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American Association for Justice
Coverage of American Association for Justice in the Nexus archive.
- The quiet push to shield pesticide makers from lawsuits
A coalition of chemical manufacturers and industry groups has launched a national effort since 2024 to pass 'immunity laws' shielding pesticide companies from lawsuits, despite growing evidence linking pesticides to health issues like cancer and Parkinson's disease. Over 57,000 pesticide products are registered in the U.S., and opponents argue EPA-approved labels are insufficient to protect users from undisclosed risks.