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Littler Issues Commentary: 9th Circuit Finds DHS Overstepped in Terminating TPS
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Jan. 31 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Jan. 30, 2026:
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9th Circuit Finds DHS Overstepped in Terminating TPS
By Tasneem Zaman, Shin-I Lowe, and George Michael Thompson
On January 28, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed the lower court's decision in National TPS Alliance v. Noem, that Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem overstepped her authority by vacating the previously granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations for Venezuela and terminating early TPS for Haiti, which is
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, Jan. 31 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Jan. 30, 2026:
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9th Circuit Finds DHS Overstepped in Terminating TPS
By Tasneem Zaman, Shin-I Lowe, and George Michael Thompson
On January 28, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed the lower court's decision in National TPS Alliance v. Noem, that Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem overstepped her authority by vacating the previously granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations for Venezuela and terminating early TPS for Haiti, which isschedule to end on February 3, 2026.
The three-judge panel held that Noem's actions were unlawful as her determination that each country no longer continues to meet the conditions for TPS designation was not reached in accordance with procedures established by Congress under the relevant TPS statue (8 U.S.C. Sec. 1254a). It is crucial to highlight that this ruling is one of several circuit court decisions that have addressed the legal issues central to the ongoing TPS litigation.
Implications of the Ninth Circuit Decision
Although this ruling pertains to the legality of the termination of TPS for Haiti and Venezuela, it is unlikely to have any immediate effect on TPS beneficiaries and thus should not be relied upon as a basis for employers to restore TPS protections for such individuals. This is primarily due to the Supreme Court's October 2025 Order in Noem v. National TPS Alliance, which stayed the district court's previous orders that provided emergency relief to TPS beneficiaries. The DHS secretary's revocation order remains in effect as the legal process unfolds. It is anticipated that the DHS will immediately appeal the Ninth Circuit's decision for Supreme Court review.
Littler will monitor any subsequent legal actions taken regarding TPS and will provide updates as they become available.
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Tasneem Zaman
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.
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Shin-I Lowe
Shareholder
Miami
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George Michael Thompson
Special Counsel
Washington, D.C.
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Original text here: https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/asap/9th-circuit-finds-dhs-overstepped-terminating-tps
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Goodwin Honored in World Trademark Review 1000
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Goodwin Honored in World Trademark Review 1000
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World Trademark Review's WTR 1000 has highly ranked Goodwin's Intellectual Property practice and partners Jessica Rothstein, Robert Carroll, and Stefan Mentzer in the 2026 edition of the annual guide to the world's leading trademark professionals and practices. This is the eleventh consecutive year Goodwin has been honored by WTR 1000, as the firm's experience and expertise have made it a global leader in the trademark sector.
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BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Goodwin Honored in World Trademark Review 1000
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World Trademark Review's WTR 1000 has highly ranked Goodwin's Intellectual Property practice and partners Jessica Rothstein, Robert Carroll, and Stefan Mentzer in the 2026 edition of the annual guide to the world's leading trademark professionals and practices. This is the eleventh consecutive year Goodwin has been honored by WTR 1000, as the firm's experience and expertise have made it a global leader in the trademark sector.
WTR 1000 recognized Goodwin's work in New York for Enforcement and Litigation and Prosecution and Strategy. Client feedback stated that Goodwin is "a first-class firm that combines outstanding legal knowledge with practical, business-minded advice," and that the "team is responsive, strategic and detail-oriented; they are true partners."
WTR 1000 also noted Goodwin's capabilities in Massachusetts. The commentary indicated that Goodwin "has a strong track record in high stakes matters," which is why "leading companies confidently entrust their most valuable trademarks to the firm's care."
Goodwin lawyers also stood out in the rankings. Robert was recognized in Massachusetts for his accomplishments in Enforcement and Litigation. Client feedback stated that he comes "highly recommended for his diligence, thoroughness, and practical approach. His strategies consistently deliver favorable outcomes, and his work product is of exceptionally high quality."
