What is the AFFF Firefighting Foam Lawsuit?
Aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) is a type of firefighting foam used since the 1960s, first used by the US Military and created by 3M.
AFFF firefighting foam is commonly used to extinguish highly flammable liquid fires started by materials such as gas, oil and jet fuel.
Certain types of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) have been manufactured using fluorosurfactants, which fall into the category of chemicals known as “forever chemicals” – PFAS.
Forever chemicals don’t break down organically in the environment or human body.
AFFF Firefighting Foam Lawsuits are filed on behalf of people who were exposed to AFFF and subsequently developed cancer or other serious health problems.
Nationwide, former and current public, airport, and military firefighters filed firefighting foam lawsuits against a number of companies.
These defendants were prominent AFFF manufacturers, including:
- 3M
- Chemours
- DuPont
- Tyco Fire Products
- Several other companies
Our attorneys are speaking to victims of toxic firefighting foam exposure and assessing their eligibility to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
Contact us today or use the chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
Health Conditions From AFFF Exposure: An Overview of the Different Diagnoses Involved in AFFF Foam Lawsuits
Through the years, exposure to firefighting foam has affected firefighters and the general public.
The negative health issues they developed are often life-threatening and take an extreme toll on physical and mental health.
Firefighters themselves and members of the public whose communities have been compromised due to AFFF firefighting foams have been suing firefighting foam manufacturers for different related health problems.
Cancer diagnosis and other health problems associated with AFFF exposure includes, but is not limited to:
- Bladder cancer
- Breast cancer
- Colorectal cancer (colon and/or rectal cancer)
- Kidney cancer
- Leukemia
- Liver cancer
- Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
- Ovarian cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Thyroid cancer or disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Uterine or endometrial cancer
Apart from the increased risk of different cancers and diseases that PFAS exposure led to, individuals are also at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
How Much Are AFFF Lawsuit Settlement Amounts?
Since firefighting foam cancer lawsuits are still in their early stages, it is difficult to put an average price on your potential compensation.
Our Firefighting Foam Lawyers estimate that individual AFFF Lawsuits may settle for between $40,000 to $300,000 or more depending on the strength of the case and other individual factors.
There has not yet been any settlement for firefighting foam cancer lawsuits.
Please be advised that any projected or estimated settlement amounts mentioned on this page are general estimations and are not guaranteed. These figures are based on similar previous litigations, the nature of injuries sustained, and estimated costs of damages. They are meant to provide a general idea of what settlement ranges could look like and should not be taken as definitive expectations for your case.
Every legal case is unique, with its own specific circumstances that can significantly affect the outcome. This information is not legal advice and does not address the specifics of your situation. To obtain a more accurate understanding of the potential value of your case, it is best to consult directly with a qualified attorney who can provide personalized guidance.
Contact a law firm that specializes in firefighting foam cancer lawsuits for detailed insight on your case and what to expect when filing an AFFF Lawsuit.
Examples of Past PFAS Settlements
There have been several major litigations and settlements reached between PFAS manufacturers and the communities impacted by contamination from these toxic chemicals.
Notable PFAS settlements include, but are not limited to:
- February 20, 2018: The state of Minnesota filed a lawsuit against the 3M Company in 2010, which settled in 2018 for $850 million in damages. According to Minnesota’s attorney general, 3M’s PFAS production damaged the drinking water supply and natural resources of the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area.
- January 2021: Chemours, Corteva, and DuPont settled PFAS litigation for $1.185 billion in 2021. Lawsuits claimed that toxic firefighting foams contaminated the plaintiffs’ drinking water. This agreement will last until 2040 and has a $4-billion cap.
- January 2021: Residents of Peshtigo, Wisconsin, reached a $17.5-million settlement with Tyco Fire Products and two other companies that supplied AFFF firefighting foam to relevant companies. Firefighting foam usage in the Peshtigo and Marinette areas led to PFAS contamination.
