WA Supreme Court Reinstates $185M Verdict in Sky Valley PCB Litigation
A landmark reinstatement of a massive jury verdict against Pharmacia (Bayer/Monsanto) regarding toxic PCB exposure in public schools. This case clarifies manufacturer accountability for latent toxic hazards.
AG Secures Major Settlement Against FPI Management for Senior Housing Negligence
The Washington Attorney General resolved allegations of systemic maintenance failures and “resort-style” deceptive marketing in senior complexes. Property managers are held strictly liable for habitability.
High Court Clarifies ‘Reasonable Foreseeability’ in Galassi v. Lowe’s Ruling
A critical decision expanding the notice requirement exception to falling merchandise in “big-box” stores. It shifts the burden to retailers to address inherent risks of self-service models.
$500k Sanctions Upheld Against Climbing Gym Manufacturer in Vandivere Dispute
Appeals court reinforces the “non-delegable duty” of facility owners regarding equipment safety. Significant penalties were upheld for discovery concealment in an auto-belay failure case.
Landmark Asbestos Ruling: Supreme Court Overturns Immunity in Cockrum v. Murphy
A major shift allowing employees with latent diseases to sue employers directly if hazards were knowingly maintained. Workplace premises are no longer shielded by IIA immunity in cases of “virtual certainty.”
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