Calculate settlements for PFAS "forever chemicals" exposure. Firefighters, AFFF foam, cancer claims. Average $400,000 to $700,000+.
Calculate Settlement$550,000
Avg Cancer Settlement
10K+
MDL Claims
5K+
Firefighter Claims
$10.3B
3M Settlement
Settled $10.3B (water systems)
Multiple settlements
Active litigation
Active litigation
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) lawsuits seek compensation from manufacturers of "forever chemicals" that have contaminated drinking water and caused cancer. Major defendants include 3M, DuPont, and firefighting foam manufacturers.
According to 2026 MDL data, over 10,000 claims are pending in MDL 2873. Firefighters exposed to AFFF foam represent a significant portion, with over 5,000 claims.
3M's $10.3 billion settlement addresses public water system cleanup. Individual cancer claims continue in litigation, with settlements averaging $550,000.
Free estimate based on 2026 MDL settlement data.
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