If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in Chicago, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in Chicago, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in Chicago or the greater Chicagoland area – you may be eligible to file a Chicago motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Chicago at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file a Chicago bike accident lawsuit.
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Chicago is one of the nation’s largest construction centers.
Thousands of men and women work on sites across the city and metropolitan area on tasks ranging from skilled trades to administrative operations.
Unfortunately, construction site accidents are fairly common.
Contact TorHoerman Law to discuss your legal options with an experienced Chicago construction accident lawyer, free of charge and no obligation required.
Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect can occur, leaving residents at risk and vulnerable.
Contact an experienced Chicago nursing home abuse attorney from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.
If you are a resident of Chicago, or the greater Chicagoland area, and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in Chicago you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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TorHoerman Law offers free, no-obligation case consultations for all potential clients.
When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
Contact the experienced Edwardsville personal injury lawyers from TorHoerman Law for a free, no-obligation Edwardsville personal injury lawsuit case consultation today.
If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in Edwardsville, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in Edwardsville, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in Edwardsville – you may be eligible to file an Edwardsville motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Edwardsville at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file an Edwardsville bike accident lawsuit.
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Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect can occur, leaving residents at risk and vulnerable.
Contact an experienced Edwardsville nursing home abuse attorney from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.
If you are a resident of Edwardsville and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in Edwardsville you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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TorHoerman Law offers free, no-obligation case consultations for all potential clients.
When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries on someone else’s property in Edwardsville IL, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
If property owners fail to keep their premises safe, and their negligence leads to injuries, property damages or other losses as a result of an accident or incident, a premises liability lawsuit may be possible.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in St. Louis, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in St. Louis, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in St. Louis or the greater St. Louis area – you may be eligible to file a St. Louis motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in St. Louis at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file a St. Louis bike accident lawsuit.
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St. Louis is one of the nation’s largest construction centers.
Thousands of men and women work on sites across the city and metropolitan area on tasks ranging from skilled trades to administrative operations.
Unfortunately, construction site accidents are fairly common.
Contact TorHoerman Law to discuss your legal options with an experienced St. Louis construction accident lawyer, free of charge and no obligation required.
Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect can occur, leaving residents at risk and vulnerable.
Contact an experienced St. Louis nursing home abuse attorney from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.
If you are a resident of St. Louis, or the greater St. Louis area, and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in St. Louis you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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TorHoerman Law offers free, no-obligation case consultations for all potential clients.
When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
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Tepezza, approved by the FDA in 2020, is used to treat Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), but some patients have reported hearing issues after its use.
The Tepezza lawsuit claims that Horizon Therapeutics failed to warn patients about the potential risks and side effects of the drug, leading to hearing loss and other problems, such as tinnitus.
You may be eligible to file a Tepezza Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Tepezza and subsequently suffered permanent hearing loss or tinnitus.
Elmiron, a drug prescribed for interstitial cystitis, has been linked to serious eye damage and vision problems in scientific studies.
Thousands of Elmiron Lawsuits have been filed against Janssen Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer, alleging that the company failed to warn patients about the potential risks.
You may be eligible to file an Elmiron Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Elmiron and subsequently suffered vision loss, blindness, or any other eye injury linked to the prescription drug.
Suboxone, a medication often used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD), has become a vital tool which offers a safer and more controlled approach to managing opioid addiction.
Despite its widespread use, Suboxone has been linked to severe tooth decay and dental injuries.
Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuits claim that the companies failed to warn about the risks of tooth decay and other dental injuries associated with Suboxone sublingual films.
The chemotherapy drug Taxotere, commonly used for breast cancer treatment, has been linked to severe eye injuries, permanent vision loss, and permanent hair loss.
Taxotere Lawsuits are being filed by breast cancer patients and others who have taken the chemotherapy drug and subsequently developed vision problems.
If you or a loved one used Taxotere and subsequently developed vision damage or other related medical problems, you may be eligible to file a Taxotere Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
Tylenol (Acetaminophen), one of the most popular over the counter medications for pain relief and high fever, has been associated with an increased risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and other developmental disorders in children exposed to Acetaminophen during pregnancy.
You may be eligible to file a Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawsuit / Acetaminophen Autism ADHD Claim if you or a loved one used Tylenol and/ or Acetaminophen during pregnancy, and your child was subsequently diagnosed with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Recent scientific studies have found that the use of chemical hair straightening products, hair relaxers, and other hair products present an increased risk of uterine cancer, endometrial cancer, breast cancer, and other health problems.
Legal action is being taken against manufacturers and producers of these hair products for their failure to properly warn consumers of potential health risks.
You may be eligible to file a Hair Straightener Cancer Lawsuit if you or a loved one used chemical hair straighteners, hair relaxers, or other similar hair products, and subsequently were diagnosed with:
Nearly 200,000 Exactech hip, knee and ankle implants have been recalled due to packaging errors that can lead to the breakdown of parts vital to the device’s function.
Injuries related to recalled Exactech joint replacement devices may require patients to undergo revision surgery.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an Exactech implant device, you may be entitled to financial compensation by filing an Exactech Implant Lawsuit.
Patients with the PowerPort devices may possibly be at a higher risk of serious complications or injury due to a catheter failure, according to lawsuits filed against the manufacturers of the Bard PowerPort Device.
