-lead counsel for 3M investors alleging failure to disclose the extent of PFAS liability
Securities Class Actions
Motley Rice has been appointed co-lead counsel for securities fraud litigation filed by investors who allege 3M Co. failed to inform them of the scope of potential liability for its products containing toxic PFAS chemicals.
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Law360 interviews Joe Rice on opioid MDL, litigation milestones
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Co-founder Joe Rice discussed the National Prescription Opiate MDL, lessons learned so far during the course of his 40-year career and what first attracted him to a career in law in an interview with legal publication Law360.
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SEC whistleblower office reports another promising year, reaffirms commitment to whistleblower protection and enforcement actions | Causes, Not Just Cases®
Whistleblower Claims
Eight years after its inception, the SEC’s Whistleblower Program continues to have a significant, positive impact in protecting not only whistleblowers, but investors, markets and by extension, the public. In addition, the Whistleblower Program allows the SEC to bring enforcement actions in considerably less time,…
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Motley Rice recognized in 13 “Elite Trial Lawyers” categories
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ALM and The National Trial Lawyers recognized Motley Rice in 13 categories for its 2020 Elite Trial Lawyers award.