Published by If you or a loved one experienced serious health conditions including cancer or thyroid disease following exposure to PFAS chemicals, you may be entitled to pursue significant compensation.
At Schmidt & Clark, LLP, we are dedicated to helping individuals who have suffered due to PFAS contamination receive the financial recovery they deserve. Our experienced legal team is here to guide you through the compensation process and fight for the maximum damages available for your injuries.
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Table Of Contents
- PFAS Lawsuit Compensation Overview
- FDA Reports and Statistics
- PFAS Injuries & Side Effects
- Do You Qualify for PFAS Lawsuit Compensation?
- How Could I be Exposed to PFAS?
- Who are PFAS Lawsuits Being Filed Against?
- PFAS Regulatory Developments
- Statute of Limitations for PFAS Lawsuits
- FAQs
- 1. What evidence is needed to support a maximum PFAS compensation claim?
- 2. What types of financial compensation are available for PFAS damages?
- 3. Are there any known settlements or verdicts in PFAS-related cases?
- 4. How long do I have to file a PFAS compensation claim?
- 5. Which companies are being targeted for PFAS compensation claims?
- 6. How can I determine If I’ve been exposed to PFAS for claim purposes?
- 7. What health conditions qualify for the Highest PFAS compensation?
- 8. How are PFAS lawsuit settlement amounts determined?
- Get a Free PFAS Lawsuit Evaluation With Our Lawyers
- References
PFAS Lawsuit Compensation Overview
PFAS compensation lawsuits focus on financial recovery for health and environmental damages allegedly caused by these “forever chemicals.” These legal actions seek substantial monetary damages, alleging that manufacturers knew about the dangers of PFAS but failed to warn the public. Companies like DuPont and 3M are facing thousands of compensation claims, with DuPont named in more than 6,100 PFAS lawsuits since 2005 [1]. The litigation involves significant potential settlements for various cancers and other serious health conditions linked to PFAS exposure.
FDA Reports and Statistics
In 2019, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a PFAS Action Plan outlining commitments to address concerns over these chemicals. The plan focuses on regulatory scrutiny related to compliance and cleanup standards for PFAS contamination.
PFAS Injuries & Side Effects
PFAS exposure has been linked to numerous serious health conditions that form the basis for current litigation.
- Liver Cancer: Cancer affecting the liver tissue potentially linked to PFAS exposure
- Kidney Cancer: Malignancies of the kidney associated with PFAS chemicals
- Breast Cancer: Breast tissue malignancies potentially related to PFAS exposure
- Testicular Cancer: Cancer affecting the testicles associated with PFAS exposure
- Bladder Cancer: Malignancies of the bladder linked to PFAS chemicals
- Thyroid Disease: Thyroid function disorders connected to PFAS exposure
- Pancreatic Cancer: Cancer of the pancreas potentially caused by PFAS
- Prostate Cancer: Malignancies affecting the prostate gland
- Ulcerative Colitis: Inflammatory bowel disease potentially associated with PFAS exposure
Do You Qualify for PFAS Lawsuit Compensation?
You may qualify for substantial PFAS lawsuit compensation if:
- You were exposed to PFAS through contaminated drinking water, consumer products, or occupational exposure.
- You developed a serious health condition such as liver cancer, kidney cancer, breast cancer, testicular cancer, or thyroid disease.
- The injuries required medical treatment or hospitalization.
- You can provide medical documentation linking your injuries to PFAS exposure.
Qualifying claimants may be eligible for significant financial recovery through individual lawsuits or as part of larger settlement programs.
Evidence Required for a PFAS Lawsuit
Evidence needed for a PFAS lawsuit includes:
- Medical records documenting your condition
- Proof of PFAS exposure through environmental reports or occupational records
- Expert testimonies establishing the connection between PFAS and your health issues
- Documentation linking your specific health issues to PFAS contamination
Financial Compensation You Can Recover
The compensation you could recover in a PFAS lawsuit depends on the type and severity of your illness. However, some recoverable damages our lawyers could seek on your behalf include:
- Past and future medical expenses – covering all treatments related to your PFAS-linked condition
- Past and future lost wages – including diminished earning capacity
- Past and future pain and suffering (both mental and physical) – which may constitute a significant portion of your settlement
- Punitive damages – potentially substantial amounts designed to punish the manufacturers
- Property devaluation (in certain cases) – recovering lost property value due to contamination
- Environmental cleanup and mitigation costs (in certain cases) – ensuring responsible parties pay for remediation
How Could I be Exposed to PFAS?