In New York, Jessica was recognized for her expertise in Enforcement and Litigation and Prosecution and Strategy. Clients told WTR 1000 that she is "hands down, one of the best legal professionals in any area of law. She negotiates delicate processes with exceptional legal skill and commercial instincts and struck a perfect balance of confidence and diplomacy."
Stefan was recognized in New York for his work in Enforcement and Litigation. Respondents called him a "seasoned IP litigator with over 20 years of experience representing clients in high-stakes disputes across trademark and copyright law, consistently securing landmark wins."
Qualifying firms and lawyers are selected for inclusion in the WTR 1000 based on an extensive research period. To compile this year's rankings, WTR 1000 researchers conducted over 1,000 interviews with lawyers and clients around the world.
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Original text here: https://www.goodwinlaw.com/en/news-and-events/news/2026/01/announcements-practices-ip-goodwin-honored-in-world-trademark-review-1000
Goodwin Guides Repertoire Immune Medicines on a Strategic Collaboration with Lilly to Develop Tolerizing Therapies for Autoimmune Diseases for $85 Million Upfront, Up to $1.84 Billion in Milestones, and Potential Tiered Royalties
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Goodwin Guides Repertoire Immune Medicines on a Strategic Collaboration with Lilly to Develop Tolerizing Therapies for Autoimmune Diseases for $85 Million Upfront, Up to $1.84 Billion in Milestones, and Potential Tiered Royalties
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The Life Sciences team guided Repertoire Immune Medicines on entering a strategic collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company ("Lilly") to develop tolerizing therapies for multiple autoimmune diseases. The collaboration aims to develop treatments
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BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Goodwin Guides Repertoire Immune Medicines on a Strategic Collaboration with Lilly to Develop Tolerizing Therapies for Autoimmune Diseases for $85 Million Upfront, Up to $1.84 Billion in Milestones, and Potential Tiered Royalties
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The Life Sciences team guided Repertoire Immune Medicines on entering a strategic collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company ("Lilly") to develop tolerizing therapies for multiple autoimmune diseases. The collaboration aims to develop treatmentsthat restore immune homeostasis and provide patients with durable remission of their disease without the generalized immune suppression that is common with currently available therapies. Repertoire will lead collaboration activities until development candidate nomination, and Lilly will lead clinical development, manufacturing, regulatory affairs and commercialization of tolerizing therapies developed under the collaboration.
Under the terms of the agreement, Repertoire will receive an upfront payment of $85 million and up to an additional $1.84 billion for achieving certain development and commercial milestones, as well as tiered royalties on net sales.
Repertoire Immune Medicines is discovering the unique immune codes that determine how we maintain health and respond to disease. Repertoire's proprietary DECODE(tm) platform uniquely elucidates the entire immune synapse, providing a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between T cell receptors and their cognate antigenic epitopes. Repertoire is translating these insights into new and potentially transformative T cell-targeted therapies for the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases via a wholly owned pipeline and via partnerships with Bristol Myers Squibb, Genentech, Pfizer and Eli Lilly and Company. Repertoire was founded in 2019 by Flagship Pioneering. Its team operates from sites in Cambridge, Massachusetts and Zurich.
The Goodwin team was led by Shane Albright and Kingsley Taft, and included Stephanie Richards, Minji Kim and Carrie Clowney.
For more information on the deal, please read the press release.
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Original text here: https://www.goodwinlaw.com/en/news-and-events/news/2026/01/announcements-lifesciences-goodwin-guides-repertoire
Four Husch Blackwell Attorneys Nominated for 2026 Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Programs
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Jan. 30 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Four Husch Blackwell Attorneys Nominated for 2026 Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Programs
National law firm Husch Blackwell is pleased to announce that four of its attorneys have been selected to participate in two Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) programs for 2026.
