Jandakot PFAS Contamination Class Action Investigation

Per- and poly-fluoroalkyls, known as PFAS, are a class of harmful chemicals commonly found in products that reduce heat, stains, grease and water. They are common in many household products, such as carpets and non-stick cookware. They are commonly referred to as forever chemicals. PFAS are concerning because they do not naturally degrade and accumulate in the bodies of humans and animals after being ingested. A small amount of daily exposure can lead to high concentrations over time. PFAS soil and groundwater contamination can lead to high levels of the chemical in drinking water, agricultural land, animals and residents. The full effect on human health is not known.

When Governments, large companies or institutions do the wrong thing and people are harmed or suffer loss as a result, an individual can have little to no means of bringing a legal claim. Class actions are an important mechanism within Australia's legal system that allow large groups of people to come together to pursue a claim collectively. For a class action to take place, there are three criteria that need to be met: there must be 7 or more people that have claims against the same defendant; and the claims relate to the same or similar circumstances; and the claim must relate to at least one common issue of law or fact. For more information about how class actions resolve, click here.

It can take up to several years for a class action to resolve. The time taken from case commencement through to resolution and settlement administration depends on the particular case, and the nature of the claim. For more information about class actions and how they work, click here.

Shine Lawyers is committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background or financial situation, has access to justice. We run our class actions in a way that means you are not exposed to any out-of-pocket costs or financial risk. When a class action is successful, the legal fees and costs to run the class action are deducted from the settlement amount that is approved by the Court. If the class action is unsuccessful, we will ensure there are no out-of-pocket costs to you.

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