PFAS in drinking water may pose serious health risks
Have you been diagnosed with kidney, testicular or liver cancer after drinking tap water at your home or work? You may have unknowingly been exposed to PFAS in drinking water and may be eligible to join a lawsuit investigation. Fill out the form on this page to learn more and see if you qualify.
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are toxic, man-made chemicals — and they are showing up in tap water across the country. In fact, recent estimates suggest that nearly half of U.S. water supplies may be contaminated with PFAS.
Long-term exposure to these “forever chemicals” has been linked to serious health problems, including:
- Kidney cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Liver cancer
- Thyroid cancer
- Ulcerative colitis
If you developed one of these illnesses after regularly drinking tap water, you may have been exposed to PFAS in drinking water.
Do you qualify?
You may be eligible to join a PFAS lawsuit if any of the following apply to you or a loved one:
- You lived in an area served by a PFAS-contaminated water system
- You lived near a military base, fire training facility or an industrial site that has been linked to PFAS contamination
- You worked with or were exposed to AFFF firefighting foam
- You were diagnosed with a PFAS-related cancer or illness, such as:
- Kidney cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Liver cancer
- Thyroid cancer
- Ulcerative colitis
Many people have been unknowingly exposed to PFAS. If you are unsure if you were exposed, use the form on this page to find out if you qualify.
Fill out the form on this page for more information.
What are PFAS?
PFAS are synthetic, man-made chemicals known for their resistance to heat, water, stains and grease. They are commonly used in nonstick cookware, water-resistant clothing and firefighting chemicals known as aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF).
Because PFAS do not break down naturally, they are often referred to as “forever chemicals.” Over time, these substances can accumulate in the environment — and in the human body.
Studies suggest that PFAS exposure may increase the risk of developing certain types of health conditions, including:
- Kidney cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Liver cancer
- Thyroid cancer
- Ulcerative colitis
As awareness of the risks associated with PFAS grows, consumer advocates and regulators are investigating where these chemicals are found, especially in the water supply.
PFAS contamination in drinking water
One of the most alarming risks associated with PFAS is widespread water contamination. States, local governments and environmental watchdog groups have ramped up testing efforts — and the results are troubling.
PFAS have already been detected in the drinking water of thousands of zip codes across the country, affecting millions of people. Individuals who live or work in these areas may have unknowingly consumed PFAS in drinking water for years.
How do PFAS get in water supplies?
PFAS can enter drinking water in several ways, often through industrial activity, waste disposal and firefighting efforts.
Many industrial processes produce PFAS as a waste byproduct. These chemicals may be released into the air and settle into rivers, lakes and reservoirs — or they may be spilled or illegally dumped into water sources. Landfills and wastewater treatment plants also contribute to water contamination when PFAS-containing waste isn’t properly contained or filtered.
Airports, military bases and fire training sites are another major source of contamination due to the use of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), a firefighting foam that contains high levels of PFAS. These facilities often have long histories of PFAS use, leading to significant groundwater pollution. Learn more about AFFF and its impact.
Join a PFAS lawsuit investigation
If you or a loved one has developed cancer or another serious health condition, you may qualify to join a PFAS lawsuit investigation.
Please use the form on this page to find out if you qualify to take legal action.
Fill out the form on this page to see if you qualify for a free case evaluation.
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