Sullivan Papain Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement

Twenty-five years ago, the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement was finalized, marking one of the most significant public health milestones in U.S. history. The agreement required major tobacco companies to pay billions of dollars to states and permanently changed the way cigarettes could be marketed in America. Sullivan Papain attorney Bob Sullivan played a pivotal role…

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The Importance of Professional Assistance in the Victim Compensation Fund: Responding to Enhanced Oversight in 2025

By Beth Jablon, Counsel to the firm at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo, P.C. Since the September 11, 2001 attacks, the Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) has provided critical support to over 65,600 survivors and families, distributing more than $15 billion in tax-exempt awards. In 2025, however, the process has grown more complex. Intensified…

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The Enduring Impact of 9/11: Addressing Latent Health Risks for Millennials and Generation Z

By Beth Jablon, Counsel to the firm at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo, P.C. As the anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks approaches, stories of sacrifice and resilience remain deeply ingrained in our collective memory. However, a growing number of Millennials and Generation Z individuals, who were children or infants in 2001,…

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