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TOXIC SOIL CONTAMINATION LAWYERS IN NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

Representing individuals, families, property owners, and communities harmed by hazardous soil contamination.

Toxic soil contamination can threaten public health, damage property, reduce land value, and create long-term environmental risks for entire communities. Industrial pollution, chemical spills, waste disposal practices, and hazardous materials can leave dangerous contaminants in soil for years or even decades.

Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, Stag Liuzza represents individuals and communities impacted by toxic soil contamination and environmental negligence. We fight to hold polluters accountable when unsafe industrial practices place people, homes, businesses, and land at risk.

WHAT IS TOXIC SOIL CONTAMINATION?

Toxic soil contamination occurs when hazardous chemicals, industrial waste, heavy metals, petroleum products, or other dangerous substances enter and remain in the ground.

Contamination may result from:

Industrial manufacturing
Oil and gas operations
Chemical spills and leaks
Waste disposal sites
Mining and industrial runoff
Improper storage of hazardous materials

Contaminated soil can spread pollutants into nearby groundwater, homes, businesses, and surrounding environments.

HEALTH AND PROPERTY RISKS

Exposure to contaminated soil can create serious health and environmental concerns for workers, residents, and nearby communities. Potential health risks may include:

Cancer and chronic illness
Respiratory complications
Neurological damage Skin irritation and chemical burns
Developmental and reproductive issues

Toxic soil contamination can also lead to:

Reduced property value
Expensive cleanup and remediation costs
Environmental damage
Unsafe residential or commercial land conditions
Long-term impacts on communities and businesses

In many cases, contamination remains undetected for years before its full impact becomes known.

COMMON SOURCES OF TOXIC SOIL CONTAMINATION

SOIL CONTAMINATION CASES MAY INVOLVE:

Former industrial and manufacturing sites

Chemical plants and refinery operations

Underground storage tank leaks

Construction and redevelopment projects

Agricultural pesticides and fertilizers

Contaminated groundwater spreading into surrounding land

HOLDING POLLUTERS ACCOUNTABLE

REPRESENTING PROPERTY OWNERS AND COMMUNITIES IN NEW ORLEANS

You may have a claim if toxic soil contamination has affected:

Your property
Your groundwater or well water
Your business or land use
Your family’s health or safety

We represent:

Homeowners and property owners
Businesses and commercial landowners
Communities affected by environmental contamination
Individuals with contamination-related health concerns

WHY TOXIC SOIL CONTAMINATION CASES ARE DIFFERENT

Soil contamination litigation often involves extensive environmental testing, scientific evidence, and complicated questions about how contamination spread and who may be responsible.

These cases may require:

Environmental and soil testing
Historical land use investigation
Scientific and technical experts
Property valuation analysis
Regulatory and compliance records

Contamination claims are frequently defended aggressively by corporations, insurers, and industrial operators.

You deserve a legal team prepared to fully investigate the source and impact of the contamination.

UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF SOIL CONTAMINATION

CONTAMINATION CAN AFFECT COMMUNITIES FOR YEARS

Toxic soil contamination is not always immediately visible. In many cases, harmful substances remain underground for years before property owners or nearby communities realize there is a problem.

Contamination may lead to:

Unsafe residential or commercial property conditions
Declining property values
Environmental cleanup and remediation costs
Long-term groundwater concerns

Communities impacted by soil contamination often face uncertainty about the safety of their homes, businesses, and land.

Many contamination cases also involve allegations that companies failed to properly monitor hazardous materials, report environmental risks, or prevent contamination from spreading beyond industrial sites.

Understanding the source and extent of contamination is often a critical part of building a strong environmental claim.

WHY CHOOSE STAG LIUZZA FOR YOUR SOIL CONTAMINATION CASE?

Environmental contamination cases require detailed investigation, scientific evidence, and a legal team prepared to take on complex litigation involving powerful corporate defendants.

Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, Stag Liuzza represents individuals, businesses, and communities harmed by toxic soil contamination and environmental negligence.

Our team works with environmental scientists, technical experts, and industry professionals to build strong cases designed to uncover the source of contamination and pursue accountability.

We understand these cases are about more than damaged property. They are about protecting families, public health, and communities from long-term environmental harm.

TRIAL VICTORY

Results That Speak

$12.5 Billion

3M settlement for public drinking water systems

In March 2024, 3M finalized a settlement of up to $12.5 billion for U.S. public water suppliers to address PFAS contamination. The agreement covers water systems with current or future detections of "forever chemicals," with funds supporting testing, filtration, and infrastructure improvements.

$1.056 Billion

Exxon Mobil Corp. v. Grefer

Jury verdict for property owners whose land was contaminated with radioactive materials from oil and gas operations.

$15 Million

Verdict for Injured Pipeyard Worker

Verdict for pipeyard worker who contracted lung cancer from exposure to Radium-226 and other radioactive materials.

$6 Million

Settlement for Commercial Auto Injury

Settlement for commercial auto injury case involving a large insurance company.

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Our Attorneys

Meet the Team

With decades of combined experience in environmental law, toxic torts, and complex litigation, Stag Liuzza's attorneys have the expertise to take on the most challenging cases.

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Michael G. Stag

CEO & Managing Partner

Over $16 billion in settlements and more than $1 billion in jury verdicts recovered for clients. Pioneered the field of oilfield cleanup litigation. Appointed by judges to leadership for several nationwide litigations.

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Ashley M. Liuzza

COO & Partner

Appointed co-lead class counsel in major environmental cases. Extensive PFAS litigation experience. Helps people who developed meningioma as a result of being prescribed Depo-Provera.

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Merritt Cunningham

Partner

Leads the pharmaceutical and medical device division. Extensive MDL and mass tort experience. Represents thousands of firefighters harmed by PFAS exposure.

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Matthew D. Rogenes

Partner

Partner and trial lawyer. Trial and settlement experience in trucking cases and maritime personal injury. Recently recovered over $20 million for clients.

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If toxic soil contamination has affected your property, business, health, or community, Stag Liuzza is here to help. Let’s discuss your case.

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Office

One Canal Place
365 Canal Street, Suite 2850
New Orleans, LA 70130

Phone

(504) 593-9600