Three companies agree to pay more than $1 billion to settle ...
Jun 3, 2023 · The three chemical giants are facing thousands of lawsuits from across the country alleging the toxic chemicals were utilized in manufacturing and then polluted the environment. In a statement,...
3M's $10 Billion PFAS Payout Is Just The Tip of the Iceberg ...
Jun 23, 2023 · In the U.S., DuPont and 3M have historically been the leading manufacturers of PFAS—and both companies currently face about 4,000 lawsuits by states and municipalities seeking compensation for...
PFAS Lawsuits Could Eclipse the Big Tobacco Settlement | TIME
Jul 12, 2023 · Only 18 state attorneys general have filed suit for PFAS damages so far, leaving plenty more to step up to the legal plate; and only a small fraction of the 148,000 public water systems around...
3M agrees to pay $10.3 billion to settle ‘forever chemicals ...
Jun 23, 2023 · These lawsuits allege that 3M knew PFAS caused cancer, developmental defects and other health problems, and that the chemicals contaminated US drinking water systems. Last year, 3M said it...
3M's $10 Billion PFAS Deal Approved by Court as Rule Looms (2)
Apr 1, 2024 · A federal court approved the 3M Co.'s offer of at least $10 billion to settle PFAS claims of roughly 12,000 public water systems across the US.
3M Reaches $10.3 Billion Settlement in ‘Forever Chemicals ...
Jun 22, 2023 · Hundreds of communities across the country have sued 3M and other PFAS manufacturers, claiming that their soil and water were contaminated by the chemicals, which are also used in food...
3M reaches $10.3 billion settlement over contamination of ...
Jun 23, 2023 · Chemical manufacturer 3M has agreed to pay at least $10.3 billion to settle lawsuits over contamination of many U.S. public drinking water systems with potentially harmful compounds known as PFAS.