$27 Million DuPont PFAS Lawsuit Settlement, Hoosick Falls Residents Have Until February 11, 2026 to File Claims
DuPont agreed to pay $27 million to settle claims that it contaminated drinking water in Hoosick Falls, New York with PFOA “forever chemicals.” Claim deadline is February 11, 2026. Residents who lived in Hoosick Falls or owned property there between 1996-2016 can file for compensation covering property damage payments up to $14.57 million and medical monitoring funding of $6 million.
How to File Your Claim Right Now
Settlement Website: https://hoosickfallspfoasettlement.com
Settlement Administrator Contact:
- Phone: 1-888-808-8974
- Email: [email protected]
- Mail: Baker v. DuPont Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 301132, Los Angeles, CA 90030-1132
Claim Deadline: February 11, 2026
If you participated in the 2021 settlement with Saint-Gobain, Honeywell, and 3M, you can file a shorter claim form using your previous claim ID and PIN from your settlement notice.
Who Qualifies for This Settlement?
You may qualify if you fall into one of these three categories:
Medical Monitoring Class:
- Lived in Hoosick Falls Village or Town of Hoosick for at least 6 months between 1996-2016
- Drank water from municipal water system or private well where PFOA was detected
- Had blood test showing PFOA level above 1.86 µg/L
Municipal Water Property Class:
- Owned property supplied by Village Municipal Water System
- Purchased property on or before December 16, 2015
Private Well Property Class:
- Owned property with private well where PFOA was detected
- Owned property when PFOA was discovered through water test on or after December 16, 2015
What Compensation Is Available?
Property Damage Payments: $14.57 million allocated
Your payment depends on your property’s fair market value as of December 2015. The settlement administrator calculates payments using this formula:
(Your property’s market value x $20,700,000) / Total market value of all eligible properties
Medical Monitoring Fund: $6 million allocated
This funds ongoing medical monitoring for enrolled residents. After the 10-year program ends, leftover money gets distributed to participants.
What Documentation You Need
For Medical Monitoring Class:
- Proof of residence for at least 6 months between 1996-2016 (water bills, lease agreement, sworn declaration)
- Blood test results showing PFOA level above 1.86 µg/L (lab results or NY State Department of Health records)
For Municipal Water Property Class:
- Copy of deed to eligible property
For Private Well Property Class:
- Copy of deed to eligible property
- Water test results showing PFOA was detected in property’s private well
Get Help Filing Your Claim
Public Meeting: January 21, 2026 at Hoosick Central School Auditorium – Attorneys will answer questions and explain the settlement
Claims Workshop: January 22, 2026 at Hoosick Falls Armory – Get assistance completing your claim form
What Is PFOA and Why Does It Matter?
PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) is a synthetic “forever chemical” that doesn’t break down naturally in the environment or human body. It was used to manufacture Teflon products at a fabric-coating facility in Hoosick Falls from the late 1960s to 2003.
Health risks linked to PFOA exposure include:
- Kidney cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Liver cancer
- Thyroid disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- High cholesterol
The International Agency for Research on Cancer classified PFOA as a Group 1 human carcinogen. Blood tests showed Hoosick Falls residents had PFOA concentrations more than 30 times higher than average Americans.
What Happened in Hoosick Falls?
In 2014, residents discovered their drinking water contained high levels of PFOA. Testing traced contamination to a nearby Teflon fabric-coating plant on McCaffrey Street.
The facility used foam containing PFOA from the late 1960s to 2003. Air and wastewater emissions from this facility contaminated the groundwater and aquifer, affecting both municipal water supplies and private wells throughout the village and surrounding town.
DuPont manufactured Teflon dispersions containing PFOA that were used at the facility. The lawsuit alleged DuPont knew about PFOA’s health risks long before informing the public.
Timeline of the Lawsuit
2016: Class action lawsuit filed against Saint-Gobain, Honeywell, 3M, and DuPont
2021: Saint-Gobain, Honeywell, and 3M settled for $65.25 million combined
September 2022: Court certified two property damage classes and medical monitoring class against DuPont
July 2025: DuPont agreed to $27 million settlement just before trial
November 13, 2025: Court granted preliminary approval
December 2025: Settlement notices sent to eligible residents
February 11, 2026: Claim filing deadline
Total Recovery Reaches $92 Million
This $27 million settlement with DuPont brings total recovery to $92.25 million for Hoosick Falls residents:
- Saint-Gobain, Honeywell, 3M: $65.25 million (2021)
- DuPont: $27 million (2025)
More than 2,500 claims were submitted in the first settlement. The participation rate was roughly 70% of eligible claimants.