People living near sites where a release of PFAS has occurred may be exposed to contaminated air, soil, or drinking water. You may also be exposed via consumer products including food packaging, stain-resistant carpeting and upholstery, and water-repellent clothing.
Eating food grown or raised in PFAS-contaminated water, including agricultural products, wild game, and fish may also increase your exposure. Babies born to mothers who were exposed to PFAS can be exposed in the womb while breastfeeding, or while drinking formula mixed with contaminated water.
People who work with or around PFAS (i.e. manufacturing chemicals or using AFFF fire-fighting foam) may breathe in PFAS.
Who are PFAS Lawsuits Being Filed Against?
For years, DuPont was the single company being sued over health and environmental damages alleged from so-called PFAS “forever chemicals.” DuPont has been named as a defendant in more than 6,100 PFAS lawsuits since 2005, according to Bloomberg [1].
However, recently there’s been a seismic shift in the legal landscape as awareness of PFAS has expanded. No company’s degree of legal jeopardy is currently rising faster than 3M’s. More than 3 PFAS-related lawsuits were filed against the company per day in 2021.
Other defendants in recent PFAS lawsuits include Chemguard Inc., Kidde-Fenwal Inc., National Foam Inc., and Dynax Corp.
PFAS Regulatory Developments
PFAS is currently the focus of aggressive environmental regulatory scrutiny related to compliance and cleanup standards. In 2019, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a PFAS Action Plan outlining commitments to address concerns over the chemicals.
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Statute of Limitations for PFAS Lawsuits
The timeframe to file a PFAS compensation claim varies by jurisdiction, typically ranging from 2 to 4 years from the date of discovery of the harm.
FAQs
1. What evidence is needed to support a maximum PFAS compensation claim?
To maximize your compensation, you’ll need comprehensive medical records, detailed proof of PFAS exposure, environmental testing reports, expert witness testimonies, and documentation clearly linking your specific health issues to PFAS contamination.
2. What types of financial compensation are available for PFAS damages?
Compensation for PFAS damages may include substantial medical expense reimbursement, lost income recovery, significant pain and suffering damages, property value loss compensation, and environmental cleanup and mitigation costs.
Yes, several PFAS-related cases have resulted in significant settlements and verdicts, with companies paying for medical costs, property damage, and environmental cleanup.
4. How long do I have to file a PFAS compensation claim?
The timeframe to file a PFAS compensation claim varies by jurisdiction, typically ranging from 2 to 4 years from the date of discovery of the harm. Missing this deadline could permanently forfeit your right to compensation.
5. Which companies are being targeted for PFAS compensation claims?
Major companies facing potential compensation liability include DuPont, 3M, Chemguard Inc., Kidde-Fenwal Inc., National Foam Inc., and Dynax Corp. These companies have significant financial resources that may be available to pay claims.
6. How can I determine If I’ve been exposed to PFAS for claim purposes?
To support your compensation claim, you’ll need to document exposure through contaminated drinking water, consumer products with PFAS, or occupational exposure. Testing of water sources and blood can help establish exposure levels necessary for your case.
7. What health conditions qualify for the Highest PFAS compensation?
Conditions potentially qualifying for substantial compensation include various cancers (liver, kidney, breast, testicular, bladder, pancreatic, prostate), thyroid disease, and ulcerative colitis – particularly when treatment has been extensive and the impact on quality of life significant.
8. How are PFAS lawsuit settlement amounts determined?
Settlement amounts are typically calculated based on severity of illness, extent of medical treatment, impact on quality of life and earning capacity, strength of evidence linking PFAS to your condition, and the defendant company’s liability exposure.
Get a Free PFAS Lawsuit Evaluation With Our Lawyers
Time is limited to pursue financial compensation for PFAS-related injuries. The statute of limitations typically allows only 2 to 4 years from the date of discovery to file your claim. Don’t risk losing your right to substantial monetary recovery.
At Schmidt & Clark, LLP, we offer:
- Free, confidential claim evaluations to assess your compensation potential.
- No upfront costs or fees – we invest in your case.
- Payment only if we secure compensation for you.
- Aggressive negotiation for maximum settlement value.
- Proven track record of recovering damages for injured clients.