Active MDL
PFAS "Forever Chemicals" Lawsuits
MDL 2873 • 200M+ Americans Exposed
What Are PFAS?
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are synthetic chemicals used in firefighting foam, nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing, and food packaging. Called "forever chemicals" because they don't break down in the environment or human body.
Health Effects Linked to PFAS
Kidney cancer
Testicular cancer
Thyroid disease
Ulcerative colitis
High cholesterol
Pregnancy complications
Liver damage
Immune suppression
PFAS MDL Status (2026)
- •3M settled for $10.3 billion (public water systems)
- •DuPont/Chemours facing thousands of claims
- •Individual cancer claims proceeding to trial
- •State AG lawsuits ongoing nationwide
Who Can File a PFAS Lawsuit?
- • Residents near contaminated water sources
- • People diagnosed with PFAS-linked cancers or diseases
- • Firefighters exposed to AFFF foam
- • Military personnel at bases with contamination
- • Workers at PFAS manufacturing facilities