PFAS Phase 2 Water System Settlement Time-Sensitive Opportunity for Public Water Systems
The Settlement Is Reached. The Funding Is Available. The Window Is Closing.
If you manage a public water system that may have been contaminated by PFAS “forever chemicals,” there is a fully resolved settlement that could provide millions of dollars for remediation, cleanup, and system improvements – but the Phase 2 submission deadline is approaching.
This is not about litigation or proving liability. The settlement is done. The question now is whether your system has been evaluated, tested, and properly submitted before time runs out.
What Makes Phase 2 Different
Who Qualifies
Public water systems that have detected – or may reasonably have – PFAS contamination from sources such as:
- Nearby airports or military installations where AFFF firefighting foam was used
- Industrial or manufacturing facilities
- Waste disposal sites
- Historical firefighting training areas
- Other commercial operations
Many eligible systems have not yet been identified or evaluated. If your system serves a community near any of these potential sources, you may qualify for significant settlement funds.
What Needs to Happen – Quickly
To participate in Phase 2, systems must complete:
- PFAS sampling and testing to document contamination levels
- Engineering review and analysis of system impacts
- Damage calculations for remediation and future costs
- Administrative submission meeting all technical and regulatory requirements
Each step takes time. The sooner this process begins, the better your chances of meeting the deadline.
The Public Entity Challenge
We understand the unique complexities public water systems face:
- Budget constraints and procurement requirements
- Political considerations and public transparency obligations
- Regulatory compliance at state and federal levels
- Limited staff resources for managing complex technical submissions
- Accountability to taxpayers and ratepayers
You need a legal team that understands not just the settlement mechanics, but also the realities of how public entities operate.
Why Ron Austin Law
Ron Austin Law brings national experience in mass tort and environmental litigation, with a proven track record in high-stakes cases that demand both legal skill and strategic coordination:
- $1 billion landmark judgment against Exxon Mobil in environmental contamination
- $20.5 million class action settlement for defective construction affecting an entire community
- Nationwide litigation experience across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory frameworks
- Resources to manage complex technical requirements including expert coordination and testing logistics
We have already handled some of the largest PFAS water system claims in Phase 1. We know what it takes to submit complete, compliant claims under tight deadlines – and how to navigate the administrative and political considerations that come with representing public entities.
Most importantly, we work on a contingency basis. Your system pays nothing unless and until we secure recovery.
What Happens Next
If your water system may qualify for Phase 2 settlement funds, here’s how we move forward:
- Initial consultation – We assess your system’s potential eligibility at no cost
- Engagement and authorization – We work with your governing body to formalize representation
- Testing coordination – We arrange PFAS sampling through qualified laboratories
- Technical analysis – Our team works with engineers and damages experts to calculate recovery
- Submission – We prepare and file your complete Phase 2 claim before the deadline
The good news: The settlement is done, and the money is there.
The reality: The door will close soon.
Take Action Now
If you represent or manage a public water system that may have been affected by PFAS contamination, contact Ron Austin Law immediately to discuss your eligibility.
call us now504-502-1831
Time is the limiting factor. Let’s determine whether your system qualifies – and get your submission in before the Phase 2 window closes.
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