Chicago Office Managing Partner Nida Ghaffar and Kansas City-based partner Christina Engle have been selected as Husch Blackwell's 2026 LCLD Fellows nominees. Ghaffar is a transactional real estate attorney,
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Jan. 30 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Four Husch Blackwell Attorneys Nominated for 2026 Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Programs
National law firm Husch Blackwell is pleased to announce that four of its attorneys have been selected to participate in two Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) programs for 2026.
Chicago Office Managing Partner Nida Ghaffar and Kansas City-based partner Christina Engle have been selected as Husch Blackwell's 2026 LCLD Fellows nominees. Ghaffar is a transactional real estate attorney,who focuses her practice on real estate acquisitions and dispositions, retail, industrial, and office leasing agreements, condominium developments, and real estate financing. Engle is a commercial litigator, who represents clients in a broad range of cases, including workplace injuries, employment issues, premises liability, insurance and indemnity obligations, non-compete enforcement, and intellectual property rights.
Chengzhuo He, an associate in Kansas City, and Mason Quinones, an associate in Denver, have been named 2026 LCLD Pathfinders. Chengzhuo He is a labor and employment attorney, who represents multistate employers in a wide range of labor and employment law matters as well as regularly advises employers on labor and employment issues in M&A transactions. Quinones assists clients with real estate transactions and renewable energy deals.
Recognized as LCLD's flagship program, the Fellows Program provides mid-career, high-potential attorneys with leadership training, professional and personal development opportunities, and other career building offerings.
The Pathfinder Program, designed for early-career attorneys recognized as emerging leaders, offers participants essential tools to leverage professional networks, build leadership skills, and otherwise bolster their legal careers.
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Original text here: https://www.huschblackwell.com/inthenews/four-husch-blackwell-attorneys-nominated-for-2026-leadership-council-on-legal-diversity-programs
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath Issues Commentary: EU Deforestation Regulation Reset - Simplified Compliance and Extended Implementation
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 30 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Jan. 29, 2026, by associate Paige Le Brocq and partner Melanie Wadsworth:
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EU Deforestation Regulation Reset: Simplified Compliance and Extended Implementation
What the Amended Regulation Means for Scope, Due Diligence, and Timelines
At a Glance
* On 4 December 2025, the Council of the EU and the European Parliament reached a provisional agreement to revise the EU Deforestation Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/1115, EUDR) (the Provisional Agreement).
* The Provisional Agreement
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 30 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Jan. 29, 2026, by associate Paige Le Brocq and partner Melanie Wadsworth:
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EU Deforestation Regulation Reset: Simplified Compliance and Extended Implementation
What the Amended Regulation Means for Scope, Due Diligence, and Timelines
At a Glance
* On 4 December 2025, the Council of the EU and the European Parliament reached a provisional agreement to revise the EU Deforestation Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/1115, EUDR) (the Provisional Agreement).
* The Provisional Agreementnarrowed the scope of application, simplified compliance for many operators, and extended key implementation deadlines.
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EUDR Recap
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) was adopted in 2023 to restrict the sale or exportation of certain commodities unless they are:
i. Deforestation-free.
ii. Produced in compliance with the relevant laws of the country of origin.
iii. Covered by a due diligence statement (DDS) confirming that the business has checked the origin of the products and that they meet EUDR requirements.
EUDR commodities cover key agricultural goods -- cattle, cocoa, coffee, palm oil, rubber, soy, and timber -- plus some of their derivatives (such as leather, chocolate, or paper).
All operators in a supply chain involving EUDR commodities (including traders, distributors, and downstream handlers), were expected to submit their own DDS.
The Amended Regulation: Key Changes
Streamlined Due Diligence Obligations
Under the Amended Regulation, DDS requirements now apply only to first-in-line operators, meaning only operators who first place a product on the EU market. Subsequent operators will no longer be required to file an independent DDS; only the first downstream operators will have to keep and pass on the reference number of the initial DDS. This change significantly reduces repetitive reporting across supply chains, which industry stakeholders have consistently highlighted as an unnecessary compliance burden.
