Bayer Steps Up Fight Over Weed Killer Blamed for Cancer


Bayer AG is stepping up the legal defense of its flagship weed killer, after a verdict in a recent case alleging the chemical causes cancer sent shares down sharply and raised the prospect of costly plaintiff payouts. Bayer on Tuesday said it wants a California state court judge to overturn the jury's verdict, order a new trial or reduce damages, according to a court filing.



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