AIRROC's PFAS/PFOA: An Overview of the Scientific and
Legal Issues Presented by The “Forever Chemicals” Webinar
February 2, 2022

The scientific, regulatory, and economic developments associated with PFAS/PFOA—commonly referred to as the “forever chemicals”—are rapidly evolving and poised to have a significant impact on the insurance industry. This 1-hour seminar, presented jointly by the insurance practice group of Stradley Ronon and scientific experts from Roux, will provide you with critical knowledge and insight on the scientific and legal issues associated with these chemicals. The first half of the seminar will cover the chemistry of PFAS, its historical and present uses, the threats it poses to human health and property, and the challenges associated with remediation. The second half of the seminar will address the complex legal and insurance coverage issues arising from PFAS/PFOA. The topics addressed will include the current federal and state regulatory landscape, the types of claims that are currently in existence, the types of future claims that may arise, and the coverage issues that are only now beginning to come to the forefront.

Presenters:
Catherine Boston, Principal Scientist/Risk Assessor, Roux
Bill Mandia, Partner, Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young LLP
Candance Wygel, Staff Geologist/Geochemist, Roux

There is no charge for AIRROC Members and AIRROC Corporate Partners to attend.  As a member or corporate partner, you must be listed as such in the AIRROC database to register. Others pay only $70 to join. REGISTER

Continuing Legal Education:
AIRROC will attempt to secure CLE credits in states requested by attorney attendees. When registering, please specify the state(s), which you would like to receive CLE credit. This program should be worth approximately 1.0 hour of CLE credit for a live webinar if approved. Credits in other states may be applied for retroactively by AIRROC within 30 days after the webinar.  It may also be necessary for individual attorneys to apply or self-report. If you have questions please contact AIRROC staff member, Cyndy Noonan, via email at [email protected]. 

Please note: To obtain CLE credit you must log in to the webinar platform on the computer, submit your login details, and remain engaged for the full event including the Question and Answer section.