PFAS Lawsuit Statute of Limitations

PFAS Lawsuit Deadlines Vary by State

State laws determine how long residents have to file civil lawsuits for various legal issues. In many states, the statute of limitations for filing a product liability case is two years. However, some states allow as little as one year or as long as six.

The clock on the statute of limitations usually begins when your PFAS injury developed or was reasonably discovered. Some states have additional laws that could alter the statutory deadline.

It’s important to remember that building a PFAS case takes time. If you want to hold a PFAS manufacturer liable, you should get started with a PFAS lawsuit lawyer immediately.

If time expires, the court will likely bar you from filing suit, and you will not be able to pursue compensation through the court for your PFAS damages. A PFAS lawsuit lawyer can tell you more about the laws where you live and help you act before it is too late.

Do You Qualify for a PFAS Lawsuit?

In addition to filing suit before the PFAS statute of limitation expires, there are other qualifications you must meet to be eligible for a PFAS lawsuit.

Did You Drink Contaminated Water?

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of approximately 15,000 manufactured chemicals used to produce many household products, including nonstick cookware, fire and water-resistant fabrics, carpeting, and upholstery, grease-resistant paper used in food packaging, aqueous film-forming foam (also known as AFFF or firefighting foam), paint, cleaning products, some cosmetics, and more.

PFAS are known as forever chemicals as they do not break down in the environment, such as in soil, groundwater, public water supplies, or in our bodies.

To join a PFAS lawsuit, you must meet specific criteria. The first half of that criteria is:

• You drank water contaminated with PFAS. This can be difficult to prove on your own. Our co-counsel can help.

Do You Have a PFAS-Related Medical Condition?

The second half of the criteria is having a diagnosed medical condition caused by PFAS exposure. These include:

• Ulcerative colitis
• Kidney cancer
• Testicular cancer
• Liver cancer

Establishing this is typically straightforward, as you can prove this via your medical records.

Our law firm partners can help you establish that you developed a serious condition due to PFAS exposure.

Do You Have Losses Caused by PFAS Exposure?

You must also establish that you have damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

How Can You Sue for PFAS Damages?

PFAS lawsuits require plaintiffs to go up against large and powerful defendants with vast financial resources. Some companies named in PFAS lawsuits include 3M Co., DuPont Corp., and The Chemours Company.

Because these companies harmed so many people in a similar way, the courts have consolidated cases into multidistrict litigation (MDLs). This legal mechanism streamlines and expedites the legal process and can lessen plaintiffs’ expenses and burdens.

An MDL is a type of mass tort that differs from a class action lawsuit. In a class action, one case is brought by the “class,” and the court issues one ruling. The plaintiffs divide an award evenly among themselves, regardless of whether one party has more substantial damages than another. An MDL allows plaintiffs to combine cases, but the court rules on each individually, so any compensation obtained will better reflect your actual losses.

Recoverable Compensation in a PFAS Lawsuit

If you are eligible and file your case before the PFAS lawsuit statute of limitations expires, you can pursue compensation for the following:

• Current and future medical expenses. The cost of all medical treatment related to your PFAS exposure is compensable. This could include chemotherapy, radiation, prescription medications, and hospitalization costs.
• Lost income. If you need to take time off work for treatment or recovery, our law firm partners can seek compensation for those losses. Our co-counsel can also seek compensation if your illness requires you to move to part-time work, take a lower-paying job, or retire.
• Pain and suffering. Pain and suffering damages compensate for intangible losses, including severe and chronic pain, mental anguish, emotional distress, scarring, disfigurement, permanent and disabling injuries, loss of enjoyment, and diminished quality of life.

Why You Want a PFAS Lawsuit Attorney On Your Side

Mass tort litigation is complex, and you can be sure the defendant will have a team of lawyers on their side. You deserve to have a legal representative in your corner, too. A PFAS lawsuit lawyer can manage every aspect of your case, protecting you from insurance companies and large manufacturers, building a strong case, and fighting for every dollar you need.

Additionally, an attorney can relieve your legal burden by handling deadlines, paperwork, case-related communications, and other details so you can focus on your health.