Michael A. Fazio, Associate, Dechert LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Demystifying Recent Trends in PFAS Litigation

Top Quote The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory-focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael A. Fazio, Associate, Dechert LLP will speak at its webcast entitled, “Demystifying Recent Trends in PFAS Litigation: Product Liability and Beyond.” End Quote
  • (1888PressRelease) August 27, 2024 - This event is scheduled for September 11, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (ET).

    For further details, please visit:
    https://knowledgewebcasts.com/know-portfolio/demystifying-products-liability-law-cle/

    About Michael A. Fazio

    Michael A. Fazio practices in a wide variety of litigation areas with a particular focus on mass torts and products liability litigation. He has substantial experience in defending complex class actions, including those involving claims for medical monitoring, property damage and consumer fraud. Mr. Fazio’s clients include companies from the performance materials, consumer goods and pharmaceutical industries.

    Mr. Fazio has experience with many aspects of litigation strategy, including fact discovery, expert discovery, motions practice and appeals. In addition, he is well-versed in developing expert witnesses and preparing company witnesses for depositions. Further, he frequently prepares partners and senior attorneys for court hearings and advises them on various legal matters concerning class certification, civil procedure and attorney-client privilege.

    About Dechert LLP

    Dechert has built a global platform across 21 locations with a singular focus – delivering the highest-quality advice that is actionable, commercial and delivered efficiently.

    Our clients operate in increasingly challenging times. Geopolitical uncertainty, the sheer complexity of modern markets and an ever-changing regulatory environment contribute to a proliferation of commercial and regulatory risks. To navigate these challenges, we deliver sophisticated legal advice, grounded in broad market knowledge, in an agile and intuitive way.

    Event Summary

    Litigation regarding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances has continued to evolve, from product liability to environmental litigation to consumer class actions. Recent and forthcoming regulations continue to add new dimensions, potentially impacting multiple areas of legal practice and a variety of industries. Particularly, these claims have reached across the supply chain, including retailers and distributors, with novel legal theories, further underscoring the need to stay abreast for recent trends in this area.

    James DeMay of Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman, LLC and Michael A. Fazio of Dechert LLP in this CLE webcast as they discuss some recent trends and share insights on how to navigate challenges by recent cases and regulations.

    Key Topics to be Discussed:

     Recent Developments in PFAS Litigation
     Overlap with Regulatory Considerations
     Recent Court Decisions
     Litigation Strategies
     Practical Considerations
     What May Lie Ahead

    About The Knowledge Group

    Founded in November 2006, The Knowledge Group has been at the forefront of providing quality continuing education programs for lawyers, accountants, financial executives, risk and compliance specialists, human resources professionals, technology officers, and business consultants in a wide range of industries.
    The Knowledge Group strives to be the best-in-class provider of continuing education by bringing forth relevant content you can’t get anywhere else.

    Contact:
    Therese Lumbao
    Director, Account Management & Member Services
    The Knowledge Group, LLC
    info ( @ ) theknowledgegroup dot org

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