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Chemours PFAS Lawsuit Settles Out of Court | Fayetteville News
A major PFAS pollution lawsuit against Chemours has been secretly settled, leaving thousands of plaintiffs without a jury trial — a move that disappointed advocates like Mike Watters, who waited eight years for justice. The deal aims to compensate victims harmed by GenX and other “forever chemicals” contaminating the Cape Fear River and surrounding communities. While attorneys call it a win for affected families, critics question whether the settlement truly addresses the scale of harm. Chemours, facing mounting legal and regulatory pressure, also agreed to a $450 million EPA settlement —…
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