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The Plastics Problem In Massachusetts Part II: Plastic Bags

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In my October 2023 blog post about  “The Plastics Problem in Massachusetts,”  I noted that environmental and some mainstream groups have been attacking traditional recycling of plastics in an effort to stop the manufacture of...more

Jenner & Block

Earth Week 2024—Planet Versus Plastic—The Final Round—The Courts’ Referee Role

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As we wrap up our week-long celebration of Earth Day with insightful articles focusing on various aspects of plastic pollution, this final article focuses on how the courts are being asked to step into ring and referee the...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Environmental Law

More Litigation Concerning Plastic Pollution: Can Claims Be Both Novel and Traditional at the Same Time?

Last month, I advised plastics manufacturers to prepare for more litigation.  Although I am generally loath to speculate, it already looks as though this prediction is coming true.  Earlier this month, PennEnvironment and...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Environmental Law

Is Litigation the Solution to Plastic Pollution?

Earlier this week, New York State Attorney General Letitia James filed suit against PepsiCo.  At the core of the case are allegations that PepsiCo.’s widespread use of single-use plastics has created or contributed to a...more

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