ENVIRONMENTAL LITIGATION
PFAS LAWYER
Representing individuals, businesses, municipalities, and property owners harmed by toxic PFAS exposure across the entire United States.
PFAS contamination is not like other environmental cases.
These chemicals do not break down. They stay in your water, your soil, and your body for years.
At Stag Liuzza, we represent individuals, property owners, municipalities, and businesses harmed by PFAS contamination. We take on the companies responsible and fight to hold them accountable.
WHAT IS PFAS?
PFAS, short for “per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances”, often called “forever chemicals”, are a group of man-made substances used for decades in industrial processes and consumer products.
They have been used in:
- Firefighting foam (AFFF)
- Industrial manufacturing
- Non-stick and water-resistant products
- Food packaging and coatings
- Industrial facilities
- Military bases and airports
- Fire training sites
- Landfills and waste disposal areas
PFAS do not naturally break down. Instead, they accumulate over time, contaminating groundwater, drinking water systems, and entire communities. PFAS are among of the most damaging and controversial chemicals in American history.
HEALTH AND PROPERTY RISKS
PFAS exposure has been linked to serious health risks and long-term property damage. Because the effects often aren’t immediately apparent, they may go unnoticed for years, making the eventual impact even more severe for those affected.
Potential impacts include:
- Cancer and increased cancer risk
- Immune system effects
- Thyroid disease
- Liver damage
- Reproductive and developmental issues
In addition to health risks, PFAS contamination can:
- Make water unsafe to drink
- Reduce property value
- Require costly remediation
- Disrupt businesses and local economies
HOW PFAS CONTAMINATES OUR COMMUNITIES
PFAS POLLUTION CAN ENTER THE ENVIRONMENT THROUGH:
Industrial discharge and manufacturing
Firefighting Foam (AFFF)
Landfills and waste sites
Contaminated drinking water
Consumer products
Agricultural and commercial runoff
HOW PFAS CONTAMINATES OUR COMMUNITIES
WE HOLD POLLUTERS ACCOUNTABLE
You may have a claim if PFAS contamination has affected:
- Your drinking water
- Your property
- Your business
- Your municipality or water system
We represent:
- Homeowners and property owners
- Businesses
- Municipalities and water authorities
- Individuals with PFAS-related health concerns
WHY PFAS CASES ARE DIFFERENT
PFAS litigation is complex.
The companies responsible often:
- Knew about the risks for years
- Failed to warn the public
- Continued using PFAS despite known dangers
At the same time, these cases involve:
- Scientific and technical evidence
- Large corporate defendants
- Long timelines of exposure
Corporations in PFAS cases move quickly to protect themselves. They have teams of lawyers and experts working from the start.
You should too.
THE IMPORTANCE OF EVIDENCE
EVIDENCE MATTERS; AND IT DISAPPEARS
In PFAS cases, like any type of complex environmental litigation, evidence is critical.
This may include:
- Water testing results
- Historical contamination data
- Corporate records
- Environmental studies
But over time:
- Records can be lost or destroyed
- Testing data may become harder to obtain
- Conditions at contaminated sites can change
The sooner you act, the better your chances of building a strong case.
Why Choose Stag Liuzza As Your PFAS Lawyers?
PFAS cases combine environmental science, toxic exposure, and complex corporate liability. The companies involved often have decades of internal data, extensive legal teams, and a history of aggressively defending these claims.
Stag Liuzza handles complex environmental litigation involving contamination, public health risks, and corporate misconduct. Our team works with environmental scientists, toxicologists, and industry experts to build cases designed to uncover the full scope of harm and hold responsible parties accountable.
We prepare every case as if it will go to trial. That preparation shapes negotiations, strengthens our position, and helps ensure our clients are taken seriously from the outset.
Results That Speak
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.
Jury verdict for property owners whose land was contaminated with radioactive materials from oil and gas operations.
Verdict for pipeyard worker who contracted lung cancer from exposure to Radium-226 and other radioactive materials.
Settlement for commercial auto injury case involving a large insurance company.
No fee unless we win. Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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.
Michael G. Stag
CEO & Managing PartnerOver $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 & PartnerAppointed 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
PartnerLeads 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
PartnerPartner 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 you or a loved one has been harmed by PFAS due to negligence, we’re here to help. Let’s discuss your case.
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