Farella's Environmental Law department has extensive experience assisting clients with compliance and litigation under federal and state consumer protection laws, including California's Proposition 65. We draw on our considerable resources, including our experience as seasoned federal and state court trial attorneys, our work with clients on product stewardship, regulatory compliance and liability issues, and our experience with technical, scientific and toxicological evidence and consultants. Farella's Proposition 65 expertise is proven by the regular requests for attorneys to author articles and frequently speak at conferences on issues relating to Proposition 65. In 2007, The American Apparel and Footwear Association and the Hosiery Association chose Farella as their product advisory counsel.  In this relationship, we assist the membership of both associations with Proposition 65 and other product laws.

Clients rely on us for informed, creative, business-oriented strategies to protect their interests and accomplish their objectives. We have successfully opposed plaintiff organizations and law firms that have made Proposition 65 their business model and seek to impose product reformulation requirements and extract "bounty hunter" fees.

Collectively, Farella's attorneys' have experience with consumer, occupational and environmental exposure and discharge claims and compliance issues under Proposition 65, among other state and federal environmental, health and product safety statutes. We have represented clients from all sectors of the economy, including manufacturers, distributors, retailers, trade associations, refiners, restaurants, food and beverage suppliers, building owners, developers, employers and other companies doing business in California.

Our Proposition 65 experience goes beyond the negotiating table into the courtroom when litigation is necessary, including litigating Proposition 65 matters against the California Attorney Generals office. Our experience is specific; key to successful defense is quickly determining actions and reactions to address the individualized risk associated with the product. Risks are both financial to the bottom line and public relations, which can irreparably taint a product or corporate brand in the minds of the consumer. A win in court may not be a win in the court of public opinion. Understanding risks requires early case assessment, pushing for settlement and ensuring confidentiality as much as possible.

Firm Highlights

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Quick Tip: State Filings in Massachusetts and Connecticut

Welcome to  EO Radio Show – Your Nonprofit Legal Resource.  I'm Cynthia Rowland, and episode 55 is the sixth in a series of Quick Tip episodes focusing on the details of state registration of...

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Chris Locke Recognized for Jack London State Historic Park Pro Bono Work

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Real Estate Leasing Tips for Nonprofits

Welcome to  EO Radio Show – Your Nonprofit Legal Resource . I'm Cynthia Rowland, and today, we are lucky to have Farella real estate partner Quinn Arntsen with us to talk about leasing issues for...

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Nonprofit Tenants and Lease Agreements: Best Practices and Pitfalls to Avoid

Welcome to  EO Radio Show – Your Nonprofit Legal Resource . I'm Cynthia Rowland, and today, we are again lucky to have Farella real estate partner Quinn Arntsen with us to talk about leasing...

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CalCPA Wine Industry Conference 2023

Holly Sutton and Rebecca Stephens are speakers at the CalCPA Wine Industry Conference 2023 for the session "Labor Law Update." Session Overview: Explore the critical distinctions between employees and contractors, delve into wage and hour regulations, gain...

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All the Legalese: What You Need to Know About the New Pay Transparency Law and Other Legal Updates

Holly Sutton is a Winejobs.com 2023 HR Summit speaker for the session "All the Legalese: What You Need to Know About the New Pay Transparency Law and Other Legal Updates." Session Overview: It can be...

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Who’s Who Legal 2023 Recognizes Farella Lawyers

Six Farella Braun + Martel lawyers have been recommended by Who’s Who Legal 2023 as leading practitioners in their fields. Who’s Who Legal – Environment 2023 James Colopy Robert Hines David Lazerwitz Chris Locke...

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IRS Moves to Target Wealthy Taxpayers in Historic Compliance Drive

This month, the IRS announced that it is using the long-term funding approved by Congress through the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 to shift its attention to wealthy taxpayers in an effort to “identify sophisticated...

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19th Annual Renewable Energy Law Conference

Dirk Mueller is speaking at the 19 th Annual Renewable Energy Law Conference on "Mineral Issues’ Impact on Real Estate Documents, Siting and Planning: Texas vs. California."

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Farella Braun + Martel Ranked in Chambers High Net Worth 2023

Farella Braun + Martel is pleased to announce that our Private Client Industry Group and Family Wealth Partner Mark Weaver were recognized in Chambers High Net Worth (HNW) Guide 2023 in the Private Wealth...

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