An AFFF lawsuit is a legal action taken against manufacturers of Aqueous Film Forming Foam, a firefighting foam used extensively by military and civilian firefighting units. This foam contains PFAS chemicals, often referred to as “forever chemicals,” due to their persistence in the environment and the human body, leading to significant health risks.

The Environmental Protection Agency and groups like the Environmental Working Group have raised concerns about the toxicity of these substances, which have been linked to cancer, thyroid disease, and other health issues. Victims of AFFF exposure file lawsuits to seek compensation for their injuries from the foam’s manufacturers, citing negligence in failing to warn of the foam’s dangers. These legal actions aim to hold manufacturers accountable for the contamination of water supplies, the environment, and the impact on human health.

Who qualifies for the AFFF foam lawsuit?

Individuals who qualify for the AFFF foam lawsuit are those who have been exposed to AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) and subsequently suffered from health issues as a result. This includes firefighters—both military and civilian—who have used AFFF firefighting foam in their duties, as well as individuals living or working in areas contaminated by these foams. The health issues linked to AFFF exposure include a range of cancers such as kidney cancer, prostate cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, and bladder cancer.

The lawsuit also extends to those who have faced direct exposure through their environment, particularly in areas where water contamination from AFFF has been identified. This can include communities near military bases, where AFFF was regularly used in training exercises and emergency responses, leading to significant PFAS contamination.

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with cancer or another serious health condition after being exposed to AFFF firefighting foam, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim. This legal action seeks to hold the manufacturers of AFFF, as well as entities that supplied and used the foam, accountable for not adequately warning about the risks associated with its use. Victims are encouraged to come forward to seek compensation for their suffering and to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages related to their exposure and subsequent health issues.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

Unfortunately, men and women who perform military duty as firefighters in the United States are at serious risk of being harmed by this cancer-causing foam. Symptoms and side effects resulting from exposure to the allegedly toxic chemicals in firefighting foam include, but are not limited to:

Bladder Cancer

Infertility

Kidney Cancer

Kidney Damage

Leukemia

Lymphoma
Pancreatic Cancer

Prostate Cancer

Skin Cancer

Testicular Cancer

Other Cancers

Today, the companies that produced firefighting foams with PFAS are coming under legal and medical scrutiny. 3M, the manufacturer credited with first producing this firefighting foam, was aware the foam was dangerous for more than 40 years and did nothing. The company had records showing the dangers PFAS presented to people & the environment dating back to 1970. However, they hid this information from the public. Furthermore, when 3M sold the chemicals to DuPont, they included the label "Cancer Warning: Contains a chemical which can cause cancer."

If you or a loved one have developed cancer after being exposed to Firefighting Foam (AFFF); you need to speak up! You might be eligible for financial compensation for your pain and suffering. Don’t suffer in silence. Filing an AFFF lawsuit is a crucial step towards seeking justice and compensation for the harm caused by exposure to toxic firefighting foams.

Submit your free claim review today!
.