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Question: Can I still file a Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster PFAS lawsuit?
Answer: Yes, you can still file a Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster PFAS lawsuit as multiple lawsuits are currently active regarding PFAS contamination from the former Warminster Naval Air Warfare Center.
This includes cases filed by the Warminster Township Municipal Authority against the U.S. government and suits against manufacturers of PFAS-containing firefighting foams.
On this page, we’ll discuss this question in further depth, health effects and medical conditions linked to PFAS exposure, and much more.
The Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster in Pennsylvania has been the subject of extensive PFAS contamination lawsuits due to widespread use of AFFF (aqueous film-forming foam) firefighting chemicals at the military facility.
Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster operated from the 1930s until closure in the 1990s and was designated as a Superfund site by the EPA in 1989 due to groundwater contamination from eight identified waste disposal areas across the 840-acre facility.
PFAS levels at the site reach 16,000 parts per trillion, which is 228 times over the safe exposure limit, making it one of the most severely contaminated military sites.
If you or someone you love has developed serious health problems potentially linked to PFAS exposure at Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster, you may be eligible to seek compensation.
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as “forever chemicals,” have contaminated groundwater and drinking water supplies around the former Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster, affecting tens of thousands of residents who unknowingly consumed toxic water for decades.
The contamination discovery in 2014 revealed levels reaching 2,740 parts per trillion in public wells – nearly 40 times the Environmental Protection Agency’s current health advisory limit of 70 ppt, creating one of the most severe military-related environmental disasters in Pennsylvania.
PFAS represent a group of over 4,000 manufactured chemicals extensively used in military firefighting foam (aqueous film-forming foam or AFFF) since the 1970s for their ability to suppress fuel fires quickly and effectively.
These synthetic toxic substances used in industrial operations persist indefinitely in the environment and human body, earning their “forever chemical” nickname because they never naturally break down or degrade.
Key characteristics of PFAS chemicals include, but are not limited to:
These hazardous substances pose particular dangers because they accumulate in blood, organs, and tissues over time, creating a toxic body burden that increases with each exposure.
Unlike other contaminants that eventually flush from the body, PFAS compounds bind to proteins and concentrate in the liver, kidneys, and blood serum, where they interfere with hormone function, immune response, and cellular processes.
The facility began operations in 1944 as the Naval Air Modification Unit, supporting World War II aircraft development and testing before evolving into a premier research center.
In 1949, the Navy redesignated it as the Naval Air Development Center, expanding its mission to include advanced aviation technology, and in 1993 renamed it the Naval Air Warfare Center before its closure in 1996 under the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process.
The following timeline highlights operational milestones in the history of the Warminster Naval Facility:
The facility’s role in naval aviation research and development (along with various industrial activities) required regular fire suppression training and emergency response drills, during which personnel used AFFF containing high concentrations of PFAS chemicals.
Decades of firefighting foam use during training exercises created multiple contamination source areas where toxic chemicals seeped into soil and migrated through fractured bedrock aquifers, ultimately reaching public and private drinking water wells throughout Warminster, Warrington, and Horsham townships.
The EPA’s 2014 testing under the Third Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule revealed shocking PFAS contamination levels in public and private wells throughout the Warminster area (which the Environmental Working Group has highlighted as among the nation’s worst), with one public well containing 2,740 ppt – 39 times higher than the EPA’s 70 ppt health advisory established in 2016.
Groundwater sampling near the former base discovered PFAS concentrations reaching astronomical levels of 329,500 ppt, while soil testing conducted by environmental agencies revealed contamination at 98,000 parts per billion in areas where firefighting foam was regularly used.
Water systems impacted by PFAS contamination as revealed through environmental testing include the following:
The immediate response following the 2014 discovery included emergency well closures in July 2014, with authorities shutting down contaminated public water supplies within days of receiving test results.
The Navy provided bottled water to affected residents while installing point-of-entry treatment systems for private well owners, and initiated cleanup efforts totaling $58 million that included $35 million specifically for water filtration systems to protect residents from further exposure while long-term solutions were developed.
If you or a loved one consumed PFAS-contaminated drinking water from wells near the Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster and developed cancer or other serious health conditions, you may be eligible to seek compensation.
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Scientific research has established alarming connections between PFAS exposure and serious health conditions, particularly through the landmark C8 Science Panel study that evaluated health outcomes in communities with documented PFAS drinking water contamination.
These findings carry profound implications for Warminster residents who consumed contaminated water for decades, potentially developing life-threatening conditions years or even decades after initial exposure.
