3M attempts to contain liability over ‘forever chemicals,’ earplugs, WSJ report

3M’s decision to stop making "forever chemicals" represents a tactical retreat aimed at reducing its potential liability over it products, Bob Tita of The Wall Street Journal reports. 3M is defending itself against allegations that chemicals and products it has made contaminated water and pose health risks. Analysts expect the company to be engaged with these allegations and legal fights for year. The company is also facing liability lawsuits for earplugs manufactured for the military, with claims filed by 230,000 veterans that allege the earplugs failed to protect them. Reference Link