Michael Rousseau focuses his practice on representing people harmed by defective medical devices.For over 15 years, Michael has played a key role in assisting thousands of clients harmed by defective hernia mesh. Recently, he also represented the states of Rhode Island and New Hampshire and the City of Boston in their pursuit to hold the manufacturers, distributors and retailers of opioids accountable for their role in the opioid epidemic. Prior to that, Michael represented thousands of women harmed by defective transvaginal mesh, including working on discovery, trials and settlements. Previously, he spent five years heavily involved in Composix Kugel Mesh litigation, including defendant liability, discovery and trials. He is also a member of the legal team that successfully advocated for an extension of the risk contribution theory of liability in Wisconsin in 2005, enabling lead-poisoned children and families to seek compensation from former manufacturers of lead paint.As a law student, Michael provided volunteer representation to autistic children to help them obtain special education services and physical therapy pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Blog Posts January 5, 2026 5 things you should know about asbestos Causes, Not Just Cases by: John E. Herrick April 1, 2024 Yes, asbestos risks are still a concern by: Anne McGinness Kearse February 9, 2023 End of the Road for the "Texas Two-Step"? Causes, Not Just Cases by: Louis M. Bograd News April 28, 2025 The history and legacy of Workers' Memorial Day by: M. Nolan Webb April 1, 2025 Finish the asbestos ban to improve worker safety by: Nathan D. Finch