Waters Kraus & Paul

Sure, we know to be wary of outdoor pollution, but what about the unseen pollutants indoors that may be making us sick?

Indoor Air Pollution: Unseen Toxins in the Air Place Workers at Risk | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel In a world where air pollution has long been associated with outdoor environments, researchers say that indoor toxins in the workplace and at home are an equally pressing concern. Americans spend 90% of their time indoors, including in their homes, schools, workplaces, gyms, hospitals and stores, ac...

Nine Takeaways From Our Investigation Into 3M’s Forever Chemicals | Pro Publica

Shipbreaking: The Most Dangerous Job in the World | Human Rights Watch

Shipbreaking: The Most Dangerous Job in the World What happens to cargo ships at the end of their lives? Often, they wind up beached on shores in the global south where untrained and unprotected workers are tasked with breaking them apart in dangerous conditions. In this episode, Host Ngofeen Mputwbwele takes listeners to the beaches of Bangladesh....

Heavy Equipment maker Young Corporation must pay $2 million in fines after inspectors found 175 safety violations, including airborne chemicals, extreme noise and missed crane inspections.

Workers, Families Suffer When Manufacturers Cut Corners on Safety | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel When manufacturers cut corners on safety, workers – and their families – often suffer from medical complications from exposure to toxic chemicals. In Seattle, the Department of Labor & Industries imposed a $2 million fine on century-old heavy equipment maker Young Corporation after inspectors fo...

Gas stoves may contribute to early deaths and childhood asthma, new Stanford study finds | LA Times

Gas stoves may contribute to early deaths and childhood asthma, new Stanford study finds Researchers concluded exposure to nitrogen dioxide emissions alone may contribute to nearly 19,000 premature deaths in the United States each year.

Cryptocurrency and digital tools are putting vulnerable populations even more at risk of s*x trafficking worldwide.

S*x Traffickers Use Tech, the Internet to Lure, Exploit Victims | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel S*x trafficking has increased rapidly in recent years in the U.S. and worldwide, thanks in large part to modern technology and the internet. “Traffickers are quick to adapt their business model to suit their needs and increase their profits, so, of course, they follow online trends,” said Tiphan...

Partner Peter Kraus had the honor of presenting at this year's Plaintiffs Asbestos Litigation Seminar (PALS), the largest annual gathering of asbestos attorneys in the nation. He spoke on "A Mask Ain’t a Respirator: Proving Causation in a Defective Mask Case," sharing his expertise on asbestos litigation. We are proud of his contributions and dedication to advancing our firm's expertise in the latest tactics, trends, and developments within this critical practice area.

We tested landscaping soil on sale in Sydney stores for asbestos – it came back positive | The Guardian

We tested landscaping soil on sale in Sydney stores for asbestos – it came back positive Exclusive: Independent testing of recycled soil fill finds two of four samples would not meet legislated thresholds and one contained asbestos

The U.S. Postal Service’s reliance on private trucking contractors is being scrutinized following a string of unreported truck crash fatalities.

Outcry Grows Over U.S. Postal Service Failure to Report Truck Crash Records | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel The U.S. Postal Service’s reliance on private trucking contractors to deliver the nation’s mail is coming under increased scrutiny following a string of unreported truck crash fatalities involving USPS contract truck drivers. The Wall Street Journal reported in 2023 that contract drivers for the...

On this Independence Day, we honor the courage of those who fought for the freedoms we
cherish today. We remain dedicated to defending equal access to justice and standing against those who infringe on individual rights. Happy 4th of July from Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel!

A Philadelphia jury has returned a $3.5 million verdict on behalf of our firm’s client who was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma after exposure to Monsanto’s toxic Roundup weedkiller.

Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel Team Wins $3.5M Roundup Cancer Verdict | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel A Philadelphia jury returned a $3.5 million verdict against Bayer and its Monsanto subsidiary on behalf Ms. Kelly Martel who was jointly represented by Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel as well as Allen Stewart, P.C. and Williams, Hart, & Boundas. Ms. Martel was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma afte...

A Seattle judge has rejected attempts by Boeing to throw out a lawsuit filed by a former worker who claims exposure to toxic chemicals caused his son’s severe birth defects.
https://waterskraus.com/wkps-lawyers-block-boeing-from-dismissing-workers-birth-defect-claims/

Firm Name Partner Charles Siegel and Partner Leslie MacLean had the privilege of participating on panels at the 2024 MDL Judicial Summit in Aspen, Colorado.

The event attracted an impressive group of federal judges and a very diverse group of attendees – from both sides of the bar. A range of perspectives were shared on best practices for Multidistrict Litigation.

Leslie contributed her expertise on the Bellwether Trials, Fed State Coordination, Selection of Steering Committees, Special Masters and the Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 1 Guidance panel. Charles shared his insights on the Claim Integrity: Judicial and Litigant Roles panel."

Home - 2024 Texas Tech MDL Judicial Summit By Invitation Only The 2024 Texas Tech MDL Judicial Summit St. Regis Aspen Resort 315 EAST DEAN STREET, ASPEN, CO Schedule Learn More Attendees Learn More June 2 — June 5 2024

Catholic dioceses across the country have been hit with thousands of lawsuits filed by victims of s*x abuse by clergy and church employees.

Another Catholic Diocese Files Bankruptcy as S*x Abuse Lawsuits Mount | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel The Catholic Diocese of Sacramento is the latest diocese to declare Chapter 11 bankruptcy following a wave of civil lawsuits filed by victims who were abused by clergy and other church employees dating back to the 1950s. Facing more than 250 lawsuits, church officials in Sacramento said the bankrupt...

