PFAS: An Emerging Global Liability Issue

PFAS-related risks are attracting increasing attention from regulators, claimants and insurers around the world. As legal and regulatory developments continue to evolve, understanding how different jurisdictions are responding has become increasingly important.

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About PFAS

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been used for decades in a wide range of industrial and consumer products. Their persistence in the environment and potential links to adverse health outcomes have led to increased scrutiny globally.

While scientific, regulatory and legal developments continue to evolve, PFAS is widely regarded as one of the most significant emerging liability issues facing businesses, insurers and policyholders.

Why It Matters to Insurers

PFAS-related exposures may arise across multiple lines of business, including:

Public Liability
Employers' Liability
Environmental Liability
Directors' & Officers' Liability
Professional Liability

As claims develop, insurers may face challenges relating to causation, coverage, regulatory action and cross-border coordination.

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The PFAS Overview brings together perspectives from ILG member firms across multiple jurisdictions and introduces some of the key issues insurers should be monitoring as this area continues to evolve.