- July 2021: Chemours, Corteva, and DuPont were also involved in PFAS-related contamination claims in the state of Delaware, and the companies reached and agreed to a $50 million settlement.
Factors That Contribute to AFFF Exposure Lawsuit Settlement Amounts
Different factors can influence the potential compensation available for your AFFF lawsuit.
Your firefighting foam attorney will help you determine an estimate for your personal injury case by assessing several factors.
These factors include:
- Your level of exposure to firefighting foam;
- Cancer diagnosis;
- Medical expenses; and
- Other information that considers the impact AFFF exposure had on your health and life.
AFFF/PFAS Exposure
One of the most significant factors that determine how much an individual may be able to claim in a successful AFFF cancer lawsuit is the amount of exposure from the chemicals.
Firefighters might be exposed to firefighting foam regularly, even more so if they were in the military and were stationed at air bases or municipal airports.
Cancer Diagnosis
AFFF and PFAS exposure is associated with a wide variety of cancers.
The amount of financial compensation may depend on the type and extent of damages incurred from the exposure.
Complex cancers that are in their later stages may allow an individual to claim higher amounts than those with conditions that are more easily treated.
Past and Present Medical Expenses
The cost of medical expenses that cancer victims and AFFF exposure victims incur would factor into their settlement amount.
Victims may have already visited doctors to diagnose their condition, signed up for treatment, and gone through multiple sessions but only later discovered the link between AFFF exposure and their illness.
Future Medical Expenses
Cancer takes time to treat and may require ongoing medical treatments before victims can fully recover.
Cancer patients may cite the potential costs they will spend on future treatments and consultations from nutritionists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and physical therapists.
Your lawyer can help you further determine future medical expenses related to cancer treatment and other related care.
Do You Qualify to File an AFFF Lawsuit?
Firefighting foam lawsuits are being filed by thousands of effected individuals across the United States.
If you or a loved one has been exposed to AFFF firefighting foam and developed cancer or other health problems, you may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
Contact our law firm for a free consultation or use the instant case evaluator on this page.
Each state has unique statutes of limitations that put deadlines on when you can file PFAS chemical exposure lawsuits.
Your attorney can help you identify potential deadlines that impact ability to file an AFFF Lawsuit.
Your lawyer will also help you with crucial steps that go into filing a firefighting foam lawsuit: gathering evidence and assessing damages.
Gathering Evidence for Firefighting Foam Lawsuits
Evidence is a crucial part of any personal injury lawsuit, but it is especially important in lawsuits for toxic chemical exposure.
Evidence in AFFF firefighting foam lawsuits may include:
- Medical records
- Cancer diagnosis information
- Employment records
- History of AFFF exposure
- Personal and witness testimony
- Any other information validating exposure to firefighting foam
Assessing Damages in a Firefighting Foam Lawsuit
Damages refer to the total amount of losses, economic and non-economic, you’ve incurred as a result of AFFF exposure.
Your firefighting foam lawyers will help you assess and calculate your damages, which will be used to seek financial compensation.
Damages in AFFF firefighting foam lawsuits may include:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering, emotional distress
- Lost earning ability
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent disability
- Future medical expenses and therapy costs
- Other compensatory and punitive damages
- Loss of consortium
TorHoerman Law: Your Firefighting Foam Cancer Lawyers
TorHoerman Law is accepting clients for AFFF lawsuits in all 50 states.
Our firefighting foam lawyers have decades of litigation experience and have secured over $4 billion in compensation for people harmed at no fault of their own.
We understand the difficulties of dealing with long-term injuries and tragic diagnoses.
Our law firm will fight hard to secure rightful financial compensation for the damages incurred so that you can focus on your recovery.
If you or a loved one were exposed to AFFF firefighting foam and subsequently developed cancer or other health problems linked to AFFF exposure, you may be eligible to join others who are filing firefighting foam lawsuits.
Contact us for a free consultation or use the chatbot on this page to see if you instantly qualify for an AFFF Firefighting Foam Lawsuit.
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