Bayer's Monsanto Ordered to Pay $185 Million Following State Supreme Court's Reinstatement of Chemical Leak Ruling

Court Ruling: A U.S. court reinstated a $185 million verdict against Bayer's Monsanto unit for chemical contamination at a Washington state school, reversing a previous lower court decision.

Health Claims: The case involves claims from teachers and others at Sky Valley Education Center who allege health issues, including cancer, due to exposure to polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) produced by Monsanto.

Legal Implications: The ruling may influence other pending cases on appeal, as it determined that Missouri law applies to the case, allowing claims to be filed despite the time elapsed since PCB production ceased.

Company Response: Bayer disputes the ruling, asserting that the plaintiffs have not proven their injuries were caused by PCBs and that the levels found were considered safe by the EPA.