If you or a loved one have been injured by a Bard PowerPort Device, you may be eligible to file a Bard PowerPort Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
The Paragard IUD, a non-hormonal birth control device, has been linked to serious complications, including device breakage during removal.
Numerous lawsuits have been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Paragard, alleging that the company failed to warn about the potential risks.
If you or a loved one used a Paragard IUD and subsequently suffered complications and/or injuries, you may qualify for a Paragard Lawsuit.
Although pressure cookers were designed to be safe and easy to use, a number of these devices have been found to have a defect that can lead to excessive buildup of internal pressure.
The excessive pressure may result in an explosion that puts users at risk of serious injuries such as burns, lacerations, an even electrocution.
If your pressure cooker exploded and caused substantial burn injuries or other serious injuries, you may be eligible to file a Pressure Cooker Lawsuit and secure financial compensation for your injuries and damages.
Several studies have found a correlation between heavy social media use and mental health challenges, especially among younger users.
Social media harm lawsuits claim that social media companies are responsible for onsetting or heightening mental health problems, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other negative experiences of teens and children
You may be eligible to file a Social Media Mental Health Lawsuit if you are the parents of a teen, or teens, who attribute their use of social media platforms to their mental health problems.
Vaginal Mesh Lawsuits are being filed against manufacturers of transvaginal mesh products for injuries, pain and suffering, and financial costs related to complications and injuries of these medical devices.
Over 100,000 Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuits have been filed on behalf of women injured by vaginal mesh and pelvic mesh products.
If you or a loved one have suffered serious complications or injuries from vaginal mesh, you may be eligible to file a Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit.
Camp Lejeune, a military base in North Carolina, experienced water contamination between 1953 and 1987, exposing over one million residents to harmful chemicals.
The water contamination has been linked to various health issues, including cancers, birth defects, and other diseases — leading to the filing of the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit.
You may qualify for the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit if you lived or worked at Camp Lejeune for 30+ days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987 and have since suffered health effects from the decades of water contamination that occurred.
AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) is a firefighting foam that has been linked to various health issues, including cancer, due to its PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) content.
Numerous AFFF Lawsuits have been filed against AFFF manufacturers, alleging that they knew about the health risks but failed to warn the public.
AFFF Firefighting Foam lawsuits aim to hold manufacturers accountable for putting peoples’ health at risk.
You may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit if you or a loved one was exposed to firefighting foam and subsequently developed cancer.
Paraquat, a widely-used herbicide, has been linked to Parkinson’s disease, leading to numerous Paraquat Parkinson’s Disease Lawsuits against its manufacturers for failing to warn about the risks of chronic exposure.
Due to its toxicity, the EPA has restricted the use of Paraquat and it is currently banned in over 30 countries.
You may be eligible to file a Paraquat Lawsuit if you or a loved one were exposed to Paraquat and subsequently diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease or other related health conditions.
Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer primarily caused by exposure to asbestos.
Asbestos trust funds were established in the 1970s to compensate workers harmed by asbestos-containing products.
These funds are designed to pay out claims to those who developed mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases due to exposure.
Those exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma may be eligible to file a Mesothelioma Lawsuit.
PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) are man-made chemicals that were widely used in various industries until they were banned in 1979 due to their toxic nature and potential health risks.
Exposure to PCBs can lead to serious health issues, including cancer, reproductive problems, and immune system disorders.
PCB Exposure Lawsuits claim that manufacturers knew about the dangers but failed to warn the public, leading to numerous PCB exposure settlements and verdicts in favor of the victims.
The Roundup Lawsuit claims that Monsanto’s popular weed killer, Roundup, causes cancer.
Numerous studies have linked the main ingredient, glyphosate, to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Leukemia, and other Lymphatic cancers.
Despite this, Monsanto continues to deny these claims.
Victims of Roundup exposure who developed cancer are filing Roundup Lawsuits against Monsanto, seeking compensation for medical expenses, pain, and suffering.
Studies have found a link between toxic baby formula and Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) — a severe intestinal condition in premature infants.
Parents and guardians are filing NEC Lawsuits against baby formula manufacturers, alleging that the formulas contain harmful ingredients leading to NEC.
Despite the claims, Abbott and Mead Johnson deny the allegations, arguing that their products are thoroughly researched and dismissing the scientific evidence linking their formulas to NEC, while the FDA issued a warning to Abbott regarding safety concerns of a formula product.
You may be eligible to file a Toxic Baby Formula NEC Lawsuit if your child received baby bovine-based (cow’s milk) baby formula in the maternity ward or NICU of a hospital and was subsequently diagnosed with Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC).
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Chemical Manufacturers face legal action over Firefighting Foam Cancer Risk
AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) is a firefighting foam that has been linked to various health issues, including cancer, due to its PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) content.
Numerous lawsuits have been filed against AFFF manufacturers, alleging that they knew about the health risks but failed to warn the public.
The law firm TorHoerman Law is actively investigating AFFF cases and offering free consultations for individuals who believe they have been harmed by the foam.
Manufacturers like DuPont and 3M have settled for over $1 billion due to water contamination lawsuits from PFAS chemicals.
The billion-dollar settlement is designated for contaminated public water systems, with individual health-related AFFF lawsuits still in progress.
Lawyers are still seeking clients affected by AFFF exposure, offering free consultations for potential lawsuits.
