Aqueous Film-Forming Foams (AFFF) MDL

Settlement Resources

The documents below are intended to provide guidance and help in understanding both the 3M and the DuPont Settlement Agreements. They are not intended to, and cannot, replace the original source, i.e. the Settlement Agreements. There is no substitute for reading and understanding the Settlement Agreements and the amendments thereto, which are the documents that contain the controlling provisions. It is further recommended to consult with an attorney regarding the legal implications of the Settlement Agreements.

Class Counsel is always available to help answer any questions. Please use the Calendly link to schedule a discussion with Class Counsel.

Important Deadlines

EventDuPont PWS Settlement
Deadline to apply for attorney fees & costsOctober 15, 2023
Last day to object November 11, 2023
Deadline for briefs in support of Final Approval and in response to any objectionsNovember 21, 2023
Last day to opt outDecember 4, 2023
Final Fairness HearingDecember 14, 2023
Event3M PWS Settlement
Last day to objectNovember 11, 2023
Last day to opt outDecember 11, 2023
Deadline to apply for attorney fees & costs and for briefs in support of Final ApprovalDecember 18, 2023
Deadline for objections to attorney fees & costs and/or Final ApprovalJanuary 2, 2024
Deadline in response to any objectionsJanuary 9, 2024
Final Fairness HearingFebruary 2, 2024

Settlement Guidance

3M PWS SettlementDuPont PWS Settlement
Important Highlights & Overview of the 3M PWS SettlementImportant Highlights & Overview of the DuPont PWS Settlement
Parties’ Joint Interpretive Guidance on Interrelated Drinking Water Systems for 3M PWS SettlementParties’ Joint Interpretive Guidance on Interrelated Drinking Water Systems for DuPont PWS Settlement
Parties’ Joint Interpretive Guidance on Entities that Own and/or Operate Multiple PWS for 3M PWS SettlementParties’ Joint Interpretive Guidance on Entities that Own and/or Operate Multiple PWS for DuPont PWS Settlement
Parties’ Joint Interpretive Guidance on Federally Recognized Indian Tribes and the PWS they Own or Operate for 3M PWS SettlementParties’ Joint Interpretive Guidance on Federally Recognized Indian Tribes and the PWS they Own or Operate for DuPont PWS Settlement
Parties’ Joint Interpretive Guidance on Certain Release Issues for 3M PWS SettlementParties’ Joint Interpretive Guidance on Certain Release Issues for DuPont PWS Settlement
Estimated Allocation Range Table for 3M PWS SettlementEstimated Allocation Range Table for DuPont PWS Settlement
3M PWS Settlement Webinar PresentationDuPont PWS Settlement Webinar Presentation
Slides from 3M PWS Settlement Webinar PresentationSlides from DuPont PWS Settlement Webinar Presentation
Frequently Asked Questions (“FAQ”)
Settlement website Registration User Guide
Settlement website Duo User Guide
Settlement website Portal User Guide
Settlement website Claims Form User Guide
Attorneys’ Fees Presentation

Press Releases

June 2, 2023 – Baron & Budd, Douglas & London, P.C., and Napoli Shkolnik Reach Settlement with DuPont and Chemours for PFAS Contamination in America’s Drinking Water
June 22, 2023 – Baron & Budd, Douglas & London, P.C., and Napoli Shkolnik Reach Historic Settlement with 3M Company for PFAS Contamination in America’s Drinking Water
August 23, 2023 – PFAS Settlement Steering Committee Releases Allocation Estimates for Largest Drinking Water Settlement in History
August 29, 2023 – PFAS Plaintiffs’ Executive Committee Announces Preliminary Approval of $12.5 Billion Water Settlement with 3M

To file a Claim, and for additional information, please visit the Claims Administrator’s Settlement Website, www.PFASWaterSettlement.com.

*This site is continuously updated so please check back for developments.