Whenever there is the prospect of a large litigation involving significant numbers of plaintiffs, the question of whether to move for a multi-district litigation (MDL) invariably arises. On the one hand, MDLs can provide a useful process to streamline pretrial proceedings before a single judge in one court, ensuring consistent application of law and coordination in discovery and motion practice. On the other, MDLs can encourage the filing of significant numbers of cases with […]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often dubbed “forever chemicals,” continue to be a major focus of environmental regulation across the United States. At least 10 states have enacted prohibitions on sales of certain products containing PFAS, such as in carpets and rugs and personal care products. Several states have enacted very broad prohibitions affecting a substantial number of consumer use product categories; New Mexico is the most recent to join the ranks of a […]