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Australia sues 3M, alleging decades-long knowledge of chemical hazards

Australia sues 3M, alleging decades-long knowledge of chemical hazards

The Australian government has filed a $2 billion lawsuit against the manufacturing company 3M. Court documents allege the company knew for over 50 years that its firefighting products, which contain PFAS chemicals, could harm human and animal health and damage the environment. The government claims internal documents showed the products persist in the body and environment and are linked to various health issues.

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This is why strict regulation is crucial. Companies shouldn't be allowed to gamble with public safety for half a century.

brother
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Horrible. Imagine knowing the harm for 50 years and saying nothing. Where is the conscience?

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Good move by Australia. Hope this sets a precedent so other nations can follow suit against such negligence.

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About time a government held them accountable. These corporations put profit over people for way too long.

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2 billion is a start, but how do you put a price on damaged health and the environment? May justice be served.

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