The C8 Science Panel, composed of three independent epidemiologists, conducted extensive research from 2005-2013 and established “probable links” between PFOA exposure and six specific conditions: kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, ulcerative colitis, high cholesterol, and pregnancy-induced hypertension.
These findings resulted from analyzing health data from over 69,000 participants in contaminated communities, representing one of the largest environmental public health studies ever conducted.
Health conditions with established PFAS links include, but are not limited to:
The biological mechanisms by which PFAS chemicals disrupt hormonal systems, accumulate in organs, and interfere with normal cellular functions provide scientific validation for these observed health effects.
PFAS bind to proteins throughout the body, particularly in the liver and kidneys, where they interfere with fatty acid metabolism, disrupt thyroid hormone binding, and activate receptors that regulate metabolic processes, creating cascading effects throughout multiple organ systems.
The toll of PFAS contamination becomes painfully clear through the experiences of Warminster-area families who report devastating patterns of illness concentrated in neighborhoods near the former naval base.
Multiple residents describe entire streets where cancer diagnoses have become tragically common, with some families experiencing multiple cases of kidney cancer, thyroid disease, and rare childhood cancers within single households.
Multi-generational impacts shared by residents in personal accounts include these heartbreaking experiences:
The emotional and financial toll on families dealing with PFAS-related illnesses extends far beyond medical expenses to include lost wages, diminished quality of life, and the psychological trauma of watching loved ones suffer from preventable exposures.
Parents express overwhelming guilt about unknowingly exposing their children through contaminated water, while adult children worry about passing genetic damage to future generations, creating lasting psychological impacts throughout affected nearby communities.
Regular health screenings for exposed individuals represent a vital component of managing health risks linked to PFAS, as early detection improves treatment outcomes for many associated conditions.
Medical experts recommend comprehensive monitoring protocols (consistent with guidelines from leading research centers and national institutes) that account for the long latency periods of PFAS-related diseases, recognizing that health effects may not manifest until years or decades after exposure cessation.
For individuals concerned about PFAS exposure, important medical tests to discuss with your doctor include:
The importance of maintaining comprehensive medical records becomes paramount for future claims, as new health associations may be discovered and recognized legally, potentially expanding compensation eligibility for exposed populations who develop conditions not yet definitively linked to prolonged exposure to PFAS chemicals.
If you or a loved one developed cancer, thyroid disease, or other serious health conditions after drinking PFAS-contaminated water near Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster, you may be eligible to seek compensation.
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The PFAS contamination crisis has spawned extensive litigation nationwide, with thousands of lawsuits consolidated in multidistrict litigation (MDL 2873) that addresses both municipal water system remediation costs and personal injury claims from exposed individuals.
The legal landscape helps affected Warminster residents determine their options for seeking compensation while recognizing the unique challenges posed by contamination at military bases versus chemical manufacturers who produced and sold PFAS-containing products.
PFAS litigation encompasses several distinct categories of claims, each addressing different aspects of harm caused by contamination and requiring specific evidence to establish liability and damages.
Personal injury claims filed by individuals diagnosed with PFAS-related health conditions seek compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages, while property damage claims address diminished home values in contaminated areas and seek to hold polluters accountable.
Current types of PFAS lawsuits filed in courts across the country include the following categories of legal actions:
The choice between individual lawsuits and class actions affects potential compensation amounts and timeline for resolution, with individual cases typically offering higher awards for serious injuries but requiring more extensive documentation.
Class actions provide efficiency for similar claims but may result in lower individual payouts, making consultation with experienced PFAS attorneys vital for determining the most advantageous approach based on specific circumstances and severity of health impacts.
MDL 2873 proceedings in the District of South Carolina have consolidated over 10,000 PFAS cases nationwide as of mid-2025, with Judge Richard M. Gergel overseeing the litigation that includes both water provider claims and personal injury cases.
Bellwether trial selection focuses heavily on cases with strong exposure evidence and clear health impacts, with Pennsylvania plaintiffs from Warminster and surrounding communities well-represented given the extensive contamination documentation and affected population size.
Key developments shaping the Warminster PFAS cases under MDL 2873 are as follows:
Pennsylvania’s Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruling in 2018 established that medical monitoring claims are not barred by sovereign immunity, creating potential pathways for claims against military installations.
However, the Federal Tort Claims Act continues to shield the military from most direct liability, forcing plaintiffs to focus primarily on manufacturer defendants who produced AFFF containing PFAS chemicals despite knowledge of health risks.