Extended Compliance Timelines
Following widespread calls from industry and Member States for additional time to address technical and operational challenges associated with the EUDR's implementation, the main compliance dates have shifted under the Amended Regulation as follows:
Operators ... Current Application Timeframe ... Revised Application Timeframe
Large- and medium-sized ... 30 December 2025 ... 30 December 2026
Micro and small ... 30 June 2026 ... 30 June 2027
Adjusted Scope
Notably, the core commodities list remains intact under the Amended Regulation, however, several paper derivatives (including printed books, brochures, leaflets, newspapers, journals, periodicals, and similar printed materials) have been removed from the scope of the EUDR due to their lower risk of deforestation. Significantly, paper, printed cartons, wallpaper, stationary, diaries, and labels remain within scope, unless they are fully recycled.
Broadened Definition of Micro and Small Operators
The Amended Regulation expands the definition of micro and small primary operators so that those able to demonstrate that the parts of their balance sheet total, net turnover, and average number of employees which relate to the relevant commodities and the relevant products do not exceed the limits for at least two of the three criteria set out below will be treated as micro and small primary operators:
Micro-undertakings
a. Balance sheet total: EUR350,000
b. Net turnover: EUR 700,000
c. Average number of employees during the financial year: 10
Small undertakings
a. Balance sheet total: EUR4,000,000
b. Net turnover: EUR 8,000,000
c. Average number of employees during the financial year: 50
Simplified Reporting for Micro and Small Operators
To address the disproportionate impact on smaller entities, under the Amended Regulation, micro and small primary operators will only submit a one-off simplified declaration, with no obligation to update it. This measure seeks to maintain traceability while reducing the administrative load for smaller organisations.
Micro and small primary operators will also have the option to replace the required geolocation information with the postal address of the plots of land or establishment concerned, provided that the postal address clearly corresponds to the geographic location of the same.
Review Clause
The Amended Regulation includes a review clause requiring the European Commission to assess the EUDR's administrative burden and effectiveness, with a report due by 30 April 2026. Importantly, the Commission will be required to outline possible ways to address any issues identified, including through technical guidelines, upgrades to the IT system, delegated or implementing acts, and, where appropriate, a legislative proposal.
Impact on Market Participants
* First-in-line operators (i.e., those introducing in-scope products into the EU market) will become the central compliance anchors for EUDR due diligence, responsible for preparing and submitting the key DDS.
* Downstream operators (i.e., those placing on the market products incorporating inputs already covered by a DDS) will need to adjust internal processes to capture and retain DDS reference numbers rather than conducting their own detailed due diligence exercise or making their own DDS statement. Where operators are relying on an upstream DDS, they should still assess supplier maturity by verifying that the supplier can provide a valid DDS for the relevant EUDR product and spot checking the accuracy and completeness of the information provided.
Next Steps and Outlook
The one-year postponement will provide businesses with valuable time to reinforce internal processes, assess supply chain risks, train suppliers, and refine controls. Downstream operators should use this time to prepare for engagement with the simplified process and to adapt existing supply-chain documentation and IT systems to facilitate the new reference-number system.
We are following the simplification review and will report further once the findings are published later this spring.
The material contained in this communication is informational, general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. The material contained in this communication should not be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specific circumstances. This communication was published on the date specified and may not include any changes in the topics, laws, rules or regulations covered. Receipt of this communication does not establish an attorney-client relationship. In some jurisdictions, this communication may be considered attorney advertising.
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Meet the Authors
Paige Le Brocq
Associate
London
+44 (0) 20 7450 4556
paige.lebrocq@faegredrinker.com
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Melanie Wadsworth
Partner
London
+44 (0) 20 7450 4560
melanie.wadsworth@faegredrinker.com
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Original text here: https://www.faegredrinker.com/en/insights/publications/2026/1/eu-deforestation-regulation-reset-simplified-compliance-and-extended-implementation
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Dentons Canada Welcomes 10 Lawyers to the Partnership in 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons Canada welcomes 10 lawyers to the partnership in 2026
Dentons, Canada's Global Law Firm, is pleased to announce the admission of 10 exceptional lawyers to the partnership, effective February 1, 2026.
