PFAS Lawsuit Updates
Court Sets September 5, 2025 Filing Deadline for PFAS Injury Claims Following Bellwether Postponement
The first PFAS bellwether trial has been postponed due to a high volume of unfiled claims. Judge Richard Gergel issued Case Management Order No. 35, establishing a 21-day Filing Facilitation Window ending September 5, 2025. The Plaintiffs’ Executive Committee must file all cases involving kidney cancer, testicular cancer, ulcerative colitis, thyroid disease, liver cancer, or thyroid cancer by this deadline. The order simplifies filing by permitting bundled complaints and short-form pleadings. Each claim requires rigorous documentation—including diagnosis proof, PFAS exposure evidence, and residency/work history—submitted via the court’s electronic portal. This deadline likely serves as a de facto cutoff for inclusion in the MDL and any future settlement. Potential plaintiffs must act immediately to allow time for evidence collection and compliance.
Court Allows Core PFAS Claims Against Perdue Farms to Proceed Despite Partial Dismissal
A Maryland federal judge delivered a strategic victory for plaintiffs by largely denying Perdue Farms’ motion to dismiss a PFAS contamination lawsuit. Salisbury residents allege Perdue dumped toxic wastewater, contaminating their environment. While the court dismissed two claims—including one seeking court-ordered, company-funded cleanup remediation—the core allegations survive. This ruling signals courts' increasing reluctance to allow industry defendants to evade early accountability for environmental harms. Plaintiffs' counsel will leverage the decision to advance substantive discovery and push remediation demands as the case progresses.
Critical 21-Day Filing Deadline Set for PFAS Water Contamination Claims Amid Settlement Progress
Individuals harmed by PFAS contamination in drinking water must act immediately. Judge Richard M. Gergel, overseeing the federal multidistrict litigation (MDL), has ordered all unfiled lawsuits to be submitted within 21 days. The court simultaneously postponed October 2025 bellwether trials to accommodate new filings. Affected individuals who developed kidney cancer, testicular cancer, ulcerative colitis, thyroid cancer, thyroid disease, or liver cancer after exposure to PFAS or AFFF firefighting foams should consult legal counsel promptly to secure their claims. The order signals the litigation is progressing toward potential settlements. Existing claimants remain part of the active case group.
Record $2 Billion PFAS Settlement Reached with Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva in New Jersey
Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva will pay $2 billion to resolve environmental contamination litigation in New Jersey related to "forever chemicals" (PFAS). The settlement includes $875 million paid over 25 years to settle claims. Additionally, the companies must establish a $1.2 billion remediation fund and a separate $475 million reserve to ensure cleanup continues should any defendant face bankruptcy. This is the largest PFAS settlement secured by an individual state to date. It resolves lawsuits concerning PFAS releases from operations at the Pompton Lakes Works and Chambers Works facilities. Funds will address PFAS contamination in drinking water and soil statewide, including cleanup at four specific industrial sites.
About PFAS Lawsuits
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been widely used in a wide array of products since the 1950s. They are frequently found in non-stick cookware and even firefighting foams.
Government agencies have found PFAS in drinking water across the country from the chemical leeching into groundwater. Many people are being exposed without even knowing it.
Commonly known as “forever chemical”, the harmful effects of PFAS often take years to manifest but can lead to a variety of serious health conditions. In recent years, research has linked exposure to the chemical to certain cancers, thyroid disease, and immune system disorders.
Many people are unaware of the danger of exposure to PFAS and have failed to link their health issues to the toxic substances. However, legal avenues now exist for individuals who have been adversely impacted by PFAS exposure.
If you or a loved one is struggling to cope with health problems related to exposure to PFAS, there are legal options. You may be able to seek potential compensation for the harm caused by the hazardous chemicals.
Who Prequalifies for the PFAS Class Action Lawsuit?
To participate in a PFAS class action lawsuit, certain requirements must be met. You must meet criteria such as the following:
- Show proof of exposure to PFAS chemicals through tap water ingestion.
- Provide medical records documenting the diagnosis of a health condition linked to PFAS exposure, such as cancer, thyroid disease, or immune system disorders.
- Demonstrate that you have developed a health condition after significant exposure to PFAS.
You may also be eligible if you have been diagnosed with the following cancer(s):
- Testicular Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Ulcerative Cancer
- Liver Cancer
Please note: Exposure to contaminated tap water, the claimant must have consumed contaminated tap water with PFAS chemicals from 1990 to the present.
If you meet the above requirements, you may be entitled to compensation. Various factors impact eligibility, and all cases are unique.
Which Companies Are Involved in the PFAS Lawsuit?
Several companies have been implicated in the PFAS lawsuits. These companies, often involved in the manufacturing or use of PFAS chemicals, face allegations that they failed to warn the public about the dangers of PFAS exposure. The lawsuits claim that these companies were aware of the risks but continued to produce and use PFAS without proper safety measures.
Alarmingly, PFAS chemicals have been detected in tap water supplies across many communities in the United States. Families and individuals are facing widespread exposure through daily water use - often completely unaware of the dangers until they develop health problems.
Contaminated tap water has become a significant source of PFAS exposure, which may have long-term health ramifications.
As more evidence emerges linking PFAS exposure—especially from contaminated tap water—to severe health conditions, the number of cases against these companies will likely grow.
If you or a loved one has experienced health problems due to PFAS exposure, you may qualify to join the class action lawsuit.
How Much Compensation Should You Expect in Your PFAS Lawsuit?
Determining an exact settlement amount in a PFAS lawsuit is challenging because many factors directly impact each case. These factors include:
- The severity of the health condition,
- The extent of PFAS exposure
- Strength of the evidence presented.
The extent to which you've been exposed to PFAS through your tap water can greatly influence your case and potential settlement amount.
As of now, PFAS lawsuits are still in the early stages, and no global settlements or jury trials have taken place. However, based on a large pool of similar environmental contamination cases, potential settlement amounts can be anticipated based on the type and extent of harm suffered by each of the plaintiffs.
If you believe you’ve been affected by PFAS exposure through contaminated tap water, it’s important to act now. Contact us to learn more about your rights and whether you may qualify for the PFAS class action lawsuit.
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