Thousands Seek to Join Class Action Lawsuit Against Slovakia Over Toxic PCB Contamination from Chemko Plant

Thousands of people affected by toxic contamination are seeking to join a class action lawsuit against the Slovak state over decades of environmental damage from the former Chemko chemical plant. The case centers on PCB (polychlorinated biphenyl) substances that have been buried in barrels in forests for years, creating a lasting toxic legacy. The contamination from the defunct chemical facility has affected large numbers of residents in the surrounding area, who are now pursuing legal action seeking compensation from the government for the environmental and health damage caused by the improper disposal of hazardous industrial waste.