Chevron Denied Motion for Nonsuit at Close of Plaintiff's Evidence

OAKLAND, Calif. -- Chevron has been denied a motion for nonsuit at the close of evidence presented by the plaintiff who claims benzene exposure caused his non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Hooper v. Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc., et al., No. RG04171297 (Calif. Super. Ct., Alameda Cty.).

Sources told HarrisMartin that closing arguments are now taking place and that the California Superior Court for Alameda County jury is expected to get the benzene case this afternoon.

Plaintiff Dale Hooper claims benzene exposure during his employment at the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company caused his development of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Trial began in the proceedings on June …