Toxic chemicals in Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF Firefighting Foam) have been linked to numerous types of cancer, including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, kidney cancer, pancreatic cancer, and more.
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals, also known as forever chemicals, used to make AFFF firefighting foam do not break down, remaining in the environment and in human blood indefinitely.
AFFF Firefighting Foam lawsuits aim to hold manufacturers accountable for putting peoples’ health at risk.
If you’re considering filing an AFFF Lawsuit or AFFF Firefighting Foam Lawsuit, you likely have some questions.
Below, our attorneys look at the studies conducted on the AFFF Firefighting Foam, and evidence linking these chemicals to various forms of cancer.
If you or a loved one was exposed to firefighting foam and subsequently developed cancer, contact an attorney from TorHoerman Law for a free, no-obligation legal consultation today and find out if you qualify for a firefighting foam lawsuit.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing, and our AFFF Lawyers are accepting clients from all 50 states.
The AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) litigation is moving forward through the establishment of a procedural framework aimed at analyzing the scientific basis of claims that the foam’s chemicals cause liver and thyroid cancer.
A crucial component of this process is the upcoming “Science Day,” where experts will brief the MDL judge on relevant scientific and medical evidence, which are at the center of these cases.
This litigation phase includes selecting specific liver and thyroid cancer cases for the bellwether process, which simulates trial conditions to predict jury response to evidence and testimonies.
Critical deadlines have been set for the parties to exchange scientific studies supporting or contesting the cancer claims, culminating in the Science Day presentations.
Following this, a 60-day window is allocated for establishing a detailed plan for proceeding with these bellwether trials.
This all comes after the 3M Company settled water contamination claims with local water suppliers for over $10.3 billion.
Cancer claims due to AFFF exposure remain pending and have not been settled yet.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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Currently, a total of 7,170 AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) Lawsuits are pending consolidation according to the most recent JPML filings.
Multidistrict Litigations (MDLs) are legal procedures in the United States designed to handle multiple related civil lawsuits that involve similar issues, facts or defendants.
When numerous individuals or entities file lawsuits related to a common set of circumstances, such as product liability, pharmaceuticals, or mass tort cases, these cases can be consolidated into a single federal district court for pretrial proceedings.
The AFFF MDLs aims to streamline the litigation process by centralizing the discovery process, reducing duplication of efforts, and ensuring consistent rulings on key legal issues.
The increase of 176 cases in the previous month illustrates the continued momentum of the AFFF MDL case.
A previous settlement deal was reached that addressed water contamination cases, but the litigation surrounding individual exposure to Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) is ongoing.
If you or someone you know has suffered injuries due to AFFF, it’s important to explore your legal options
TorHoerman Law is here to offer guidance and support.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing, and our AFFF Lawyers are accepting clients from all 50 states.
DuPont, 3M, and other major manufacturers of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have agreed to a settlement worth over $1 billion in litigation involving local governments and utilities across the country whose water was contaminated by forever chemicals.
PFAS are known as forever chemicals as they do not break down in the environment.
When these chemicals are used, the runoff can move through soils and contaminate drinking water sources.
These cancer-causing chemicals are contained in Aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF).
AFFFs have been used to combat liquid-fueled fires and are commonly used on military bases, airports, chemical plants, and fire stations.
PFAS do not break down in the environment or in the human body.
When exposed to these chemicals, humans have an increased chance of developing cancer as well as other health risks.
The plaintiffs in the AFFF Litigation are not only water providers and property owners, but also individuals with personal injury claims against the companies.
The settlement mentioned above will serve as a collective fund for public water systems that have been contaminated by PFAS.
Individual lawsuits for AFFF exposure are ongoing and have not yet been resolved, but AFFF Lawyers are optimistic that the lawsuits will be resolved soon.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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Connecticut’s Attorney General has filed two lawsuits against 28 chemical manufacturers, alleging that they knowingly contaminated the state’s waters and natural resources with PFAS chemicals.
The lawsuits seek to hold these companies accountable for PFAS contamination originating from two sources: the Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) used in firefighting, and PFAS used in manufacturing and added to consumer products like food packaging, cookware, carpeting, upholstery, clothing, and cosmetics.
PFAS can persist indefinitely in the environment and is known to cause severe health problems, including various cancers, liver damage, birth defects, high cholesterol, infertility, and diabetes.
The lawsuits aim to obtain injunctive and monetary relief, requiring the companies to dispose of their toxic chemical stocks, abate pollution in Connecticut, disclose research, and compensate the state for remediation and testing expenses.
The complaints also seek penalties for violations of state laws dating back decades.
The companies are alleged to have known about the toxicity and persistence of PFAS since the 1950s but failed to protect the public, leading to widespread contamination.
Connecticut has already taken steps to ban the use of PFAS in firefighting foam and food packaging, but the state continues to deal with the aftermath of PFAS contamination.
The lawsuits highlight contamination in various water systems and call for accountability from the chemical manufacturers responsible for the pollution.
The legal actions represent Connecticut’s effort to address the serious health and environmental consequences associated with PFAS contamination and hold responsible parties accountable for their actions.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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The U.S. District Judge overseeing all lawsuits related to injuries caused by aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), a firefighting chemical, has granted the parties a 24-week period for core discovery in a selection of cases.
All AFFF lawsuits are consolidated before U.S. District Judge Richard M. Gergel in South Carolina for coordinated discovery, pretrial procedures, and early bellwether trials.
