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“In a landmark decision, a federal court has approved a settlement requiring DuPont to pay $1.185 billion to public water systems across the United States affected by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination.
This settlement, part of litigation overseen by the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina, marks a critical step forward in addressing the widespread issue of PFAS, also known as ‘forever chemicals,’ in drinking water supplies.
Baron & Budd, representing numerous public water systems, announced the court’s approval.
The litigation consolidated before Judge Richard Gergel has reached a pivotal milestone with this approval, ensuring immediate financial relief to affected water systems.” …