On this episode of Law Frog Radio, David McDivitt and Ross Ford take on an intense range of legal issues—from national PFAS litigation to a fan getting banned from Bills games for shoving an NFL player.
PFAS Lawsuit Update
David provides an update on the water contamination cases in El Paso County. The upcoming trial has been postponed due to a surge in new cases, with national attorneys scrambling to manage discovery. David breaks down the key illnesses tied to exposure; kidney cancer, testicular cancer, ulcerative colitis, and thyroid disease and explains the delay’s impact on local plaintiffs.
Fan vs. Lamar Jackson
The hosts dissect the viral clip of a Buffalo Bills fan who slapped a player’s helmet and got shoved by Lamar Jackson. After posting a tearful (and bizarrely romantic) apology, the fan was banned from Bills games, while sporting a neck brace. David analyzes whether the fan could sue and why this isn’t the kind of case he would never take.
Drone Drama & Gunfire
Listener Andrew calls about a woman who shot down his drone on two occasions while he was flying over property tied to a wolf rescue organization. Despite clear FAA rules (drones = aircraft, and shooting one is a federal offense), the DA refuses to press felony charges. David walks through:
- FAA drone classifications
- Airspace rights
- Civil court options
- The shaky reasoning behind the DA’s decision
Locked Out After 23 Years
Another listener, Crystal, shares her heartbreaking story of being locked out of a home she co-owns after a 23-year relationship with a man still legally married to someone else. David explains her legal options to reclaim her possessions, protect her ownership interest, and potentially force a sale or buyout of the home through district court.
