3M Faces Historic PFAS Lawsuit in Victoria

A landmark class action lawsuit has hit Victoria’s Supreme Court, targeting 3M over PFAS contamination — potentially worth billions and involving hundreds of businesses. Filed in 2024, it’s Australia’s first major legal challenge against 3M for these “forever chemicals,” which linger in the environment and human bodies. Plaintiffs include companies that used 3M’s PFAS products, sites contaminated by migration, and water supply victims. Allegations claim 3M knew of risks as early as 1980 and hid them. While 3M denies responsibility and says it stopped selling PFAS products in Australia two decades ago, global litigation is exploding — and Australia may soon see more cases, including personal injury claims, as health impacts continue to unfold. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dd17d36a7485b898