Interesting Lawsuits

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Apartment Managers, CA

A group of 57 apartment managers and owners throughout California have
agreed to pay $500,000 to settle litigation over alleged toxic
substance violations. The plaintiffs alleged the apartment owners and
managers failed to warn tenants of hazardous second hand smoke,
fireplace smoke and auto exhaust that could be potentially harmful.
(Oct-30-04)
[SACRAMENTO BEE]

Crompton Corp.

A $97 million settlement is expected in three class action lawsuits
filed on behalf of purchasers of the company’s rubber products.
(Jan-13-05) [Republican-American]

Blue Cross & Blue Shield

A $17.5 million settlement has been reached in the class action
lawsuits filed on behalf of 115,000 customers. The suits alleged that
the company failed to pass along discounts negotiated for prescription
drugs and health services. (Jan-13-04)
[WPRI 12 NEWS]