How to sue for PFAS Contamination?

Legal Options for Individuals Harmed by PFAS Contamination

If you have a health condition caused by drinking contaminated water, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical expenses and more. However, seeking damages requires taking on large and powerful corporations that manufacture products containing PFAS chemicals, such as 3M Company, DuPont, and The Chemours Company.

When manufacturers harm many people in the same way, the injured can sue in a mass tort product liability lawsuit. Plaintiffs pursuing PFAS contamination suits can become part of multidistrict litigation (MDL). An MDL allows plaintiffs to consolidate their claims, streamlining the court process and reducing claimants’ costs.

An MDL can make taking action against a large company seem less daunting. Another advantage is that, unlike in a class action lawsuit, the court rules on each claim in an MDL individually so that you can receive compensation for your actual losses instead of dividing an award evenly with thousands of other plaintiffs.

Have You Been Exposed to PFAS?

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are manufactured chemicals found in many consumer products, including water-repellent clothing, nonstick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics and carpets, firefighting foam, and cosmetics. During product production, PFAS can migrate into water and soil, causing contamination. PFAS do not break down and remain in the environment, earning them the nickname “forever chemicals.”

To qualify for a PFAS contamination lawsuit, you must have experienced prolonged exposure to PFAS and have a valid diagnosis of a condition related to PFAS exposure.

If you drank water contaminated with forever chemicals, you may have met half the criteria for filing a PFAS lawsuit.

Establishing this part of the criteria can take time and effort. Much of the United States has been affected by PFAS exposure, so call our team to talk to an attorney about your case and whether you qualify.

Do You Have a Medical Condition Caused by PFAS?

To sue for PFAS contamination, you must have a medical condition caused by exposure to these hazardous chemicals.

If you were diagnosed with kidney cancer, liver cancer, testicular cancer, or ulcerative colitis (and if you drank water contaminated with PFAS), you may qualify for compensation.

Do You Have Damages from PFAS Exposure?

PFAS contamination claimants must establish that they suffered damages due to PFAS exposure. You may be able to recover compensation for the following:

• Current and future medical bills, including diagnostic testing, medical procedures, prescription drugs, radiation, chemotherapy, hospital and doctor fees, physical therapy, and long-term nursing
• Lost income, including future lost wages and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering, including chronic and severe pain, permanent and disabling health issues, disfigurement, scarring, emotional distress, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment, and reduced quality of life
• Miscellaneous losses, including the value of household services, medical travel expenses, and medically necessary vehicle or home modifications

PFAS contamination lawsuits may also include punitive damages. The court can order defendants to pay punitive damages. Though the money goes to plaintiffs, punitive damages intend to punish the defendant and deter future wrongdoing.

How Long Do You Have to Sue for PFAS Contamination?

The statute of limitations for product liability lawsuits in your state will determine how long you have to sue for PFAS contamination.

Tolling may also apply, which is the pausing or delaying of the statute of limitations, which could extend the deadline.

A PFAS contamination lawsuit lawyer can tell you more about the law where you live and help you get started before time runs out.

How Can a PFAS Water Contamination Lawsuit Lawyer Help With Your PFAS Case?

Understanding how to sue for PFAS contamination can be complicated, and mass tort litigation is usually complex. A PFAS contamination lawsuit lawyer can help you determine if you have grounds for a claim and help you build your case. A water contamination lawsuit attorney can:

• Review your claim
• Tell you more about mass tort litigation, how to sue for PFAS contamination, and help you join a lawsuit
• Gather evidence establishing you suffered prolonged exposure to PFAS and have a related medical condition
• Identify and calculate your economic and non-economic damages
• Manage case paperwork, deadlines, and “red tape”
• Handle case-related emails, phone calls, and meetings
• Negotiate for the compensation you and your family need
• Prepare your case for civil court and represent you at trial if necessary
• Keep you informed with frequent and timely updates
• Handle your case with no upfront fees, allowing you to focus on your treatment, not on how you’ll afford legal help