Litigation Targeting Plastics Manufacturers

As we continue to see a rise in litigation related to plastic pollution, plastic manufacturers must remain prepared and should carefully follow the different kinds of claims to see which ones are ultimately more successful.

Litigation surrounding plastics and microplastics has increased significantly in recent years due to growing concerns over plastic pollution. While some state governments have implemented bans or restrictions on certain plastic products, such as prohibiting microbeads in personal care products and enacting extended producer responsibility laws, the growing trend in plastics litigation extends beyond these actions. State attorneys general, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and private party plaintiffs have tried various approaches and continue to develop new legal theories to hold consumer products, resin, and packaging manufacturers responsible for plastic pollution. These suits include citizen suits, public nuisance claims, and