The landscape of PFAS litigation shifted dramatically with 3M’s announcement in 2023 of a $10.3-12.5 billion settlement to resolve water system claims nationwide and address PFAS contamination, representing one of the largest environmental settlements in U.S. history.
DuPont’s earlier $671 million settlement in 2017 for 3,500 personal injury plaintiffs established important precedents for valuing individual health claims, with average payouts ranging from $175,000 to $350,000 depending on injury severity.
Key PFAS legal settlements setting benchmarks for compensation include:
These precedent settlements establish frameworks for valuing Warminster-related claims and demonstrate potential compensation ranges for different injury categories.
The 3M settlement specifically provides funding for water systems detecting PFAS at any level, benefiting communities near military installations and industrial sites (such as Warminster’s municipal authority and surrounding systems), while personal injury settlements create benchmarks for individual health claims based on exposure duration, contamination levels, and specific diagnoses.
Please be advised that these settlement amounts are historical examples and general estimations only.
These figures are based on past cases and legal expert analysis, but are not guaranteed outcomes for future cases.
If you or a loved one suffered serious health impacts from PFAS exposure near Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster, now is the time to explore your legal options before statutes of limitations expire.
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Determining eligibility for a PFAS lawsuit requires meeting specific criteria that establish both exposure to contaminated water and subsequent development of recognized health conditions linked to these chemicals.
These requirements help Warminster-area residents assess their potential claims while recognizing the importance of acting promptly to preserve legal rights, as Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations imposes strict deadlines that could bar otherwise valid claims if not filed timely.
Eligible groups for filing PFAS claims include residents who lived in affected areas before well closures in July 2014, military personnel and civilian employees who worked at NAWC Warminster, and individuals who relied on contaminated private wells for drinking water.
The geographic scope of potential claims extends beyond Warminster proper to include neighboring communities like Warrington, Horsham, and Ivyland Borough, where contaminated water systems served approximately 85,000 residents who may have unknowingly consumed PFAS for years or decades.
Individuals and communities who may qualify to file a Warminster PFAS claim include:
Special considerations apply to veterans who may have dual exposure sources from both residential water consumption and occupational contact with AFFF during military service.
These individuals may pursue both VA disability benefits and civil litigation simultaneously, as military benefits do not preclude filing lawsuits against chemical manufacturers who produced the PFAS-containing products responsible for contamination.
Successful PFAS claims require comprehensive documentation establishing both exposure history and medical conditions, with stronger cases built on multiple forms of corroborating evidence.
Medical records showing PFAS-related diagnoses form the foundation of personal injury claims, while proof of residence or employment in affected areas demonstrates exposure opportunity, and any available water testing results strengthen the causation link between contamination and health impacts.
Comprehensive documentation checklist includes, but is not limited to:
Strategies for obtaining missing documentation include requesting military service records through the National Personnel Records Center, obtaining property records from county offices, and working with healthcare providers to compile comprehensive medical histories.
Attorneys specializing in PFAS litigation can assist with evidence gathering, including hiring experts to reconstruct exposure histories when direct documentation is unavailable, making legal consultation valuable even for those unsure about their documentation completeness.
Pennsylvania’s two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims creates urgency for potential plaintiffs, but the discovery rule may extend this deadline for toxic exposure cases where health effects manifest years after initial contact.
The clock typically starts when a reasonable person would have connected their health condition to PFAS exposure, which often occurs upon receiving a relevant diagnosis or learning about water contamination through public notices or media coverage.
Individuals pursuing Warminster PFAS lawsuits should be aware of the following statute of limitations details:
Immediate consultation with an attorney preserves legal rights and prevents missing filing deadlines that would permanently bar compensation.
If you lived, worked, or served near Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster and developed PFAS-related health conditions, documenting your exposure and seeking legal consultation promptly protects your right to compensation.
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PFAS litigation allows recovery of both economic damages representing quantifiable financial losses and non-economic damages compensating for intangible harms like pain and suffering.
Economic damages include all medical expenses from diagnosis through ongoing treatment, lost wages during treatment and recovery, future lost earning capacity if unable to return to work, out-of-pocket costs for travel to treatment, home modifications for disability, and diminished property values for homes near contamination sources.
Comprehensive damages available in PFAS cases include, but are not limited to:
Damages calculations require detailed documentation and often expert testimony to establish both current losses and future impacts.
Economic experts project lifetime earnings losses, while medical experts estimate future treatment costs, and life care planners develop comprehensive assessments of ongoing needs, all contributing to increasing recovery for victims who have suffered life-altering consequences from preventable PFAS exposure.