"Our new partners exemplify the values that define our Firm: legal and business acumen, integrity, collaboration and an unwavering focus on client service excellence," said Tim Haney, CEO of Dentons Canada. "Their partnership admissions reflect more than individual achievement--they represent our ongoing investment
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons Canada welcomes 10 lawyers to the partnership in 2026
Dentons, Canada's Global Law Firm, is pleased to announce the admission of 10 exceptional lawyers to the partnership, effective February 1, 2026.
"Our new partners exemplify the values that define our Firm: legal and business acumen, integrity, collaboration and an unwavering focus on client service excellence," said Tim Haney, CEO of Dentons Canada. "Their partnership admissions reflect more than individual achievement--they represent our ongoing investmentin leadership, innovation and delivering outstanding value to our clients across Canada and around the world. I look forward to the continued impact they'll have at Dentons and in the communities we serve."
The newly admitted partners for 2026 are:
Corporate
* Matthew Bennett, Calgary
* Dan Cerchia, Calgary
* Sabrina Mach, Montreal
Employment and Labour
* Simmy Sahdra, Toronto
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
* Mark A. Glynn, Toronto
* Steven Latos, Calgary
* Jaclyn Vanstone, Vancouver
Real Estate
* Jenna Weinkauf, Edmonton
* Jeff Wong, Vancouver
Regulatory
* Sean Stephenson, Toronto
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About Dentons
Redefining possibilities. Together, everywhere. For more information visit dentons.com
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Original text here: https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/news-events-and-awards/news/2026/january/dentons-canada-welcomes-10-lawyers-to-the-partnership-in-2026
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Bilott's Recent Media On PFAS Dangers
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Bilott's Recent Media On PFAS Dangers
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Taft partner Rob Bilott was interviewed in a new video/film, participated in a podcast, and was mentioned in articles on the dangers of PFAS:
* " Episode 2: A flash of genius," NHPR.
* " Citizens ask their municipality to purchase only PFAS-free products," Trouw Online.
* " How Corporations Are Secretly Poisoning Our Food Supply," YouTube.
* " This one company poisoned the whole world and they called it progress,"Cynicy.
* " No
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Bilott's Recent Media On PFAS Dangers
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Taft partner Rob Bilott was interviewed in a new video/film, participated in a podcast, and was mentioned in articles on the dangers of PFAS:
* " Episode 2: A flash of genius," NHPR.
* " Citizens ask their municipality to purchase only PFAS-free products," Trouw Online.
* " How Corporations Are Secretly Poisoning Our Food Supply," YouTube.
* " This one company poisoned the whole world and they called it progress,"Cynicy.
* " Nowoman should have to walk around with a rejected implant against her will," De Volkskrant.
* " Environmental organisations start lawsuit against the Dutch State over PFAS emissions," Water News Europe.
Dubbed by The New York Times Magazine as " The Lawyer Who Became DuPont's Worst Nightmare " in an article published on Jan. 6, 2016, Bilott has represented a diverse array of clients, nationwide, who have been harmed by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as "Forever Chemicals." His work is the subject of a recent feature film, "Dark Waters," and the documentaries "The Devil We Know," "Burned- Protecting the Protectors," and "Revealed: How to Poison A Planet," and is detailed in his book, "Exposure: Poisoned Water, Corporate Greed, and One Lawyer's Twenty-year Battle Against DuPont." Bilott is a member of Taft's Environmental, Litigation, and Product Liability and Personal Injury practices and is a board member of Less Cancer.
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Original text here: https://www.taftlaw.com/news-events/news/bilott-recent-media-on-the-dangers-of-pfas-2/
