Does Smoking Cause Disease Debate Roils In Knoxville Trial
In a Knoxville federal court the second day of a $55 million suit against RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co focused on whether smoking directly causes health disorders. Experts admitted no proven causal link between smoking and disease, while Roysdon claims his smoking caused vascular illness and led to leg amputation. The trial tests the conduct of tobacco makers versus claimed defects in their products with jurors hearing testimony from surgeons and witnesses.
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Cancer death cover up claims at Rohm & Haas Philadelphia plant
A labor group accuses Rohm & Haas of hiding cancer deaths tied to exposure to CME and BCME at the Philadelphia plant. OSHA cited the firm for six serious violations and proposed fines after inspections through November. The company disputes many citations and plans talks with OSHA, noting past measures and compensation offered to affected workers and families.
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Rohm & Haas
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Jack Pounds
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