Close on the heels of the verdict in the Rhode Island paint retrial (Feb. 23; PoL Feb. 17) comes more bad news for companies that once manufactured lead paint: an appeals court has reinstated the lawsuit against them filed by various California counties and local governments. The suit seeks money for, among other things, the removal of lead paint in government buildings and low-income housing. (“Suit Against Makers of Lead Paint Is Reinstated”, Reuters/Los Angeles Times, Mar 4)(opinion in PDF format)(hat tip: Jane Genova).
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Lead paint follies
Coming soon to New Jersey, if Motley Rice has its way. More here, here, etc….
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