What Lawyers Say About the Settlement
Stephen Schwarz of Faraci Lange, co-lead counsel: “After a nine-year fight that included an interim appeal to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, we are gratified to have reached what we believe will be the final resolution of this case.”
James Bilsborrow of Weitz & Luxenberg, co-lead counsel: “This settlement will bring total distributions to residents for loss of property value to approximately $35,000,000, which is very close to the maximum loss calculated by Dr. Jeffrey Zabel, a real estate economist from Tufts University.”
Your Legal Rights as a Class Member
You can:
File a claim – Submit documentation by February 11, 2026 to receive compensation
Opt out – Exclude yourself from the settlement class if you want to pursue individual legal action
Object – File objections if you disagree with settlement terms
Do nothing – You’ll be bound by the settlement judgment and release claims against DuPont, but receive no payment
If You Don’t File a Claim
If you’re eligible but don’t file by February 11, 2026, you:
- Forfeit any settlement payment
- Are still bound by the settlement’s release
- Cannot pursue separate legal action against DuPont for these claims
The settlement releases DuPont from all PFOA contamination claims related to Hoosick Falls, regardless of whether you file a claim or receive payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I qualify if I only lived in Hoosick Falls for a few months?
You must have lived there for at least 6 consecutive months between 1996-2016 to qualify for medical monitoring class. Property classes have different residency requirements based on ownership dates.
What if I rented property instead of owning it?
The property damage classes are for property owners only. If you rented, you may still qualify for the medical monitoring class if you meet those requirements.
Can I file if I already received payment from the 2021 settlement?
Yes. This is a separate settlement covering additional claims against DuPont. Prior participants can file using a shorter claim form with their previous claim ID and PIN.
How long until I receive payment?
Payment timing depends on how quickly the claims administrator processes all claims and determines eligibility. Payments typically occur several months after the claim deadline once all valid claims are verified.
What if my blood test showed PFOA but below 1.86 µg/L?
The medical monitoring class specifically requires PFOA levels above 1.86 µg/L. If your level was below this threshold, you don’t qualify for medical monitoring benefits under this settlement.
Are commercial properties eligible?
No. Only properties used at least in part for residential purposes qualify. Properties used exclusively for non-residential purposes don’t qualify for property damage payments.
What if I can’t find my old water bills or blood test results?
Contact the settlement administrator at 1-888-808-8974 for guidance. They may accept alternative documentation like sworn declarations, lease agreements, or records from NY State Department of Health.
Can I get help completing my claim form?
Yes. Attorneys will hold a public meeting January 21, 2026 at Hoosick Central School Auditorium and a workshop January 22, 2026 at Hoosick Falls Armory to assist with claim forms.
Similar PFAS Settlements Across the Country
3M Settlement: $12.5 billion to public water systems nationwide for PFAS remediation
DuPont/Chemours/Corteva New Jersey Settlement: $875 million over 25 years plus $1.2 billion remediation fund
DuPont Public Water System Settlement: $1.185 billion nationwide settlement with public water systems
These settlements reflect growing recognition of PFAS contamination as a nationwide environmental crisis affecting thousands of communities.
What This Means for Other PFAS Cases
The Hoosick Falls case demonstrates that communities can successfully hold chemical manufacturers accountable for “forever chemical” contamination.
As of July 2025, more than 11,000 PFAS lawsuits were pending in federal court, consolidated in multidistrict litigation (MDL 2873) in the District of South Carolina. The first bellwether trial was scheduled for October 2025.
Local activist Loreen Hackett told reporters: “To other communities experiencing PFAS contamination, no matter how small, it IS possible that David can beat Goliath. With the horrors Hoosick Falls has dealt with in the past decade, I hope that our entire community rising up with grit and persistence is proof positive of that.”
What You Should Do Right Now
1. Check your eligibility – Review the three class definitions to see if you qualify
2. Gather documentation – Collect proof of residence, property deeds, blood test results, or water test results
3. File your claim – Visit hoosickfallspfoasettlement.com or call 1-888-808-8974
4. Mark your calendar – Claim deadline is February 11, 2026
5. Attend help sessions – Public meeting January 21 and workshop January 22, 2026
6. Act now – Don’t wait until the last minute to file
Important Reminders
- The claim deadline of February 11, 2026 is firm. Late claims won’t be accepted.
- Even if you received payment from the 2021 settlement, you must file a new claim for this DuPont settlement.
- Notices were sent via email and regular mail in early December 2025, but it’s your responsibility to file by the deadline.
- Contact the settlement administrator immediately if you have questions about eligibility or documentation requirements.
- Keep copies of everything you submit.
This article provides general information about the DuPont Hoosick Falls PFAS settlement and is not legal advice. For specific legal guidance, consult a qualified attorney or contact the settlement administrator at 1-888-808-8974.
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