Summary
About 60,000 people in New Jersey will share $4.9 million due to a legal settlement with Middlesex Water Company. The lawsuit was over the company's drinking water containing high levels of PFAS chemicals, which are linked to health risks. The agreement is considered a major settlement in the state.
Key Facts
- The settlement involves 60,000 New Jersey residents and totals $4.9 million.
- Middlesex Water Company faced claims for having high levels of a chemical called PFAS in its drinking water.
- PFAS are chemicals known to cause health issues and were found above safe levels in the water supply.
- The legal case began in October 2021 due to water testing done in 2020 and 2021.
- The company advised residents to use bottled water due to the contamination.
- This is the largest settlement of its kind in New Jersey.
- PFAS chemicals are widely used for their durability but pose health risks.
- The EPA is considering changes to PFAS safety standards, which is a concern for safety advocates.
