Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP advises manufacturers on complex product liability and mass tort matters across multiple industries. James C. Fitzpatrick represents chemical product manufacturers in claims involving personal injury, property damage, and environmental exposure. Charles Cohen advises on tort litigation for mining companies accused of selling talc products allegedly linked to mesothelioma and ovarian cancer. Both co-lead the team. Daniel Weiner represents mobile telecom manufacturers in cases alleging brain tumors resulting from exposure to radiation emitted by phone handsets. All three are based in New York. In Kansas City, David Woods defends tobacco companies, including Japan Tobacco, in matters involving complex medical issues, and advises food and beverage clients on litigation risks related to alcohol-related health claims, mislabeling allegations, and online gaming product liability arising from alleged addiction.
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Key clients
- Vibrantz Corporation (fka Ferro Corporation)
- Imerys Talc America/Imerys S.A.
- JTI/Liggett
- LG Electronics USA, Inc.
Work highlights
Represented Japan Tobacco Inc., and their newly acquired US tobacco entities, Liggett Group LLC and Vector Tobacco LLC, in tobacco-related litigation across the US.
Practice head
James Fitzpatrick; Charles Cohen
Other key lawyers
Dan Weiner; David Woods