PFAS Exposure Investigation
Photo Credit: Adobe | Published: June 12, 2024
Claim Form Deadline: Ongoing
Estimated Payout: Varies
Proof required: Yes
Were You Or Your Family Harmed By PFAS?
The attorneys at Siri & Glimstad are evaluating claims from individuals whose health was affected by products or water containing toxic “forever chemicals” called PFAS, also known as Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances. PFAS (fluorinated surfactants) are one of the key components in Class B fluorinated foams, utilized in fire suppression systems such as fire extinguishers.PFAS are chemicals that are used in industrial production and oil processing, and these chemicals have even contaminated some drinking water supplies. PFAS can also be found in numerous everyday products such as Teflon cookware, clothing, cosmetics, and foams used by firefighters to put out fires. Certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”)are known to be dangerous to health, including perfluorooctanoic acid (“PFOA”) and perfluorooctanesulfonate (“PFOS”).
Reach out below to see how you may get compensated for this potential violation of your health. There is no cost to you to consult with an attorney — they only get paid if you win. PFAs have been found to cause cancer, suppress the immune system, interfere with normal hormone and thyroid function, and cause reproductive harm.
If you feel your health was affected by PFAS, learn how to take action here.
PFAS Class Action Settlements
$5,000,000 3M PFAS Settlement In 2022, 3M COMPANY was sued in a PFAS class action settlement, which was eventually agreed to for a $5,000,000 payout fund over allegations that 3M had polluted soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air, and fish by discharging certain PFAS substances.
$5,000,000 Thinx Underwear PFAS Settlement In 2023, Thinx underwear company settled a class action lawsuit over allegations that some of its underwear may have contained toxic PFAS chemicals that may be harmful to consumers.
$1,400,000 Knix PFAS Class Action Settlement In 2024, Knix underwear settled class action lawsuit worth $1,400,000 over allegations that their consumer products contained synthetic PFAS substances.
How Do I Qualify for Compensation?
The EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) reported that many Americans have had exposure to PFAS, but at relatively low concentrations. Some of the potential health effects include:• Reproductive health effects,
• Increased blood pressure in pregnant women,
• Decreased fertility,
• Low birth weight in children,
• Development delays in children,
• Accelerated puberty phases,
• Variations in bones,
• Increased risk of prostate, kidney, and testicular cancers,
• Reduce immune response, so reduced ability to battle infections,
• Reduced vaccine response,
• Interference with the body's natural hormone processes,
• Increased cholesterol levels,
• Increased risk of obesity.
If you or a loved one were exposed to PFAS and you feel your health was affected by PFAS, reach out using any of the links below.
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