A second class-action lawsuit against SPS Technologies was filed on February 27 by the Philadelphia-based law firm Anapol Weiss.
“SPS’s negligence and recklessness led to a catastrophic fire that caused significant health risks, property damage and economic loses to surrounding residents and businesses. … Toxic chemicals used in SPS’s manufacturing processes were released into the environment … posing health threats to the community,” Anapol Weiss said in announcing the class action.
“This fire has left an entire community grappling with uncertainty about their health and safety,” said Kila Baldwin of Anapol Weiss. “Medical monitoring is essential to ensuring that those exposed to hazardous chemicals receive early detection and necessary care for potential long-term health consequences.”
The announcement notes that “homeowners in the area have experienced extensive property damage, and businesses have reported financial losses. Businesses not only lost revenue during the shutdown, but many also continued to struggle afterward, as customers chose to go elsewhere due to concerns about the area’s air and water safety.”
The plaintiffs listed are Colleen McKelvey, Kimberly and Mark Druckenmiller (h/w), Hayley Doyle, and Summit Group LLC d/b/a The Lightbridge Academy of Glenside “individually and on behalf of all others
similarly situated.”
The plaintiffs allege SPS failed to implement reasonable fire prevention and hazardous material storage protocols, despite known risks. The lawsuit brings claims of negligence, private and public nuisance, and seeks medical monitoring for affected residents due to their exposure to toxic fumes. Plaintiffs also seek compensatory and punitive damages for economic losses, property damage, emotional distress, and personal injuries resulting from the disaster, Anapol Weiss wrote.
“This lawsuit aims to hold SPS accountable and provide relief for families and businesses who have suffered because of this disaster,” Baldwin said. “Beyond immediate damages, long-term health risks must be addressed, and SPS must take responsibility for preventing future catastrophes.”
The first lawsuit filed against SPS Technologies was filed on Thursday, February 20 by Wyncote resident Marlo Jones, a school bus operator for one of the school districts that was forced to close due to the incident.
The Anapol Weiss lawsuit is below:
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