3M settles 'forever chemical' personal injury claims for $7.35B

3M agreed to a $7.35 billion settlement for personal injury claims linked to PFAS in firefighting foam, following thousands of lawsuits. The settlement resolves a major liability but does not cover all claims, leaving future litigation and cleanup costs uncertain. This marks a significant legal and financial development for 3M and the broader PFAS litigation landscape.

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