PFAS Litigation

Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been a focal point of environmental litigation for well over a decade. However, these “forever” chemicals have been prevalent in American manufacturing since the 1950s, well before last year’s designation of two widespread PFAS (PFOS and PFOA) as hazardous substances under CERCLA. This can present a …
PFAS: Trusted Methods to Find Critical Documentation  Link
In April 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designated PFOA and PFOS (two chemicals that are part of the PFAS family of compounds) as “hazardous substances” under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). This change in designation – from “pollutants and contaminants” to “hazardous substances” – had …
What’s the Deal with PFAS “Reopeners?” Link

Last month, the U.S. Department of Defense issued a new specification for fluorine-free foam (“F3”) that would replace the PFAS-containing AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam), still widely used by the U.S. military and airport firefighting crews.  This is an important step in reducing or ending the use of AFFF, …

PFAS: New Developments, Old Problems Link

Last month, on the heels of our trilogy of blogs related to the Impact of PFAS on Environmental Litigation (Virtual) Conference hosted by Perrin Conferences, TRG attended a subsequent PFAS webinar, which is the subject of this week’s blog.

PFAS: When Confronted With Potential Liability, Know Your History Link

Last week we continued our series of blogs reflecting on material covered in the Impact of PFAS on Environmental Litigation (Virtual) Conference hosted by Perrin Conferences, with a look at ongoing concerns about the effect of U.S. military PFAS usage. This week, we’ll examine the …

PFAS: Civilian Usage and Disposal Link

Last week we began our series of blogs reflecting on material covered in the Impact of PFAS on Environmental Litigation (Virtual) Conference hosted by Perrin Conferences, with a look at the federal government’s recent actions to address PFAS in the environment. This week, we’ll take another look at military …

PFAS: Military Usage Still a Major Concern Link

When it comes to PFAS contamination liability, be proactive. That was one of several important messages conveyed at the Impact of PFAS on Environmental Litigation (Virtual) Conference hosted by Perrin Conferences, which Taylor Research Group (TRG) recently attended. Readers familiar with TRG’s work will know that research into …

PFAS: Bold Actions by EPA Expected to Create New Liabilities Link