Galiher DeRobertis & Waxman LLP

10/16/2026

Produce like strawberries, spinach and bell peppers are part of the “Dirty Dozen” – a list of fruits and vegetables that are most likely to be contaminated with chemicals like pesticides. Learn how to reduce your exposure risk.

Read more: https://buff.ly/lJ2kJ3j

Environmental Working Group

10/08/2026

California Prepares to Ban Quartz Countertop Production | The New York Times

The state would be the first to block an industry that has been connected to a deadly lung disease in workers.

10/07/2026

Construction workers are developing Silicosis, a devastating lung disease, from cutting artificial stone on the job.

Learn more.
https://buff.ly/TBxqEpA

09/30/2026

'Death Sentences': Crafting America's Favorite Countertops Is Killing Workers | Bloomberg

Hundreds of workers who’ve contracted silicosis are suing the artificial stone industry for billions. While California weighs a ban on fabricating the product, the manufacturers’ defenders in Congress are trying to ban the lawsuits.

09/26/2026

In 1982, our firm represented the Nobriga family in the first mesothelioma case to be tried in Hawai’i. Mesothelioma is an incurable cancer whose sole cause is exposure to asbestos. Many of those affected in Hawai’i were exposed to asbestos in shipyards and on job sites involving things like mechanic brake work and construction. Despite its known danger, asbestos is still used in everyday products.

Today, we remain dedicated to pursuing justice for victims, families and communities who are still facing this devastating disease.

09/07/2026

Today, we honor the hardworking people of Hawai‘i — those who build, serve, teach, heal and care for our communities every day. Labor Day is a time to recognize the strength of workers, the power of unions, and the generations who’ve fought to protect their rights. From the plantations to the picket lines, Hawai‘i has a proud legacy of labor advocacy—and we’re proud to stand with you.

08/26/2026

U.S. Women gained the right to vote with the Nineteenth Amendment 106 years ago. Since then, we’ve seen substantial improvements in the rights of and roles of women. In fact, our own firm is women-led!

But there’s still work to do. The legal profession is still male-dominated and there is still a lack of representation. We look forward to seeing how law evolves as more women step into the field and into leadership positions. In the meantime, our firm remains dedicated to the fight for equality and ensuring the voices of all women are heard, valued, and celebrated. Happy Women’s Equality Day!


08/19/2026

You might think asbestos is a problem of the past. This is sadly not true. Asbestos continues to contaminate certain sites, materials, and products in Hawai‘i.

Read more in our latest article.
https://galiherlaw.com/is-asbestos-still-used-today/

08/04/2026

Uber’s Strategy for Fighting Sexual Assault Suits: ‘What Were You Wearing?’ | New York Times
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/04/business/uber-sexual-assault-lawsuits.html

07/31/2026

Whistleblower awards vary. Key factors include the timeline, quality of the information provided, and the whistleblower’s involvement in the process. Read more in our latest article.

https://galiherlaw.com/whistleblower-payout-how-much-do-fca-whistleblowers-really-get-paid/