PFAS Water Settlement Reached for Summerville Residents
Defendants: Pulcra Chemicals LLC, Huntsman International LLC, Mount Vernon Mills Inc., Town of Trion, Ga.
Residents of Summerville, Georgia, who paid for city water service between January 2020 and March 5, 2025, may now qualify for free bottled water delivery or a permanent in-home filtration system as part of a $1 million class action settlement related to PFAS contamination.
The lawsuit accused the defendants of polluting the city’s drinking water supply with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals.” While the parties deny any wrongdoing, they agreed to settle the case to avoid further litigation.
Who’s Eligible?
You may qualify if:
- You were a current account holder, ratepayer, or water/sewer service user from the City of Summerville, Ga.
- You resided at a property that received Summerville water service.
Eligibility by defendant:
- For Pulcra Chemicals LLC: You must have paid for Summerville water between Jan. 1, 2020, and Jan. 23, 2025.
- For Huntsman International LLC, Mount Vernon Mills Inc., and Town of Trion, Ga.: You must have paid for Summerville water between Jan. 1, 2020, and Mar. 5, 2025.
Note:
- Only one claim per property is allowed.
- Renters are eligible, but must obtain landlord approval for the filtration system option.
What Are the Benefits?
Eligible claimants may choose one of the following options:
Permanent In-Home Filtration System
- Installed by Fontis Water Inc.
- May require home modifications (e.g., drilling into countertops)
- Landlord consent required for renters
Bottled Water Delivery
- Regular delivery of 5-gallon jugs of PFAS-free spring water to homes or businesses
- Duration and quantity will depend on available funds and number of claimants
How to File a Claim
You can:
- Submit a claim online through the official settlement site
- Or, download the PDF claim form, then mail or email it to the administrator
Claim form address:
Edgar C. Gentle, III
501 Riverchase Parkway East, Ste. 100
Hoover, AL 35244
Email: settlement@summervilleclasssettlement.com
Required Information:
- Your Social Security number
- Renters: Landlord’s contact info and signature (for filtration system)
Settlement Fund Breakdown
The $1 million settlement covers:
- Attorneys’ fees and expenses: Up to $250,000
- Settlement administration costs and service awards: TBD
- Benefits to claimants: Water filtration systems and bottled water delivery
Key Dates
- Final Approval (Fairness) Hearing: June 11, 2025
- Benefit distribution date: After court approval and resolution of any appeals
Why Was There a Settlement?
The lawsuit alleged that industrial activities by the defendants resulted in PFAS contamination in Summerville’s drinking water, impacting residential and commercial users alike. Although the defendants deny liability, they agreed to the settlement to provide prompt relief to affected residents and avoid further court proceedings.
Sources:
Benefit: Free in-home filtration or bottled water
Deadline: TBD (after final approval)
Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.
