Taft partner Robert A. Bilott was recently quoted in the Chicago Tribune and Brattleboro Reformer for his insights on toxic chemicals including PFAS. The articles explore the impact of toxic chemicals found in firefighting gear and cleanup standards for toxic chemicals. To learn more, visit the following links:

• “Firefighters seek donations for waterproof jackets,” Brattleboro Reformer
• “States, military clash on cleanup of toxic chemicals,” Chicago Tribune

Bilott serves as co-lead counsel for the Plaintiff’s Steering Committee (PSC) in Multi-District Litigation (MDL) against DuPont involving PFOA personal injury claims. He also serves as advisory counsel to the PSC in the MDL involving PFAS in firefighting foam. He has been dubbed by The New York Times Magazine as “The Lawyer Who Became DuPont’s Worst Nightmare” in an article published on Jan. 6, 2016. 

Bilott is a member of Taft’s Environmental, Litigation and Product Liability and Personal Injury practices. He represents a diverse range of clients on a wide variety of matters involving federal, state and local environmental laws and related litigation.