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Accidental Discovery of Teflon
- Roy Plunkett, a DuPont chemist, accidentally discovered Teflon while experimenting with refrigerants.
- This unexpected discovery revolutionized consumer products and made DuPont a fortune.
Tennant's Documentation
- Earl Tennant documented the mysterious deaths of his cattle and the pollution of his creek, suspecting DuPont's landfill.
- Despite numerous calls to authorities, his concerns were ignored, leading him to document evidence.
Bilott's Reluctant Agreement
- Robert Bilott, a corporate lawyer, received a call from Earl Tennant, a West Virginia farmer, about dying cattle.
- Despite initial reluctance, Bilott agreed to meet with Tennant after hearing his plea and connection to his grandmother's hometown.