Hair Relaxer: the Culture, the Legal Process, and the Scope of Harm with Danielle Ward Mason
Release Date: 12/12/2023
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info_outlineIn this LegalCast Elisa D'Amico interviews Danielle Ward Mason about her journey to founding a new law firm and her focus on hair relaxer litigation. Danielle discusses the challenges and motivations behind launching the firm with Tina Bullock, highlighting their alignment in values and the desire to create a better work environment.
They discuss the challenges of funding a startup firm, touching on the complexities of financing, self-funding goals, and the importance of principled decisions in the face of offers that may not align with their vision.
Danielle's passion for representing people against establishments drives her work, stemming from her experience as a federal defender and later representing individuals against big corporations. She shares her transition into litigating hair relaxer cases, rooted in personal experiences and a commitment to uncovering the health impacts of these products.
The conversation goes into the cultural significance of hair relaxers in the Black community, highlighting the social and personal pressures that influence their usage. Danielle candidly discusses the societal beauty standards and the emotional impact of hair relaxers on self-esteem, shedding light on the lifelong implications and the imperative need for increased awareness and regulation within the cosmetic industry.
Through this dialogue, Danielle illuminates the multifaceted layers of her legal work and the profound implications of hair relaxer use, advocating for greater awareness, discussion, and accountability within this important area of consumer safety.
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