While many pending claims involve workplace exposure to AFFF, the judge is prioritizing water contamination cases for the initial trials.
Initial cases involve plaintiffs exposed to contaminated water near specific locations.
A recent case management order affirms that the court has accepted the lists of potential trial cases and outlines the core discovery process for the initial Personal Injury Bellwether Discovery Pool.
The discovery process involves exchanging relevant documents and information and conducting limited depositions over 24 weeks.
Following core discovery, the parties will narrow down the cases to a set of “Initial Personal Injury Bellwether Trial Pool Plaintiffs.”
These cases will undergo additional preparation for trial, including expert reports and dispositive motions practice.
Eight weeks before completing core discovery, the parties are expected to propose a process for selecting the initial personal injury bellwether trial pool plaintiffs, as well as the process leading to the first bellwether trial.
While the outcomes of these early trials will not have a binding impact on other claims, they may influence future firefighter cancer settlement negotiations and the resolution of the litigation.
Apart from individual firefighter claims, the manufacturers also face AFFF water provider lawsuits brought by cities, states, and municipalities seeking damages for removing toxic chemicals from local water supplies.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez has filed a lawsuit against 25 manufacturers of firefighting foam products containing harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
The lawsuit alleges that these companies violated state consumer protection and tort laws by concealing the risks of PFAS products to the environment and human health while continuing to profit from their sale.
The lawsuit seeks to hold the defendants responsible for all PFAS-related costs, including testing, treatment, and monitoring of the state’s natural resources, as well as compensation for residents for the loss of natural resources, disposal costs, civil penalties, restitution, disgorgement, and punitive damages, among other things.
The case filed by the Hawaii AG is the most recent action taken against manufacturers of AFFF, adding to the thousands of claims filed by individuals who have been exposed.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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Parties involved in the federal litigation concerning toxic chemicals in aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) are preparing to submit a list of personal injury claims that qualify as initial bellwether test cases.
The U.S District Judge overseeing the AFFF MDL will then select 28 cases for case-specific discovery and preparation for test trials.
Bellwether trials in multidistrict litigation are a small group of cases selected to be tried first, serving as a test to gauge trends in a larger number of similar cases.
These initial trials help both parties understand how juries might respond to evidence and testimony, guiding the resolution of remaining cases in the AFFF litigation.
Several manufacturers, including 3M Company, Tyco Fire Products, and Chemguard, Inc., are facing lawsuits alleging they failed to disclose health risks associated with PFAS chemicals in AFFF, as well as the risk of widespread water contamination.
All AFFF lawsuits are currently centralized before U.S. District Judge Richard M. Gergel in the District of South Carolina for coordinated discovery, pretrial proceedings, and early bellwether trials.
While many firefighting foam lawsuits claim direct exposure, the first trial dates will prioritize AFFF water contamination cases.
Apart from individual lawsuits, manufacturers also face countless AFFF water contamination lawsuits from cities, states, and municipalities.
In June 2023, 3M Company agreed to pay over $12.5 billion in an AFFF water contamination settlement with local water suppliers, but there have been no reported settlements in AFFF personal injury lawsuits, and none of these individual claims have gone before a jury as of yet.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing, and our AFFF Lawyers are accepting clients from all 50 states.
More than 6,400 AFFF Lawsuits have been centralized in the US District Court for the District of South Carolina.
The focus of the AFFF litigation lately has been on water contamination cases, but lawyers are still accepting cases for individuals who have been exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems.
Many local municipalities, including Myrtle Beach, Georgetown, and North Myrtle Beach, are choosing to turn down a substantial amount of money totaling $10.3 billion from a settlement related to PFAS contamination.
The settlement involves chemical manufacturers 3M and DuPont agreeing to pay these funds.
Experts argue that while it’s a good start, it won’t be enough to fully address the PFAS contamination in America’s drinking water.
PFAS contamination in water systems across the United States has become a major concern, and the use of AFFF firefighting foam has been known to contribute to the issue.
If the settlement is accepted, the money would be distributed among all U.S. public drinking water systems that detect PFAS in their water, but some municipalities are opting out due to concerns about the amount being divided among many sources and the inability to file future claims based on new findings.
The deadline for agencies to opt out is approaching, and South Carolina’s Attorney General has filed a separate lawsuit for natural resource contamination related to PFAS, which is proceeding independently of the water provider settlements.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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The Delaware Attorney General, Kathy Jennings, filed a lawsuit against 14 companies, including 3M, over their production of firefighting foam containing “forever chemicals” which have allegedly contaminated soil and aquifers in the state.
The lawsuit alleges that these companies, involved in producing aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), introduced PFAS into the environment, causing damage and health risks for residents.
The state conducted a two-year investigation, including environmental sampling and corporate record reviews, prior to the lawsuit.
Delaware’s previous success in negotiating a $50 million settlement involving PFAS products from companies linked to DuPont led to commitments totaling over $1.1 billion nationwide to resolve PFAS-related claims.
The current lawsuit seeks monetary damages, natural resource compensation, and expenses for testing and responding to contamination caused by the defendants’ PFAS-containing firefighting products.
The lawsuit details alleged attempts by companies, particularly 3M, to conceal the dangers of PFAS and their products, claiming 3M was aware of the risks linked to PFAS since the 1950s and purposefully misled the public.
