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Firefighting Foam AFFF Lawsuit

Firefighting Foam (AFFF) Lawsuit

Military and civilian firefighters exposed to Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) containing PFAS “forever chemicals” have developed serious cancers. If you were exposed to AFFF and diagnosed with cancer, you may be entitled to significant compensation.

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Over 11,000 Cases Active in MDL

ATTENTION: FIREFIGHTERS & AFFF EXPOSURE VICTIMS

If you were exposed to firefighting foam and diagnosed with kidney cancer, testicular cancer, or another AFFF-linked disease, you could be entitled to SIGNIFICANT compensation!

Consumers Injury Help offers a completely free case review. AFFF litigation is consolidated in a massive MDL with thousands of active claims. Time limits apply — find out if you qualify today.

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SIGNIFICANT Compensation May Be Available

Were you (or a loved one) exposed to firefighting foam (AFFF)?

Do you (or a loved one) have a lawyer currently representing you on this case?

How long have you (or a loved one) been exposed to AFFF?

On how many occasions were you (or a loved one) directly exposed to firefighting foam (AFFF)?

In what occupation were you (or a loved one) directly exposed to firefighting foam (AFFF)?

Were you exposed to AFFF in the military?

Were you (or a loved one) professionally diagnosed with any of the following within the last 20 years?

LARGE SETTLEMENT AMOUNT

COULD BE CLAIMED

How do we help YOU?

AFFF foam contains PFAS — toxic “forever chemicals” that accumulate in the body and are linked to multiple cancers. Manufacturers like 3M and DuPont knew of the risks for decades. Over 11,000 cases have been consolidated in federal MDL litigation. You deserve compensation.

How does filing a claim work?

  • 1. Fill out our simple form. Or call to make your claim immediately.
  • 2. Get a FREE case review from our expert partners.
  • 3. We fight on your behalf for the highest compensation possible.
  • 4. Claim your settlement!
  • Remember: you only pay if you get a settlement! Our service is totally RISK FREE.

Manufacturers knew AFFF was toxic for decades — yet kept selling it to military bases, airports, and fire departments.

Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) was the standard for fighting fuel fires at military installations and airports for decades. The PFAS chemicals in AFFF do not break down in the body or environment. Companies like 3M and DuPont are accused of concealing what their own research showed about the dangers of these chemicals.

What Is an AFFF Lawsuit?

AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) lawsuits are legal claims filed by military firefighters, civilian firefighters, airport workers, and people living near military bases who were exposed to AFFF containing PFAS chemicals and subsequently developed serious health conditions including cancer.

These cases are consolidated in a federal Multi-District Litigation (MDL) in South Carolina. Defendants include major manufacturers like 3M, DuPont, Chemours, and others who are accused of knowingly selling a product they knew to be harmful without adequate warnings.

Who Is Eligible for the AFFF Lawsuit?

You may qualify if you were regularly exposed to AFFF firefighting foam in your occupation or environment and have been diagnosed with one of the linked cancers or conditions.

Were you exposed to firefighting foam?

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Health Conditions Linked to AFFF Exposure

The MDL consolidates cases around six primary AFFF-linked conditions recognized by courts:

  • Kidney cancer — one of the most prevalent AFFF-linked cancers among firefighters
  • Testicular cancer — strongly associated with PFAS chemical exposure
  • Bladder cancer — recognized in MDL bellwether case findings
  • Liver cancer — linked to long-term PFAS accumulation in the body
  • Thyroid cancer and thyroid disease — PFAS disrupts thyroid hormone function
  • Ulcerative colitis — gastrointestinal condition linked to PFAS exposure
  • Prostate cancer — additional condition reported in AFFF exposure cases

Who Was Exposed to AFFF?

  • Military firefighters — used AFFF regularly in training exercises and emergency response on bases
  • Civilian firefighters — exposed through use of AFFF at airports, industrial facilities, and fire training centers
  • Airport personnel — airports required AFFF foam for fuel fire response; workers and crew were exposed
  • People living near military bases — AFFF contaminated groundwater and drinking water in surrounding communities
  • Industrial workers — manufacturing plants and oil refineries used AFFF for fire suppression

AFFF Lawsuit Timeline & Settlement Amounts

Over 11,000 cases have been consolidated in the AFFF MDL in the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina. Bellwether trials are establishing settlement benchmarks. Major defendants are facing mounting pressure to settle as scientific evidence links PFAS to serious disease.

Settlement amounts depend on exposure level and duration, the specific diagnosis, medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering. Cases may resolve through individual settlements, MDL-wide settlement agreements, or trial verdicts.

The litigation remains active. Those with qualifying diagnoses should act promptly as statutes of limitations vary by state.

How to File an AFFF Claim

1. Confirm Your Exposure

Identify your exposure source — military service, firefighting career, airport employment, or proximity to a contaminated site — and gather any service or employment records.

2. Obtain Medical Documentation

Get official documentation of your diagnosis from your physician. Medical records are essential to building a strong claim.

3. Consult a Legal Expert

Consumers Injury Help connects you with experienced AFFF attorneys who work on a no-win, no-fee basis. There is no upfront cost to pursue your claim.

4. Join the MDL

Your attorney will file your case and have it coordinated within the AFFF MDL, giving you access to the full weight of consolidated evidence against manufacturers.