PFAS litigation typically requires 2-5 years from filing to resolution, with individual case timelines varying based on factors like MDL consolidation status, bellwether trial outcomes, and defendant settlement negotiations.
The current MDL structure accelerates resolution compared to individual state court cases by consolidating discovery, coordinating expert testimony, and creating pressure for global settlements following bellwether trial results.
Warminster PFAS plaintiffs should be aware of the following timeline milestones and factors:
The importance of filing early cannot be overstated, as joining the litigation sooner positions plaintiffs for inclusion in potential global settlements currently under negotiation within the legal process.
Early filers benefit from established discovery, avoid duplicative costs, and maintain flexibility to participate in settlement programs or proceed individually, while late filers risk missing settlement deadlines, facing expired statutes of limitations, and encountering depleted settlement funds.
If you lived, worked, or served near Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster and developed PFAS-related health conditions, documenting your exposure and seeking legal consultation promptly protects your right to compensation.
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Our PFAS Contamination attorney at TruLaw is dedicated to supporting clients through the process of filing a PFAS Contamination lawsuit.
With extensive experience in chemical exposure cases, Jessica Paluch-Hoerman and our partner law firms work with litigation leaders to prove how toxic PFAS chemicals in water supplies caused you harm.
TruLaw focuses on securing compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, property damage, lost income, and ongoing health monitoring resulting from your PFAS exposure.
We understand the health and environmental impacts of PFAS exposure on your life and provide the personalized guidance you need when seeking justice.
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If you or a loved one experienced health complications from exposure to PFAS-contaminated water that include forms of cancer, immune disorders, liver damage, or thyroid disease, you may be eligible to seek compensation.
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PFAS contamination lawsuits are being filed by individuals nationwide who experienced health problems from exposure to PFAS chemicals in drinking water.
TruLaw is currently accepting clients for the PFAS contamination lawsuit.
A few reasons to choose TruLaw for your PFAS contamination lawsuit include:
If you or a loved one suffered health problems related to PFAS-contaminated water, you may be eligible to seek compensation.
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Yes, you can file a PFAS lawsuit seeking medical monitoring compensation even without a current cancer diagnosis if you have documented exposure to contaminated water and elevated PFAS blood levels.
Medical monitoring claims seek funds for ongoing health screenings to detect PFAS-related conditions early, when treatment is most effective, recognizing that these chemicals remain in your body for years and health effects may develop decades after exposure.
Public water systems throughout the Warminster area were contaminated with PFAS from the former Naval Air Warfare Center, not just private wells.
Testing revealed that 15 public wells operated by Warminster Township Municipal Authority exceeded safe levels, affecting 32,000 residents who received contaminated water through the public system, with similar contamination found in Warrington Township and Horsham Water and Sewer Authority systems before their closure in July 2014.
PFAS lawyers work on contingency fee arrangements, typically charging 33-40% of any settlement or verdict obtained, meaning you pay nothing upfront and attorneys only collect fees if they successfully recover compensation for your case.
Law firms advance all case expenses including expert witnesses, medical record retrieval, court filing fees, and deposition costs during litigation, with these expenses reimbursed from your settlement, ensuring that financial constraints don’t prevent valid claims from being pursued.
Yes, Pennsylvania law permits eligible family members to file wrongful death claims if their loved one died from PFAS-related conditions such as kidney cancer, testicular cancer, or other linked diseases.
Spouses, children, and parents typically qualify as beneficiaries who can seek compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, loss of companionship, and emotional suffering, though specific eligibility rules and damage types vary, making consultation with an attorney important to learn about your family’s rights.
The U.S. military enjoys broad sovereign immunity protections under the Federal Tort Claims Act, making direct lawsuits against the Navy for PFAS contamination extremely difficult and typically unsuccessful.
Chemical manufacturers like 3M, DuPont, and others must be held accountable because they knew about PFAS dangers for decades but continued producing and selling AFFF products without adequate warnings, making them the primary targets for compensation claims despite the military’s role in actual contamination.
Pennsylvania generally allows two years from diagnosis or discovery of the connection between your illness and PFAS exposure to file a personal injury lawsuit, though the discovery rule recognizes that toxic exposure victims may not immediately understand what caused their condition.
Missing the statute of limitations permanently eliminates your right to any compensation regardless of your injuries’ severity, making immediate attorney consultation vital to protect your legal rights and ensure timely filing.
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