3M stated it will defend itself in court and is addressing PFAS issues by remediating, investing in water treatment, and collaborating with affected communities.
The case also targets the other 12 companies, suggesting they likely knew the risks associated with PFAS through industry groups and should have been aware of potential dangers associated with their products.
The lawsuit emphasizes the accountability of these companies for the environmental and health impacts caused by their PFAS-containing firefighting foams.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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In a recent study, a nested case-control investigation analyzed patients with thyroid cancer, using plasma samples collected before or at the time of their cancer diagnosis.
The study involved 88 patients with thyroid cancer, matched with 88 healthy controls based on various factors.
The research found that there was a 56% increased rate of thyroid cancer diagnosis associated with higher levels of perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (n-PFOS).
This positive association remained significant when analyzing a subset of thyroid cancer cases diagnosed one year or more after plasma sample collection.
These findings suggest a connection between exposure to PFAS and an increased risk of (papillary) thyroid cancer, raising global concerns given the widespread exposure to PFAS.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing, and our AFFF Lawyers are accepting clients from all 50 states.
The AFFF MDL for individual lawsuits claiming injuries subsequent to AFFF exposure is growing, with nearly 6,000 individual AFFF Lawsuits consolidated into the multidistrict litigation (MDL).
AFFF Lawsuits filed by municipalities for water contamination are nearing a global settlement reportedly worth over $10.3 billion.
The settlement deal would pay for clean-up and remediation costs for municipalities across the country that have dealt with PFAS contamination from AFFF products in local water supplies.
Municipalities welcome this settlement deal, expressing satisfaction that it will be the polluters footing the bill for clean-up, and not the affected residents.
Now, the focus remains on individuals who have filed AFFF Lawsuits against the same set of manufacturers, alleging that their health problems stemmed from exposure to AFFF firefighting foam.
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A new study on the chemicals released from AFFF (aqueous film forming foam) has directly linked AFFF to testicular cancer among male veterans, specifically those who worked as firemen.
The study found that a disproportionate number of military personnel who worked with the foam during their time in service developed testicular cancer later in life.
To conduct the study, researchers drew blood from a group of Air Force veterans which included some who worked as firefighters and some who did not.
After analyzing blood samples, researchers discovered compelling proof that airmen working as firefighters exhibited heightened levels of PFAS in their bloodstream.
They also observed less substantial evidence for individuals residing on sites where the drinking water contained high levels of PFAS.
Additionally, the study’s co-author, Mark Purdue, a senior investigator at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), noted that airmen afflicted with testicular cancer displayed elevated serum levels of PFAS compared to those without a cancer diagnosis.
These new findings only further highlight the dangers of AFFF and the forever chemicals inside of them.
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Tyco Fire Protection Products has announced that it will stop producing and selling fluorinated firefighting foams, including Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF), by June 2024.
Instead, the company will transition to non-fluorinated foam alternatives.
The decision comes as part of their commitment to providing “more sustainable and effective solutions” for their customers.
The company is reaching out to current foam customers to recommend suitable fire suppression alternatives for their specific needs.
Tyco Fire Protection Products is named as a defendant in the AFFF Lawsuit, and has also previously paid settlements to municipalities in litigation concerning PFAS contamination resulting from firefighting foam usage.
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Kentucky has taken legal action against 3M, Chemours, DuPont, and other chemical companies, holding them accountable for the release of PFAS contaminants into the environment within the state.
These PFAS substances originated from the use of AFFF during firefighting operations.
According to the lawsuit, the companies were aware of the risks associated with PFAS and their AFFF products left behind these harmful substances in the environment.
However, Tyco, a government contractor, argues that it produced AFFF as per the government’s specifications and should be excluded from the lawsuit.
Kentucky is seeking compensation for the widespread PFAS contamination across the state, with a particular focus on military facilities and civilian airports that are obligated to use MilSpec AFFF.
The lawsuit demands that the defendants bear the financial responsibility for all costs related to PFAS contamination, which includes conducting investigations, assessments, monitoring, remediation, and restoration of affected areas.
Furthermore, Kentucky seeks damages for harm caused to public property and natural resources.
In previous developments, 3M announced its intention to discontinue the use of PFAS in its products by the end of 2025.
The company recently reached a $12.5 billion settlement with public water systems nationwide to address PFAS contamination.
Additionally, a $1.2 billion settlement was reached between DuPont, Chemours, Corteva, and 300 drinking water providers, marking the first resolution in the consolidated multidistrict litigation concerning drinking water contamination.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing, and THL lawyers are still accepting clients daily.
As of June 16, there have been a total of 4,793 cases filed in the AFFF lawsuit, which includes a mixture of personal injury claims and municipal water contamination cases.
Trial related to municipal water contamination cases was set to begin on June 5, however, 3M reached a tentative deal with the plaintiffs to settle the case for $10 billion.
Though this has not been finalized, a federal judge has given both parties until June 26, 2023 to finalize the agreement.
This settlement will only go toward cities affected by the water contamination, though it indicates that AFFF manufacturers may be willing to go to great lengths to avoid federal court.
This is good news for cases part of the personal injury MDL.
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The City of Stuart, Florida’s first trial lawsuit against AFFF (aqueous film-forming foam) manufacturers will include the EPA’s proposed limits on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in drinking water as evidence, despite the defendants’ unsuccessful attempts to exclude them.
