The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a significant new regulation on April 10, 2024, aimed at protecting public health from harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals found in drinking water. This rule, known as the National Primary...
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Driving Forward: The Future of Autonomous Vehicles
As the presence of autonomous vehicles becomes increasingly common on the road, there are several challenges accompanying the advancement of this technology that need to be considered not only by the industry but also by every driver sharing the road with these...
Addressing Climate Risk: “The Hidden Cost of Delaying Climate Action for West Coast Insurance Markets”
In a significant stride towards climate resilience, a recent report offers comprehensive insights into the investment landscape of insurers licensed in California, Oregon, and Washington. Deep analysis sheds light on the potential financial losses insurance companies...
EPA Issues New Regulation to Prevent Inactive PFAS from Reentering Commerce
On January 8, 2024, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a significant step in environmental protection with the finalization of a rule preventing the manufacture or processing of 329 per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) known as "inactive...
What California employment law will look like in 2024
California has a reputation as a national leader in labor rights and employee protections. Companies must follow the legal guidelines to stay compliant and protect their place in one of the country’s largest and most lucrative markets. As we reach the last month of...
Senate Budget Committee Investigates Climate Change-Fueled Insurance Crisis
In a recent press release dated November 2, 2023, the Senate Budget Committee, led by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), launched an investigation into the challenges faced by insurance companies due to mounting climate change risks. The...
EPA Finalizes Rule to Strengthen PFAS Reporting
On October 20, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a groundbreaking final rule that enhances the reporting requirements for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI). PFAS, often referred to as "forever...
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Four Equity Partners Recognized as 2023 Northern California Super Lawyers
The 2023 Super Lawyers list features four Edlin Gallagher Huie + Blum equity partners. Included among them are Fred M. Blum, Noel Edlin, Jeremy D. Huie, and Erin K. Poppler. Huie, and Poppler were selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list in previous years. Blum...
Erin K. Poppler Joins the National Association of Women Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO, California, January 18, 2023 -- Equity partner Erin K. Poppler has joined the National Association of Women Lawyers (“NAWL”) as a Co-Chair of the organization’s Women in Environmental & Energy Law Affinity Group. Poppler will bring to her role at...
Blum and Gallagher Obtain Defense Verdict in Jury Trial
On November 10, 2022 a jury awarded a defense verdict to EGHB’s client, Domino’s Pizza, LLC and So-Cal Dominoids, Inc. in the personal injury case Thomas v. Heys. By effectively distilling the complex scientific, mechanical, and medical issues involved in this...
Edlin Gallagher Huie + Blum Named to Bloomberg Law’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Framework
Edlin Gallagher Huie + Blum Among 43 U.S.-Based Firms Recognized for Strong Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) San Francisco, Ca. and Arlington, Va. (August 11, 2022) — Edlin Gallagher Huie + Blum (“EGHB”) has been named to Bloomberg Law’s second...
Edlin, Huie, and Blum Recognized as 2022 Super Lawyers
The 2022 Super Lawyers list features Noel Edlin, Jeremy D. Huie, and Fred M. Blum. Edlin has been recognized as a Northern California Super Lawyer in Environmental Litigation every year since 2006. Huie was designated a Rising Star from 2009-2012, and as a Northern...
Erin K. Poppler Interviewed by SF Examiner about CEQA Delays
EGHB partner Erin K. Poppler spoke with SF Examiner reporter Benjamin Schneider about how CEQA is delaying a Whole Foods development at Masonic and Geary in San Francisco. Read more