In Re Aqueous Film-Forming Foams Products Liability Litigation MDL 2873

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Case Number:

2:18-mn-02873

Court:

South Carolina

Nature of Suit:

Personal Inj. Prod. Liability

Judge:

Richard M Gergel

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  1. March 10, 2021

    Homeowners Seek $5.8M For Atty Fees In Contamination Deal

    A proposed class that inked a $17.5 million settlement with makers of firefighting foam to resolve claims that the foam contaminated drinking wells is asking the court to award its attorneys $5.8 million, saying one-third of the settlement fund is warranted after two years and hundreds of hours they put into working the case.

  2. January 07, 2021

    Firefighting Foam Maker Pays $17.5M In First MDL Settlement

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