States Of Washington, Maryland Sue PFAS Makers Alleging They Knew Health Risks

Mealey's (June 1, 2023, 12:15 PM EDT) -- SEATTLE — The state of Washington sued 3M Co., EIDP Inc. and other makers of per- and -polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in state court for contamination from the firefighting agent known as aqueous film forming foam (AFFF).  The state maintains that the companies knew that PFAS posed significant risks to human health and the environment but continued to profit from selling it....