PFAS in America Explained with Andrew Croner

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin;">  Mark York interviews Andrew Croner from Napoli Shkolnik, a law firm actively involved in the PFOS, PFOA, and AFFF (aqueous film-forming foam) settlement in the MDL (multidistrict litigation) and the Flint, Michigan water crisis. Andrew Croner, the head of the environmental department at Napoli Shkolnik, discusses the complex issues surrounding PFAS (per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances) contamination, the health risks associated with these "forever chemicals," and the legal actions being taken to hold manufacturers accountable for the harm caused by their products.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin;"> The conversation covers topics such as the history of PFAS, the various health conditions linked to exposure, the challenges of studying these chemicals' effects, the role of the Department of Defense (DOD), residential claims, ongoing litigation efforts, and recent settlements. The interview emphasizes the importance of compensating affected communities and water suppliers and highlights the significant impact of the settlements achieved so far. The discussion also touches on the expanding scope of PFAS-related lawsuits, the challenges of pursuing legal action in this complex area, and the ongoing efforts to ensure that responsible parties bear the financial burden of addressing PFAS contamination.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-croner-04070054/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"><span style= "font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin;"> https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-croner-0407005