ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE INITIATIVE – New York Environmental Law & Justice Project –

The research began when scientists from Wales, found talc particles in ovarian and cervical tumors. They found this out in 1971. Other studies have found that African American women who use the talcum powder near their genitalia have a 44% higher risk of for developing invasive epithelial ovarian cancer. However, Johnson & Johnson denied this … More Summary of NYTimes Artice: Lawsuits Over Baby Powder Raise Questions About Cancer Risk

Today, NYELJP met nearly sixty clients and supporters at the Kings County Supreme Court for a rehearing on their clients’ Article 78 petition against the City and Developer iStar Financial.  After a rally on the courthouse steps, Executive Director Joel Kupferman, along with Of Counsels Rajiv Jaswa and Seth Korman, argued that the proposed Seaside Park … More NYELJP Returns to Court to Advocate for Environmental Protection and Park Space in Coney Island

On December 15, NYELJP will return to court on behalf of Coney Island community members, gardeners, and environmental activists for a rehearing in a suit against the City and a private developer, who together are seeking to build a $53m amphitheater and commercial space along the Coney Island boardwalk.  The development, a pet project of former … More NYELJP advocates for West Coney Island residents and community gardeners against planned $53m amphitheater development