Addressing a Groundwater Threat with No Federal Standard
Protect public health and the environment by exploring how 1,4-Dioxane contamination threatens water systems and communities, and see how legal actions are holding responsible parties accountable.
1,4-Dioxane is a synthetic industrial chemical that was once widely used in manufacturing processes and remains present in many consumer products. It is water-soluble, migrates rapidly through soil, and is extremely persistent in the environment. These characteristics make it a major threat to public groundwater systems—and a difficult and expensive contaminant to remove.
Major chemical manufacturers, including Dow Chemical, Union Carbide, and Ferro Corporation, produced and distributed 1,4-Dioxane despite knowing the risks. Many failed to warn downstream users about the chemical’s environmental persistence or toxicological profile. Local governments now face the financial burden of testing, treating, and remediating contamination they did not create.
Through strategic litigation, our firm is helping municipalities and public water authorities pursue financial recovery from the companies responsible. These cases seek not only reimbursement for treatment and infrastructure costs, but also damages for long-term monitoring and public education.
If your municipality has detected 1,4-Dioxane in water sources or has been forced to undertake costly treatment efforts, we can help you pursue full compensation. Our work is conducted on a contingency basis, with no upfront legal fees or financial risk to your government or utility. We are currently litigating against several major chemical manufacturers and can advise on your potential claims.
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