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Baron & Budd Files Suit Against Ahlstrom Rhinelander LLC and 3M Company for PFAS Water Contamination in Oneida County

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Friday, August 11, 2023

alongside Cossich, Sumich, Parsiola & Taylor, LLC, and Crooks Law Firm S.C., have filed a class action lawsuit against Ahlstrom Rhinelander LLC and 3M Company for their roles in contaminating private well drinking water in Oneida County.

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alongside Cossich, Sumich, Parsiola & Taylor, LLC, and Crooks Law Firm S.C., have filed a class action lawsuit against Ahlstrom Rhinelander LLC and 3M Company for their roles in contaminating private well drinking water in Oneida County.
The suit was filed on August 9, 2023 in the United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin (Case no.
The lawsuit alleges that the application of Ahlstrom’s waste from a paper mill onto farmland in Oneida County caused extensive and severe contamination in private well water.
“For years, Ahlstrom and its predecessors dumped millions of pounds of waste containing hazardous chemicals on farmland throughout the Town of Stella and Oneida County.

Baron & Budd Investigates Potential Carbon Market Fraud Cases

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Friday, June 23, 2023

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“The CFTC knows that whistleblowers are essential in the identification and investigation of carbon market fraud and manipulation,” said Baron & Budd shareholder Will Powers .

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“The CFTC knows that whistleblowers are essential in the identification and investigation of carbon market fraud and manipulation,” said Baron & Budd shareholder Will Powers .
They provide a framework for trading carbon credits or allowances, which represent a certain quantity of carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases.
The basic concept behind carbon markets is to create a financial incentive for organizations to reduce their carbon emissions.
If you are aware of carbon market fraud violations, please contact our whistleblower attorneys to learn more about your potential case.

Baron & Budd Obtains Historic $12.5 Billion Settlement With 3M Company to Resolve PFAS Contamination Suits

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

Today, the nationally recognized law firm Baron & Budd announced that 3M Company has agreed to pay up to a record $12.5 Billion nationwide class settlement with public water systems that detect PFAS chemicals in their drinking water supplies.

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Today, the nationally recognized law firm Baron & Budd announced that 3M Company has agreed to pay up to a record $12.5 Billion nationwide class settlement with public water systems that detect PFAS chemicals in their drinking water supplies.
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are man-made chemicals that are used in the manufacturing of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF).
Baron & Budd shareholder Scott Summy is court appointed co-lead counsel and one of the architects of the comprehensive settlement structure that addresses PFAS in public water systems across the country.
Many of the suits allege that the use of AFFF was a primary source of the PFAS contamination.

Baron & Budd and Cossich, Sumich, Parsiola & Taylor Obtain Historic $12.5 Billion Settlement with 3M Company to Resolve PFAS Contamination Suits for Public Water Providers

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

“Everyone deserves access to clean drinking water --- PFAS contamination is the largest drinking water crisis in the country and this settlement will help millions of Americans finally achieve this basic right,” said Christina Cossich.

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Baron & Budd shareholder Scott Summy is court appointed co-lead counsel and one of the architects of the comprehensive settlement structure that addresses PFAS in public water systems across the country.
Cossich, Sumich, Parsiola & Taylor partners Christina Cossich and Phil Cossich, Jr. teamed with Summy to develop this historic settlement.
These funds will aid public water systems in meeting proposed federal standards that impose significant restrictions on PFAS levels in drinking water.
"We have achieved a historic milestone with the largest-ever settlement in American history specifically aimed at addressing PFAS contamination in public drinking water systems.

Baron & Budd Obtains $7.25 Million Settlement on Behalf of City of Weed for Mill Fire

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

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The City of Weed has fewer than 3,000 residents with an annual operating budget between $3.5 million to $4 million.

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The City of Weed has fewer than 3,000 residents with an annual operating budget between $3.5 million to $4 million.
“We worked directly with Roseburg’s attorneys without litigation to negotiate this settlement for the City of Weed,” said Baron & Budd Shareholder, John Fiske .
The City of Weed was represented by John Fiske, Torri Sherlin, and Taylor O’Neal of Baron & Budd, PC, and Ed Diab and Rob Chambers of Dixon Diab & Chambers, LLP.
The City of Weed is represented by City Attorney David Ruderman of Colantuono Highsmith & Whatley, PC.

