Is there an AFFF class action lawsuit?

No, there is currently no AFFF class action lawsuit. Instead, AFFF lawsuits have been consolidated into a multidistrict litigation (MDL) in the US District Court for the District of South Carolina. This MDL consolidates individual claims against manufacturers for health issues and damages related to AFFF exposure. It’s important to note that MDL is distinct from a class action lawsuit. In an MDL, compensation is awarded based on the unique circumstances of each case, while in a class action lawsuit, compensation is distributed equally among all claimants, regardless of individual factors. Some law firms may incorrectly refer to the AFFF MDL as an “AFFF Class Action Lawsuit,” but these terms are not interchangeable.

What diseases and health problems have been linked to AFFF foam?

Exposure to PFAS chemicals found in firefighting foam has been associated with numerous cancers and other health issues. Cancers associated with PFAS exposure include: <ul> <li><a href="https://trulaw.com/afff-lawsuit-firefighting-foam-lawsuit/afff-thyroid-cancer-lawsuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Thyroid cancer</a></li> <li>Colon cancer</li> <li><a href="https://trulaw.com/afff-lawsuit-firefighting-foam-lawsuit/afff-colorectal-cancer-lawsuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Colorectal cancer</a></li> <li><a href="https://trulaw.com/afff-lawsuit-firefighting-foam-lawsuit/afff-kidney-cancer-lawsuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kidney cancer</a></li> <li><a href="https://trulaw.com/afff-lawsuit-firefighting-foam-lawsuit/afff-bladder-cancer-lawsuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bladder cancer</a></li> <li><a href="https://trulaw.com/afff-lawsuit-firefighting-foam-lawsuit/afff-breast-cancer-lawsuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Breast cancer</a></li> <li>Prostate cancer</li> <li>Rectal cancer</li> <li>Testicular cancer</li> <li><a href="https://trulaw.com/afff-lawsuit-firefighting-foam-lawsuit/afff-liver-cancer-lawsuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Liver cancer</a></li> <li><a href="https://trulaw.com/afff-lawsuit-firefighting-foam-lawsuit/afff-pancreatic-cancer-lawsuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pancreatic cancer</a></li> </ul> Other health problems potentially linked to PFAS exposure include: <ul> <li>Decreased vaccine response in children</li> <li>Increased cholesterol levels</li> <li>Changes in liver enzymes</li> <li>Small decreases in infant birth weights</li> <li><a href="https://trulaw.com/afff-lawsuit-firefighting-foam-lawsuit/afff-thyroid-disease-lawsuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Thyroid disease</a></li> <li>Increased risk of high blood pressure or pre-eclampsia during pregnancy</li> </ul> These risks highlight the dangers associated with long-term exposure to firefighting foam containing PFAS chemicals.

What is the average AFFF lawsuit settlement amount?

No settlements have been reached so far in the AFFF firefighting foam lawsuit. However, legal experts predict that future settlement amounts may range between $20,000 and $1,000,000 (or more) per individual . These figures are based on settlements in other mass tort cases, but they do not guarantee compensation in the AFFF lawsuit. The actual settlement amount will depend on the details of each individual case and its strength.

What is the difference between AFFF personal injury claims and AFFF municipal water contamination cases?

AFFF Personal Injury Claims involve individuals who have been directly exposed to AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) and suffered health consequences. This often includes firefighters, military personnel, or those living near contaminated sites. AFFF Municipal Water Contamination Cases focus on the contamination of public water supplies by AFFF. These cases typically involve municipalities or water providers suing the manufacturers of AFFF for the costs of cleanup and remediation. It’s important to note that TruLaw is strictly accepting clients with AFFF personal injury claims — we are not accepting clients for AFFF municipal water contamination lawsuits.

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