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DuPont Files Appeal with West Virginia Supreme Court on Spelter Lawsuit Decision
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The following statement is to be attributed to DuPont General Counsel
"We believe there were many errors that deprived DuPont of a fair trial. DuPont believes it has been unfairly punished for doing the right thing for this property and this community.
"The appeal filed today highlights a number of serious errors committed by
the trial court in the
"DuPont should not be penalized for conducting a remediation under the supervision of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection.
"DuPont's remediation -- and cooperation with state and federal regulators
-- cannot constitute 'wanton, willful or reckless' conduct required under
"We believe the evidence at trial showed that there is no increased risk of disease or need for remediation in the class area. This evidence included soil sampling data showing that contaminant levels on a classwide basis are generally below the safe screening levels established by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection.
"The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in conjunction with the West
Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, also conducted off-site soil
testing prior to DuPont's remediation of the
"DuPont sold the
DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.
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