City of Weed, Roseburg Agree to $7.25 million Mill Fire Settlement

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

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WEED, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The City of Weed and Roseburg Forest Products have agreed to a $7.25 million settlement resolving claims from the 2022 Mill Fire, which will support the rebuild of the City's damaged infrastructure and help the community rebuild.

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"This settlement will help the City of Weed recover from the devastating effects of the Mill Fire," said Tim Rundel, Weed City Manager.
"Roseburg's compensation to the city will help restore the community and rebuild Lincoln Heights.
"We are deeply grateful to the City of Weed and its leadership for their detailed and diligent work on this settlement," said Pete Hillan, a Roseburg spokesperson.
The City of Weed has fewer than 3,000 residents with an annual operating budget between $3.5 million to $4 million.

Baron & Budd Obtains Record $500 Million Settlement Against Walgreens in New Mexico AG Opioid Suit

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Friday, June 9, 2023

This Walgreens settlement in New Mexico is one of the largest separate settlements obtained from a single opioid defendant in the country and the largest settlement obtained from a single defendant by the attorney general in the State’s history.

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This Walgreens settlement in New Mexico is one of the largest separate settlements obtained from a single opioid defendant in the country and the largest settlement obtained from a single defendant by the attorney general in the State’s history.
As a result, Walgreens dispensed millions of potentially harmful opioids into communities across New Mexico.
The settlement requires Walgreens to pay for abatement of the opioid epidemic created by the oversupply of prescription opioids into the State.
Baron & Budd attorneys represent municipalities, states, cities, counties, and tribal nations across the country in the complex opioid litigation.

Baron & Budd Obtains Massive $1.1 Billion Settlement With DuPont to Resolve “Forever Chemicals” Contamination Suits

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Friday, June 2, 2023

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are man-made chemicals that are used to create many nonstick, stain resistant, and waterproof products.

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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are man-made chemicals that are used to create many nonstick, stain resistant, and waterproof products.
Baron & Budd Shareholder Scott Summy is court appointed co-lead counsel and one of the architects of a comprehensive structure that addresses PFAS nationwide in Public Water Systems.
“This is an impressive step toward righting a corporate wrong that threatened the health of all Americans,” said Baron & Budd shareholder Scott Summy.
Many of the suits allege that the use of AFFF was a primary source of the PFAS contamination.

Hagens Berman: Hyundai, Kia Theft Class-Action Lawsuit Reaches Settlement Valued at More Than $200 Million

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

According to the lawsuit, in addition to the lack of an immobilizer, design flaws in the affected vehicles also allow thieves to steal them in less than 90 seconds.

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According to the lawsuit, in addition to the lack of an immobilizer, design flaws in the affected vehicles also allow thieves to steal them in less than 90 seconds.
If you purchased or leased a 2011-2022 Hyundai or Kia with a traditional “insert-and-turn” steel key ignition system, click here to find out more about the lawsuit.
Attorneys say the settlement has been designed to address a multitude of situations faced by owners of affected vehicles, which total 9 million – 4.5 million Hyundais and 4.5 million Kias.
Kia vehicles eligible for the software upgrade include: 2011-2022 Kia Sportage, 2011-2022 Kia Sorento, 2021-2022 Kia K5, 2011-2021 Kia Sedona, 2014-2021 Kia Forte, 2012-2021 Kia Rio, 2021-2022 Kia Seltos, 2011-2020 Kia Optima and 2020-2022 Kia Soul.

Hyundai Motor America and Kia America Resolve Consumer Litigation in Response to Vehicle Thefts

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

The Court is expected to review the proposed settlement of the matter (In re: Kia Hyundai Vehicle Theft Marketing, Sales Practices, and Products Liab.

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The Court is expected to review the proposed settlement of the matter (In re: Kia Hyundai Vehicle Theft Marketing, Sales Practices, and Products Liab.
Following historically low rates of theft among Hyundai and Kia vehicles, thefts spiked in the summer of 2022 in response to videos posted by car thieves on TikTok and other social media channels in what became known as the "Kia Challenge.
Hyundai and Kia have urged TikTok and others to have the illicit content removed in accordance with the platforms' terms of service and community standards.
All Hyundai and Kia vehicles produced since November 2021 are equipped with an engine immobilizer as standard equipment.