The defendants argue that the EPA’s limits are provisional and do not reflect the knowledge available during the production period.
The inclusion of these limits strengthens the case for the plaintiff and increases the likelihood of a successful verdict in this MDL.
According to a report by the Environmental Working Group, the estimated cost for the U.S. Government to fully clean up PFAS contamination around more than 50 military bases, caused by the use of AFFF firefighting foam during training exercises, is likely to exceed $30 billion.
If left unaddressed, the PFAS contamination at these military installations could potentially contaminate local water supply systems.
However, the Department of Defense has only allocated $1.4 billion so far to cover the cleanup costs.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing and THL lawyers are still accepting clients daily.
Kidde-Fenwal, a company specializing in fire-control systems, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization due to pending lawsuits related to their firefighting foam product, National Foam.
The lawsuits allege that the foam, which contains per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), has caused contamination of water and soil near airports and military bases.
Kidde-Fenwal is one of the defendants in the multi-district litigation (MDL) regarding PFAS contamination caused by aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF).
The company stated that it faces over $1 billion in liability from these claims.
In an effort to address its liability, Kidde-Fenwal plans to submit a proposal to sell the company.
The bankruptcy judge has approved interim motions allowing the company to continue operating and fulfill certain financial obligations during the bankruptcy proceedings.
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Over 4,000 AFFF Lawsuits have been filed and are pending in the Firefighting Foam MDL, centralized in the US District Court for the District of South Carolina.
The first bellwether trial for the AFFF MDL is currently underway.
The first bellwether trial is the City of Stuart vs. 3M, in which the Florida municipality is alleging that manufacturers of AFFF are liable for PFAS contamination in the water supply.
More lawsuits are being filed against AFFF manufacturers by states, cities, and governmental agencies across the country.
Most recently, the states of Maine and Kentucky have filed lawsuits against PFAS/AFFF manufacturers.
More attention is being paid to the incidence of cancers in firefighters across the country.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently established the National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer.
The registry seeks to better understand the link between firefighting and cancer, and we expect that firefighting foam could be a subject of interest to the registry.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing and lawyers across the country are accepting new clients daily.
As the AFFF MDL has grown to over 4,000+ plaintiffs, there has been increased scrutiny on manufacturers and other PFAS polluters.
The Delaware state government is making steps toward an accounting program for PFAS-containing firefighting foam.
The Illinois Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against firefighting foam manufacturers, stating that:
“The companies benefit while knowingly contaminating Illinois’ environment and natural resources.”
Wisconsin’s State Department of Natural Resources is considering action against Tyco Fire Products for the contamination of land near their Peshtigo.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing and lawyers across the country are still accepting cases from people who have suffered from exposure.
Recently, the International Association of Firefighters (IAF) filed a complaint against the National Fire Protection Association for “its role in imposing a testing standard that effectively requires the use of PFAS in fire fighter protective gear.”
According to the IAF, the NFPA requires an Ultraviolet Degradation Test for certain pieces of protective firefighter gear, and the only chemical that can withstand 40 hour of UV light without degradation is PFAS.
If you or a loved one have been harmed by PFAS in firefighting foam or gear, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit.
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The first bellwether trial in the AFFF MDL, set for May 2023, will be the City of Stuart, Florida vs. 3M.
The City of Stuart claims that AFFF produced by 3M contaminated the city’s water system.
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The City of Mansfield, Ohio is taking legal action against companies that are alleged to have contaminated the ground at the Lahm Regional Airport.
The city is pursuing litigation against companies such as 3M, DuPont, Chemours, Tyco Fire Products and Chemguard.
In an email, a city official said that these companies are responsible for restoring the “enormous costs and expenses” that the city has incurred as a result of the ongoing contamination of the airport with PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals.”
Despite the planned legal action, the city has reassured residents that the drinking water is safe.
The alleged contamination is said to have originated from fire-fighting foam used by firefighters from the Ohio Air National Guard based at the airport.
The City Council voted unanimously to engage outside legal counsel to pursue the litigation related to PFAS.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing and lawyers across the country are accepting cases to be consolidated in the multidistrict litigation (MDL 2873).
Nearly 3,400 AFFF lawsuits are consolidated in the US District Court: District of South Carolina.
The lawsuit is moving through early developments, and bellwether trials are set to begin in the first half of this year.
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The AFFF Lawsuit is ongoing and lawyers across the country are still accepting new clients and filing claims on their behalf.
The AFFF litigation will be unique – the lawsuits involve both firefighters suffering from cancer, as well as communities impacted by water contamination via AFFF use.
Bellwether trials are scheduled to begin in 2023.
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The judge presiding over the AFFF MDL has rejected a motion for summary judgment filed by 3M’s defense team.
The 3M legal team attempted to argue that the company was not liable for injuries related to AFFF products, protected by the fact they were a government contractor.
This means that a number of claims that would have been thrown out due to the motion for summary judgment are safe to move forward.
The first bellwether trial for the AFFF firefighting foam lawsuits consolidated in the MDL 2873 is scheduled for December 2022.
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More and more cases are being added to MDL 2873, the AFFF lawsuit multidistrict litigation in the US District Court: District of South Carolina.
