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Catherina D. Narigon And L. Claire Hansen, “Plastics Industry Faces Rising Tide Of Litigation, Regulation And Reputational Risk,” Chemical Processing, May 13, 2026.
The plastics industry faces mounting pressure from evolving regulations, litigation risks, and public scrutiny over environmental impacts and product labeling. Legal challenges range from environmental violations and pollution claims to consumer protection allegations regarding misleading sustainability claims and product composition disclosures. As new claims emerge daily, stakeholders must navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape that threatens both financial resources and consumer trust.
United States Environment
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Bergeson & Campbell
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New Jersey’s Recent “Protecting Against Forever Chemicals Act” Aims To Curb PFAS Exposure From Certain Consumer Products
New Jersey's Protecting Against Forever Chemicals Act prohibits intentionally added PFAS in consumer products like cosmetics, carpets, and food packaging starting January 2028, while imposing strict labeling requirements for cookware manufacturers. The legislation establishes comprehensive enforcement mechanisms with civil penalties up to $25,000 per day and mandates state-level source reduction programs and environmental monitoring.
United States Environment
BI
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
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ECHA Will Hold Webinar On PFAS Restriction On May 7, 2026
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) will host a webinar on May 7, 2026, presenting the Risk Assessment Committee's final opinion and the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee's draft opinion on the proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The session will cover hazards, emissions, risks, alternatives, and socio-economic impacts, with a live Q&A period for stakeholders to engage with ECHA experts on this significant regulatory development.
United States Environment
BC
Bergeson & Campbell
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FAO Development Law Service Will Hold April 30 Webinar On The Rights Of Nature
The Food and Agriculture Organization's Development Law Service is hosting a webinar to explore the emerging legal concept of Rights of Nature and its intersection with critical areas including water resources, Indigenous Peoples' rights, biodiversity, and sustainable food systems. Legal experts will provide analytical insights through case studies and examine how this evolving framework connects to FAO's mandate for environmental protection and land tenure.
Worldwide Environment
BC
Bergeson & Campbell
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Texas AG Investigates Lululemon For Potential Presence Of PFAS In Activewear
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Lululemon USA Inc. over potential presence of toxic "forever chemicals" (PFAS) in its athletic apparel, questioning whether the wellness-focused brand has misled health-conscious consumers about product safety. The investigation will examine the company's testing protocols, supply chain practices, and compliance with stated safety standards, while Lululemon maintains it does not use PFAS in its products.
United States Energy
BC
Bergeson & Campbell
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EPA Initiative Intends To Help Proactively Address PFAS In Drinking Water
The EPA has launched PFAS OUTreach to help communities reduce PFOA and PFOS exposure in drinking water ahead of federal compliance deadlines, targeting approximately 3,000 water systems with known contamination challenges. Meanwhile, the agency's spring 2025 regulatory agenda reveals plans to extend compliance deadlines for PFAS drinking water standards and potentially withdraw regulatory determinations for four additional PFAS substances including PFHxS, PFNA, and GenX.
United States Environment
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Bergeson & Campbell
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