As reported in the Washington Post December 5th, 2025 by Amudalat Ajasa A prominent scientific journal, Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, has retracted a widely cited 2000 study that previously concluded the active ingredient in Roundup, glyphosate, posed no cancer risk to humans. The retraction was initiated after evidence emerged suggesting the study was heavily influenced by the herbicide's seller, Monsanto (now owned by Bayer), in an apparent effort to disguise potential health risks. Specific concerns cited by the journal include the strong possibility that Monsanto employees contributed to the writing without proper acknowledgment, that the authors may have received undisclosed payments from the company , and that the findings were based solely on unpublished Monsanto studies. This misconduct, discovered through internal company emails during federal litigation, is significant because the faulty research served as a bedrock for regulatory decisions regarding glyphosate for decades. Summary of Alleged Faulty Study and Monsanto's Influence The Study and Its Conclusion: The retracted paper, published in 2000, was a "bedrock study" that concluded: "under present and expected conditions of new use, there is no potential for Roundup herbicide to pose a health risk to humans." The Retraction: The scientific journal retracted the study due to a loss of confidence in its results and conclusions, citing the need to "maintain the integrity of the journal." Evidence of Undisclosed Influence: The co-editor in chief cited evidence suggesting that Monsanto employees "may have contributed to the writing of the article without proper acknowledgment as co authors." Undisclosed Payments: The retraction also noted that the study's authors may have been paid by Monsanto without disclosing it . Basis of Findings: The journal stated that the study's findings about cancer risk were "solely based on unpublished studies from Monsanto." Discovery of Influence: Monsanto's influence over the study was reportedly discovered through internal emails released during federal litigation against the company in 2017. Impact: The study "had a significant impact on regulatory decision-making regarding glyphosate and Roundup for decades," and was one of the most-cited papers on glyphosate safety, underpinning federal regulations for the pesticide. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) even cited it in its 2016 review of glyphosate. Context and Aftermath Bayer's Defense: Bayer (which acquired Monsanto in 2018) defended the chemical's safety and argued that Monsanto's involvement was appropriately cited in the acknowledgments, stating that glyphosate is the most extensively studied herbicide and that the "vast majority of published studies on glyphosate had no Monsanto involvement." Regulatory Stance: The EPA stated the retraction would not affect its current stance —which is that glyphosate is "not likely to be carcinogenic to humans"—because the agency does not directly rely on review articles like this one, but uses them to find other relevant individual studies. Litigation: Bayer has spent approximately $10 billion to settle lawsuits arguing the company did not warn customers about the negative health impacts of using Roundup. Read the full article in the Washington Post

In this series premiere episode, Founder & President of SOSCSA, Child Sexual Abuse Survivor & BSA Bankruptcy Claimant, Curtis Garrison interviews attorney Jason J Joy for an update on the BSA bankruptcy and discussing childhood abuse litigation for which Jason is an outspoken and experienced advocate. Jason's firm is actively litigating cases for many clients his law firm represents. This podcast is recommended for clients already represented, and for those who are still contemplating coming forward to establish a claim. Topics covered in this episode: Recent BSA Bankruptcy Trust report Lajun Claimants (Guam) v. Boy Scouts of America and their recent Petition For A Writ Of Certiorari to the U.S. Supreme Court The 1.5% initial payment, possible second payment time / total percentage Future Claims, BSA Councils, BSA Charters (churches, schools, etc) which there are over 100,000 entities possibly getting free of liability Mixed Claims explained We did not vote for this plan, they promised we would be paid in “Paid in Full” Plans to file an Amicus Brief Statute of Limitations 

The Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy case, involving tens of thousands of survivors of childhood sexual abuse, is among the largest and most contentious mass tort proceedings in U.S. history. In this podcast, Attorney Jason Joy breaks down the latest ruling from the Third Circuit Court, which leaves many survivors of childhood sexual abuse with drastically underfunded compensation.

For a patient, especially one navigating the difficult journey of breast cancer treatment, trust is paramount. Trust in their doctors, trust in the treatments recommended, and trust in the medical devices designed to aid their recovery. When that trust is broken, the consequences can be devastating, leaving not just physical scars, but deep emotional and financial wounds. At Jason Joy & Associates, we believe that no one should suffer in silence due to the negligence of others. Our firm is dedicated to fighting for victims of personal injury, ensuring their voices are heard and that they receive the justice and compensation they deserve.

A monumental victory for survivors of abuse has emerged from a New Jersey courtroom, sending a powerful message of hope and accountability across the nation. For decades, countless survivors of childhood sexual abuse have lived in silence, burdened by trauma and the belief that justice was beyond their reach. This week, one man’s courage to speak his truth after half a century resulted in a historic verdict that challenges that silence.

Below is chronologically ordered list of milestones related to Boy Scouts of America Litigation

On May 13, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit issued a ruling that dismissed several outstanding appeals related to the confirmation of the Boy Scouts of America’s bankruptcy plan. These appeals had been filed by certain abuse survivors and non-settling insurance carriers. As a result of this decision, the Settlement Trust has continued processing claims, issuing eligibility decisions, and making initial payments.

In the ongoing legal battles surrounding the Boy Scouts of America and the sexual abuse scandal, it is more important than ever to understand the history and context of this institutional crisis. In a recent article for Bleeding Heartland , author Kurt Meyer provides a compelling look at this very issue. The piece, titled "Scouts' Dishonor: An American Institution Battles Sexual Abuse," is a must-read for anyone following the current litigation and seeking to understand the decades of abuse that led to it. We encourage you to read the full article here: Scouts' Dishonor: An American institution battles sexual abuse .

8/26/2025 Update! The AFFF MDL filing deadline is extended to September 10th, 2025. This deadline creates a "Filing Facilitation Window" for unfiled cases and was established by the court to encourage the filing of lawsuits related to the AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) litigation. While cases can still be filed after this date, they will be subject to stricter procedural requirements and compressed deadlines.