U.S. Supreme Court rebuffs companies over lead paint liability
15/10/2018 14:30
WASHINGTON, Oct 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court on
Monday rejected appeals by three paint manufacturers challenging
a California court ruling that held them liable for millions of
dollars in damages relating to the use of lead paint decades
ago.
The justices left in place the lower court's 2017 ruling
that endorsed a trial judge's finding that the companies had
created a "public nuisance" by concealing dangers posed by lead
paint, which can cause brain damage if ingested.
The appeals were brought by: Sherwin-Williams Co SHW.N ;
ConAgra, part of parent company Conagra Brands Inc CAG.N ; and
NL Industries Inc, which is owned by Valhi Inc VHI.N .
(Reporting by Lawrence Hurley; Editing by Will Dunham)
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