As noted, Judge Stanton dismissed the complaint with prejudice. Although this is an unusual step in a false advertising class action, this case turned on the plain meaning of the product label. No amendment to the pleadings could change the fact that Monini’s product label accurately disclosed its contents. … [Read more...] about Truffle Kerfuffle: Truffle Lawsuit Not on the Menu for Plaintiffs
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What a nutritionist wants you to know about pesticides and produce
Still, it’s worrisome to read headlines raising concerns around pesticide risk, such as the recent study linking pesticide exposure with poorer pregnancy outcomes among women being treated for infertility. Though this may raise some red flags, Winter again takes a more scientific view. The researchers used a similar system of identifying pesticide residue as the EWG — a system that many scientists call into question because it doesn’t address actual amounts of chemicals detected. And though it didn’t make headlines, he points out that women who consumed more high-pesticide residue produce were also more likely to eat organic produce. In other words, they were eating lots of fruits and vegetables on both sides of the aisle. … [Read more...] about What a nutritionist wants you to know about pesticides and produce
US Marijuana Companies Go Public in Canada
In recent months, prominent U.S. pot companies including MedMen, Liberty Health Care, and Chalice Farms have listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange, raising capital and drawing attention from wealthy investors in Asia, Europe and Australia who want to make a play in the cannabis industry but are spooked by the U.S. federal prohibition. … [Read more...] about US Marijuana Companies Go Public in Canada