Ground Water Contamination
Groundwater contamination from industrial dumping, agricultural runoff, or leaking underground storage tanks can expose entire communities to hazardous chemicals through their drinking water for years before the contamination is discovered.
Groundwater contamination from industrial dumping, agricultural runoff, or leaking underground storage tanks can expose entire communities to hazardous chemicals through their drinking water for years before the contamination is discovered. Because exposure often occurs gradually and health effects can take years to appear, groundwater contamination cases frequently involve large numbers of affected residents.
Groundwater Contamination Statistics
Between 71 and 95 million people in the continental U.S. — more than 20% of the population — rely on groundwater with some risk of contamination. (U.S. Geological Survey, 2024)
The EPA has addressed groundwater contamination at approximately 85% of Superfund National Priorities List sites where a cleanup remedy has been selected. (EPA)
Recent nationwide testing has identified thousands of sites with detectable PFAS (“forever chemical”) contamination in water supplies. (Environmental Working Group)
Common sources of contamination
- —Industrial dumping and improper disposal of chemical waste
- —Leaking underground storage tanks at gas stations and industrial facilities
- —Agricultural runoff containing pesticides and fertilizers
- —PFAS (“forever chemicals”) from manufacturing and firefighting foam
- —Superfund and other legacy contamination sites
Why these cases are actionable
Companies that contaminate groundwater through improper disposal, leaking storage, or negligent operations can be held liable for the resulting harm to residents who relied on that water supply. These cases often involve complex scientific evidence connecting a specific contamination source to specific health outcomes, and frequently affect entire neighborhoods or communities rather than a single individual.
Frequently Asked Questions
This typically requires scientific evidence connecting your specific exposure to your specific diagnosis. Our attorneys work with experts who can help establish this connection.
If you believe your health has been affected by contaminated groundwater, contact us for a free case evaluation. Jazlowiecki & Jazlowiecki LLC has represented toxic exposure victims for decades. No fee unless we win.
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