Over 2,700 cases have been added to the MDL since it was established in January 2019.
Lawsuits are continuing to be added to the AFFF Firefighting Foam MDL, totaling well over 2,500 cases now consolidated.
If you or a loved one have suffered from exposure to toxic firefighting foam, you may be eligible to file a claim.
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Firefighters, military personnel, chemical plant workers, and others exposed to AFFF Firefighting Foam could be at risk for developing serious, long-term health problems.
The foams, known as aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF), have been used for decades to fight fires caused by highly flammable liquids and gasses.
While effective for fighting fires, AFFF also contains cancer-causing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that have been tied to birth defects, heart disease, hormonal imbalances, and other complications.
Government agencies have already started working to destroy PFAS and phase out firefighting foams. Many people who have used or been exposed to AFFF at work and in their community now face complications from PFAS exposure.
These workers and their families were told that AFFF Firefighting Foam was safe, but they are now dealing with health problems and medical bills related to their exposure to PFAS.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF and later developed complications, you could be eligible for compensation for your pain and suffering.
Aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF), are the most effective material for combating fires in flammable liquids and gasses. The foam has been used for decades and helped save human lives and crucial infrastructure.
Despite its fire-fighting efficiency, AFFF have become phased out and banned in many parts of the country.
The foams contain toxic, man-made chemicals known as PFAS that are linked to environmental contamination and health complications such as cancer, heart disease, and birth defects.
Companies that supplied AFFF firefighting foam to fire departments, military bases, airports, and others are the defendants named in AFFF lawsuits.
These companies include:
Aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF) are Class B firefighting foams that are used to fight high-hazard flammable liquid fires such as those caused by oil, gasoline, and jet fuel.
These foams are mixed with water to form an aqueous film that cuts off a fire’s source of oxygen, extinguishes it, and stops it from reigniting. AFFF are commonly used at fire stations, military sites, airports, and chemical manufacturing plants.
While AFFF are highly effective in fighting high-hazard flammable liquid fires, they have also become a source of concern due to their ties to cancer diagnosis, health problems and environmental contamination.
AFFF contains synthetic chemicals known as PFAS.
AFFF have been used by fire departments, military personnel, and many other industries since the 1970s.
The persistent use of these foams, particularly on military bases and training sites, has led to PFAS making their way into the environment and local water supplies.
PFAS water contamination has made headlines in Chicago, St. Louis, and across the country.
PFAS, meaning perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are synthetic chemicals found in many consumer and industrial products.
The most common PFAS are perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS). They are known for their ability to resist water, oil, and grease.
PFAS were commonly used for:
While effective for their intended use, growing bodies of scientific evidence have documented PFAS as a toxic substance that is likely unsafe for human health. PFAS are no longer manufactured in the United States, but continue to be found in the environment and in humans.
PFAS contamination is a huge problem in the United States, and many lawsuits have been filed over the issue.
These chemicals do not break down and remain in the water, air, and soil. High levels of exposure to PFAS have been linked to a variety of potential negative health defects including cancer.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has formed a council to “protect public health and the environment from the impacts of PFAS”, and developed a roadmap to address the issue from a governmental standpoint.
PFAS are active in AFFF firefighting foam.
While some fire departments have switched to “modern fluorotelomer foams” that might be less toxic, the long shelf life of traditional, PFAS-containing AFFF means they are still stored and used at many work sites.
It’s not always easy to determine if firefighting foam contains PFAS, but it’s more likely if the ingredient list mentions C6, fluorosurfactants, or fluoroproteins.
Due to their potential toxicity, the U.S. Department of Defense is working to develop better PFAS-free AFFF alternatives.
Exposure to the chemicals in aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) has been tied to a number of serious, sometimes life-threatening complications.
The foams contain PFAS that have been labeled a public health concern by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH) and Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR).
According to the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs, human exposure to PFAS might be associated with:
The chance of developing health problems due to AFFF and subsequent PFAS exposure depends on several factors including the frequency and duration of exposure.
Growing bodies of science have linked PFAS to health complications with some indicating that even low-level exposure could be dangerous for humans. PFAS can concentrate over time in the human body, with some having a half-life up to eight years.
For workers regularly exposed to firefighting foam, the risk for developing certain medical conditions is higher.
AFFF exposure can happen in a number of ways. Occupational exposure to firefighting foam is the most common.
The introductory information on the MDL 2873 webpage also says the following in terms of AFFF exposure:
“These cases all involve varied causes of action and claims relating to per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Plaintiffs generally allege that aqueous film-forming foams (AFFFs) containing perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and/or perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS), two types of PFAS, contaminated groundwater near various military bases, airports, and other industrial sites where AFFFs were used to extinguish liquid fuel fires.”
A growing number of studies have linked the perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in AFFF firefighting foam to cancer risks.
Several studies on both occupational and community PFAS exposure have found increased rates of testicular and kidney cancers.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified PFOA, a common PFAS, and potentially carcinogenic (cancer-causing) to humans.
Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have noted increased risks of certain cancers associated with exposure to PFAS.
Cancers that have been associated with PFAS chemicals include:
Other health problems associated with PFAS chemicals include:
Research on PFAS exposure and cancer continues to develop.
As PFAS chemicals and forever chemicals remain in the environment and impact human health for decades, more extensive research is bound to be completed about its effects on our environment and health.
