polyfluoroalkyl and perfluoroalkyl substances News

Viewpoint: Will Forever Chemicals, PFAS, Lead to Never-Ending Lawsuits?

Claims and regulatory actions involving per- and poly- fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are continuing to evolve at a rapid pace across the country. From the ongoing multi-district litigation in District Court of South Carolina, involving hundreds of claims, to the U.S. …

3M Agrees to Pay $98M to Resolve Suits Over ‘Forever’ Chemicals

NEW YORK — Industrial conglomerate 3M Co. on Tuesday said it had agreed to pay about $98.4 million to settle claims that it contaminated the Tennessee River with toxic chemicals. 3M agreed to resolve a lawsuit by environmental group Tennessee …