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Civil Litigation,
Government

May 18, 2018

Two companies remain as defendants in lead paint case following settlement

After nearly two decades of litigation, a paint manufacturer has agreed to pay over $60 million to 10 counties and cities to settle its part in a suit alleging that it knowingly marketed and sold the toxic material.

Two companies remain as defendants in lead paint case following settlement
Santa Clara County Chief Assistant Counsel Greta S. Hansen

After nearly two decades of litigation, a paint manufacturer has agreed to pay over $60 million to 10 counties and cities to settle its part in a suit alleging that it knowingly marketed and sold the toxic material.

Two other companies remain as defendants and may be on the hook for around $700 million, according to Santa Clara County Chief Assistant Counsel Greta S. Hansen.

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