Civilian and military firefighters are at the highest risk of developing complications from AFFF and PFAS exposure, especially if their workplaces did not provide the United States Fire Administration’s recommended firefighter personal protective equipment (PPE).
Workers could also be at risk if they were in industries where AFFF was used to fight Class B fires such as fires at:
PFAS have also become a major community and environmental issue, as PFAS have contaminated the tap water of at least 16 million people in 33 states and Puerto Rico and the groundwater in 38 states.
Many firefighter and military families — and their neighbors — worry that years of exposure to PFAS from firefighting foams have caused long-term damage.
Others have already developed complications and injuries from using the foams at work or having their water systems contaminated.
Victims of AFFF and PFAS exposure deserve justice, and there are resources available to help.
If you sustained injuries or developed chemical exposure injuries and complications from using, being exposed to, or having your community contaminated by AFFF firefighting foams, there are steps you can take to better your situation.
Report and document your injuries and complications.
You should report your injuries to your local OSHA office as well as any government entities overseeing worker-related injuries and exposure complaints within your industry.
Be sure to report the exposure to your health care provider and have them conduct a thorough health screening on you.
Military veterans who developed complications they believe are from PFAS exposure during service can contact the Department of Veterans Affairs Environmental Health Coordinators and/or file a claim.
It’s crucial that you mitigate your injuries and complications.
Mitigation involves seeking medical care and following your doctor’s recommendations.
Document your complications and injuries (with photos, writing, etc.) and track your doctors’ visits, medical treatments, medications, and any subsequent expenses.
This evidence will help you heal and gives you a stronger case in a potential AFFF lawsuit.
Contact a Firefighting Foam Attorney to discuss your injuries, complications, and any other problems you might have developed due to exposure to PFAS in firefighting foams.
He or she will help you better understand your situation and if you have the potential for compensation from AFFF manufacturers, your employer, or other companies or agencies responsible for your PFAS exposure.
This will help determine if you should hire an AFFF attorney to pursue an AFFF lawsuit.
If you or a loved one have been exposed to PFAS from AFFF Firefighting Foam and were subsequently diagnosed with related injuries or complications, you could be eligible for compensation through an AFFF lawsuit.
Evidence in an AFFF lawsuit is extremely important. Your AFFF lawyers with help you determine what evidence to present in a court of law.
Evidence in AFFF lawsuits may include:
Firefighting foam cancer lawyers will help victims assess their damages. Damages refer to the total economic and non-economic losses a person has suffered due to AFFF exposure.
Experienced firefighting foam lawyers, with the help of the claimant, will calculate your damages and demand compensation from the defendants.
Typical damages for AFFF foam lawsuits may include:
Contact an AFFF attorney with experience in toxic tort, chemical exposure, and personal injury lawsuits to discuss your potential case.
An experienced law firm will work diligently through the civil litigation process to prove liability and help ensure your case is as strong as possible.
TorHoerman Law understands that AFFF foam lawsuits may involve cancer diagnosis and other hardships endured by victims and their families.
Our law firm will work tirelessly to ensure that you and your family are fully compensated for exposure to firefighting foam and the health issues related to AFFF exposure.
Any law firm you contact for your claim should be willing to go the extra mile to secure compensation that you are rightfully owed.
Always take the choice of a lawyer with extreme discretion.
AFFF firefighting foam lawsuits have been consolidated in a multidistrict litigation (MDL 2873) in the US District Court: District of South Carolina.
Multidistrict litigation, commonly referred to as MDL, is a special federal legal procedure designed to speed the process of handling complex litigations by consolidating cases and addressing all pretrial procedures in one court.
Cases involving similar causation and injuries are consolidating them into a singular district court, ensuring that decisions and settlement amounts are consistent.
TorHoerman Law’s team of experienced firefighting foam lawyers are representing those facing complications due to PFAS and firefighting foam exposure.
Our personal injury lawyers have helped thousands of victims across all 50 states take on hundreds of companies that put workers, community members, and consumers at risk.
Over the past 11 years, our law firm has helped clients gain over $4 Billion in verdicts and negotiated settlements to help them get back on the path to recovery.
If you or a loved one have developed cancer or other adverse health outcomes after being regularly exposed to fire fighting foam, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Cancer Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
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Class-B aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF) are dangerous and contain PFAS chemicals that have been linked to a number of adverse health risks.
Yes, aqueous film-forming firefighting foam (AFFF) contains toxic chemicals called PFAS which are linked to a number of adverse health risks including cancer, birth defects, and chronic conditions.
A number of studies have found that AFFF exposure may be linked to an increased risk of a number of cancers including:
People who may have been regularly exposed to firefighting foam are typically people whose work duties include using or transporting firefighting foam products.
Individuals are also may suffer PFAS exposure through contaminated drinking water.
People who are most likely to suffer from occupational exposure to PFAS in firefighting foam include:
If you were ever exposed to firefighting foam and developed cancer or other medical problems, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit, regardless of when you were exposed.
Many states and jurisdictions have rules to allow lawsuits over products that were previously unknown to cause harm.
The statute of limitations is extended to the date that a person should have reasonably discovered the link between their diagnosis and the product(s) potentially to blame.
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The main things Firefighting Foam Lawyers can help you with are:
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If you are not awarded a settlement for your AFFF Lawsuit, you do not have to pay a cent in legal fees.
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