In the South Carolina AFFF MDL, parties must obtain approval to seek a preliminary injunction. New Mexico wanted a preliminary injunction that would require the U.S. Air Force to begin efforts to address groundwater PFAS contamination in the state. But, the Court denied New Mexico’s request for leave to seek an injunction, noting that a…
Study analyzes a PFAS-contaminated pond in Sweden to assess the cross-boundary transfer of PFAS from the aquatic environment in the riparian zone via emergent aquatic insects. September 1, 2020 | Environmental Science & Technology
In a putative class action alleging 3M hid evidence of PFAS toxicity, 3M asked the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey to transfer the case to Minnesota federal court. Although the proposed class will likely include a fair number of New Jersey residents, the Court found that balancing private and public interest…
Study evaluated whether cord blood PFAS levels were associated with respiratory tract infection in the first 5 years of life. August 30, 2020 | Environmental Research
Study finds exposure to PFAS is associated with eczema, allergic rhinitis and atopic dermatitis. No significant associations were found between PFAS and asthma and wheezing. August 30, 2020 | Environmental Research