Congratulations to our 2024 Rising Stars: Chris Johnson, Caitlyn Silhan, and Camille Hunt! These rockstar attorneys have been honored among the nation’s top lawyers under 40. Keep up the great work!

This April our firm proudly took part in the North Texas Food Bank's (NTFB) annual event, Food From the Bar. Our team clocked 37.5 volunteer hours at the food bank, plus we raised over $12,595 in donations and collected non-perishable food to help feed hungry North Texans. Our firm was recognized as a Diamond Partner for our efforts.

The collective campaign raised over $167,000 which NTFB will use to help provide 520,000 nutritious meals to food insecure children so they may continue to grow and thrive through the summer months.

We're looking forward to participating again next year!

Canada Asks Chemical Plants to Check Pollution After Leaks Hit Indigenous Community | Reuters

Canada Asks Chemical Plants to Check Pollution After Leaks Hit Indigenous Community US News is a recognized leader in college, grad school, hospital, mutual fund, and car rankings. Track elected officials, research health conditions, and find news you can use in politics, business, health, and education.

Congrats to partners Patrick Wigle and Rajeev Mittal and Locks Law Firm’s Andrew DuPont for earning a place among Law360’s “Lions of the Week.” Their $725.5 million verdict against Exxon earned national media attention in the Wall Street Journal, Reuters, Bloomberg and more.

$725M Benzene Verdict Against Exxon Earns National Media Attention | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel partners Patrick Wigle and Rajeev Mittal and Locks Law Firm partner Andrew DuMont were named among Law360’s “Lions of the Week” for their $725.5 million toxic exposure verdict against ExxonMobil. The May 9 verdict in Philadelphia’s First Judicial District court gen...

Lawyers to Plastics Makers: Prepare for 'Astronomical' PFAS Lawsuits | New York Times

Lawyers to Plastics Makers: Prepare for ‘Astronomical’ PFAS Lawsuits At an industry presentation about dangerous “forever chemicals,” lawyers predicted a wave of lawsuits that could dwarf asbestos litigation, audio from the event revealed.

Veterans With Agent Orange Exposure Have Elevated Risk of SCLC | Docwire News

Veterans With Agent Orange Exposure Have Elevated Risk of SCLC | Docwire News A recent study highlights the “elevated risk” of small cell lung cancer (SCLC) associated with Agent Orange exposure in veterans.

Opinion | How the Supreme Court Case on Purdue Pharma and the Sackler Family Could Change Bankruptcy Law | The New York Times

Opinion | The Moral Limits of Bankruptcy Law Companies are increasingly using the bankruptcy process to shortchange the rights of those seeking accountability for corporate wrongdoing.

This Memorial Day, we at Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel honor the sacrifices of those who served our nation and lost their lives, including many who suffered due to asbestos exposure. We remember the courage of these brave souls and pledge to continue our fight for justice for veterans and their families against corporate neglect. We honor their memory by ensuring their battles are not forgotten.

Norfolk Southern to Pay $310 Million for East Palestine Accident | The New York Times

Norfolk Southern to Pay $310 Million for East Palestine Accident The railroad company reached an agreement with the federal government to settle claims and costs from the 2023 derailment of a train carrying hazardous materials in the Ohio town.

Workers in manufacturing facilities across the tech sector are at increasing risk from exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Outdated OSHA rules fail to shield tech workers from toxic exposure | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel Workers in manufacturing facilities across the tech sector are at increasing risk from exposure to hazardous chemicals thanks to federal regulations that are woefully outdated and a business community that has failed to take worker safety seriously. Former Occupational Health and Safety Administrati...

For the second time this year, a Seattle judge has rejected attempts by Boeing to avoid accountability for our clients' toxic exposure and birth defect claims.

Boeing Can't Avoid Pre-Conception Toxic Birth Defect Claims - Law360 A Washington state judge said Friday that the child of two Boeing factory workers can sue the aerospace giant for negligence based on harm he allegedly suffered before he was conceived, allowing him to accuse the company of failing to warn his parents about toxic chemicals they were exposed to on th...

WKPS partners Patrick Wigle and Rajeev Mittal along with Locks Law Firm’s Andrew DuPont won an important $725.5M verdict against ExxonMobil on behalf of our client, a former service station mechanic who developed acute myeloid leukemia from exposure to cancer-causing benzene in the company’s petroleum products. https://buff.ly/4ai0Vmz

At Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel, we are inspired daily by the courage and resilience of mothers everywhere. Today we extend our deepest thank yous to all mothers for their undying love, guidance and invaluable advice. We wish you all a Happy Mother's Day.

Manufacturers are going to great lengths to hide the details of their products and to protect trade secrets, which puts the safety of consumers at risk.

Pattern of Denial: Corporations Hide Pesticide, Consumer Product Risks | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel From pesticides to consumer products, manufacturers are known to go to great lengths to limit and control what the public knows about the safety of their products. Recent incidents in Europe and the United States underscore some of the ways corporations wield their power at the expense of consumer s...

Houston communities, like Deer Park, that live in the shadow of the petrochemical industry, face threats of toxic exposure, both acute and prolonged.

Fear, Unease in the Shadows of the Petrochemical Industry | Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel Toxic chemicals released from recurring fires, explosions and industrial mishaps have become an inevitable part of life for families living in the shadows of petrochemical plants clustered in east and southeast Houston communities like Deer Park. Life goes on while fears linger that the next catastr...