MANAGING BEST PRACTICES: The $100-million wake-up call
Did a child’s birth defects occur from its mother’s exposure to chemicals while at work? In March, IBM announced it had reached a settlement agreement in a $100-million lawsuit seeking an answer to this question. IBM faces approximately 50 more similar claims.
Lawsuits where the child sues its parent’s current or former employer (as above) for injuries suffered while in the womb are on the rise, according to USA Today. How critical is this topic and what should EHS pros do to help prevent or limit employer liability in this area?