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Families and loved ones of September 11 victims are calling on the current administration to support their efforts to hold Saudi Arabia accountable through a federal lawsuit. The evidence, recognized in federal court, is overwhelming.
November 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
In a recent segment on @cnn.com, Motley Rice attorney and former Inspector General at the U.S. Department of Transportation, Mary Schiavo spoke about the pressing challenges air traffic controllers are facing during the ongoing government shutdown.

Tune in to learn more:
What air traffic controllers truly face during a shutdown this long | CNN
CNN News Central’s Sara Sidner speaks with Mary Schiavo, former inspector general at the U.S. Dept. of Transportation, about what air traffic controllers are facing during this shutdown, and the decis...
www.cnn.com
November 4, 2025 at 3:53 PM
“The FDA’s action underscores what our clients know all too well — aggressive marketing without full disclosure puts patients at serious risk."
September 18, 2025 at 3:38 PM
During the US Senate committee hearing on September 9, 2025, two former Meta safety researchers alleged that Meta covered up potential harms to children stemming from its reality (VR) products.

We applaud the witnesses for their brave testimonies.
September 16, 2025 at 5:48 PM
After decades of litigation, a federal judge has ruled that claims brought by the 9/11 families and victims against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia may proceed.
September 11, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Vision loss is not a side effect; it’s a life-altering complication.

As new research emerges on the risk of Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (NAION) for patients using GLP-1 drugs, the manufactures have both the duty and the power to act.
August 29, 2025 at 5:05 PM
“Today’s landmark decision in the September 11, 2001 case marks an important day for justice. [...]
August 29, 2025 at 12:26 AM
“We're seeing many patients who have been severely harmed by these drugs, and, in fact, we've seen more than a few who have actually died as a result of their injuries." - Motley Rice attorney and co-lead counsel for the GLP-1 MDL, Jonathan Orent.
August 20, 2025 at 8:45 PM
“[The manufacturers] should be ashamed of themselves. They should know how hard it is for people, and how we are out here suffering. Even years later, I’m still suffering.” – Ariane Clayton, one of Motley Rice’s many clients in the MDL hair relaxer litigation.
July 22, 2025 at 2:50 PM
CASE UPDATE: The first paraquat trial in the U.S. is set to go before a jury this October. Motley Rice attorney and Plaintiffs' Liaison Counsel Mike Daly shares insights on this milestone in the Paraquat litigation.
July 18, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Does Boeing have a software issue in their airplanes? Motley Rice aviation attorney and former Inspector General of the United States Department of Transportation Mary Schiavo discussed the Air India Flight AI-171 crash with The Sunday Guardian.
July 2, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Motley Rice aviation attorney and @cnn.com analyst Mary Schiavo explains what the video of the Boeing 787 jet crash, Flight AI171, in India tells us about the tragedy:
Aviation experts react to video showing plane just before crash
YouTube video by CNN
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June 12, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Berkeley County has received funds as part of a $26 billion national opioid settlement, which the County plans to distribute to local organizations and agencies helping fight the opioid epidemic.
June 10, 2025 at 8:09 PM
As part of the Consumer Reports’ Beauty Justice series, our brave clients share their experiences with the use of chemical hair straightening in their youth and the challenge of being diagnosed with cancer.

These are their stories:
Over 10,000 Women Now Allege That Toxic Chemicals in Hair Relaxers Gave Them Cancer - Consumer Reports
Three women tell their stories about their experiences using relaxers, and what their diagnoses have meant for their and their families' lives.
www.consumerreports.org
May 27, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Read more from “The Master of Negotiation” Joe Rice, who is featured on the cover of South Carolina Super Lawyers magazine.
May 23, 2025 at 4:49 PM
A hearing is set for Wednesday to present arguments regarding the plaintiffs’ diagnosis of gastroparesis allegedly from using GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic®.
May 13, 2025 at 1:48 PM
There are increasing numbers of reports on the side effects of Semaglutide, the active ingredient found in GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic® and Wegovy®.
April 8, 2025 at 4:39 PM
There is no safe level of exposure to asbestos.

The EPA ban on chrysotile asbestos must be upheld and implemented quickly to improve public health and safety.
April 2, 2025 at 7:27 PM
March 20, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Motley Rice aviation attorney Mary Schiavo points out various clues that could have caused the American Airlines plane to catch fire at Denver International Airport.

Watch now: www.cnn.com/2025/03/14/t...
March 14, 2025 at 7:10 PM
“This NTSB action is highly unusual. The release of an emergency recommendation requesting the FAA take immediate action before the completion of the NTSB investigation is rare."
March 11, 2025 at 10:09 PM
On behalf of our client, we have filed a lawsuit against Delta Airlines following the crash of Delta Flight 4819 at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Feb. 17, 2025.
February 27, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Amid the calls for increased public safety and lasting change, the City of Baltimore and the State of Maryland have filed a lawsuit against Glock, Inc. for facilitating the proliferation of illegal machine guns on the streets of Baltimore and Maryland.
Everytown Law Partners with Baltimore and Maryland to Hold Glock Accountable for Harming Marylanders’ Public Health and Safety Through the Manufacture, Sale, and Marketing of Easily Modified Pistols
On February 12, 2025, the City of Baltimore and the State of Maryland, represented by the Baltimore City Law Department, the Maryland Office of the Attorney General, Everytown Law, and Motley Rice LLC...
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February 19, 2025 at 6:03 PM
"When the communication is gone and they can't identify where the aircraft is or talk to somebody on the radio, then that's how they'll classify the aircraft as missing.” – Motley Rice aviation attorney Jim Brauchle gives insight into how an airplane goes missing.
How does an airplane go missing? A look at the disappearance of Alaska flight.
Planes carry transponders that transmit their real-time location. The Alaska plane stopped sharing that data on Thursday.
www.usatoday.com
February 13, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Our attorneys have been litigating to seek justice for people living and working near W.L. Gore’s Cherry Hill Plant who were allegedly harmed by the company’s air and water pollution.
February 11, 2025 at 6:11 PM