An unsettling revelation is shaking the foundations of American agriculture. For decades, a government-endorsed fertilizer has quietly poisoned farmlands with hazardous chemicals, threatening both farmers and the broader food chain. A new investigation has uncovered that municipal sewage, commonly referred to as “black sludge” and widely used as fertilizer, contains dangerous levels of PFAS, a … Read more
Overview of the 3M Lawsuit A class action lawsuit filed against 3M Company, EIDP Inc. (formerly E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company), and The Chemours Company accuses these chemical manufacturers of selling soil and stain repellents containing hazardous “forever chemicals” to carpet manufacturers. Plaintiffs Vicki Peterson and Paul Sadeghi claim that these companies failed … Read more
Residents in Norfolk, Virginia, particularly those on Llewellyn Avenue, face ongoing sewage problems that severely impact their daily lives. The smell of sewage and recurring blockages in home plumbing have become an unwelcome norm for this community. A Decade-Long Struggle Ealecia Morrison, a resident of Llewellyn Avenue, has been particularly vocal about the issue. For … Read more
Early Discoveries at 3M In 1997, Kris Hansen, a chemist at 3M Corporation, embarked on an unexpected journey that would unveil alarming truths about chemical contamination. Known for inventing Scotch Tape and Post-it notes, 3M produced a variety of products containing fluorochemicals. These man-made compounds, found in products like Scotchgard and Scotchban, played a crucial … Read more
Sharon Lerner, a seasoned investigative journalist with ProPublica, uncovered a disturbing story of corporate negligence. Michael Costa interviewed Lerner on The Daily Show, where she detailed how 3M, a major American corporation, ignored and suppressed evidence about the risks of PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals.” These chemicals persist in the environment and human … Read more
Update: Class Action Lawsuit Review Select Justice are reviewing cases of individuals and families affected by the Camp Lejeune water contamination. If you either lived or worked at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina from 1954 to 1987 and have been affected, follow this link to see if you are subject to compensation: Select Justice Camp Lejeune … Read more
In an era where environmental conservation and health awareness are at their peak, recent scientific revelations about the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics in our daily consumables, particularly bottled water, have sparked a global conversation on food safety and public health. Extensive research, including groundbreaking studies published in prestigious journals such as PNAS, has unearthed … Read more
PFAS, commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” are notorious for their durability in the environment and their ability to accumulate in the human body. Linked to severe health issues such as cancer, reproductive harm, and immune system damage, the urgency to regulate these substances cannot be overstated. Despite their known dangers, efforts to limit their … Read more
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made a significant discovery that impacts the health and safety of millions of Americans. The revelation is 26 million people across numerous communities have PFAS chemicals in their drinking water. This underscores a growing environmental concern. PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals notorious … Read more
Maine’s groundbreaking analysis reveals a concerning presence of PFAS chemicals in pesticides. This analysis, conducted by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), shows that over 1,400 pesticides include active ingredients classified as PFAS. These toxic “forever chemicals” are known for their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. Maine stands as the first state to … Read more