The Chemicals That Never Go Away — and the Fight to Hold Their Makers Accountable.

Trial Lawyers United LLC represents firefighters, military personnel, and communities exposed to toxic “forever chemicals” (PFAS) through AFFF firefighting foam and contaminated water supplies.

In the Relentless Pursuit of Justice. Results without Risk.

Overview

For decades, aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) has been used by firefighters, airports, and the U.S. military to extinguish fuel fires. What few knew until recently is that these foams contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — highly toxic compounds now linked to severe and sometimes fatal health conditions.

These “forever chemicals” accumulate in the environment and the human body, persisting for decades without breaking down. Manufacturers knew of the risks but concealed evidence of PFAS toxicity, prioritizing profit over public safety.

At Trial Lawyers United LLC, we represent individuals and municipalities across the country in the growing national litigation against AFFF and PFAS manufacturers. Our mission is simple: hold the corporations that created this public health crisis fully accountable and deliver justice for those they’ve harmed.

Who’s Liable / How Fault Works

AFFF and PFAS lawsuits focus on corporate misconduct and environmental negligence by chemical manufacturers and distributors. Responsible parties may include:
– 3M, DuPont, Chemours, and Tyco, among other chemical giants that produced PFAS-based foams.
– Manufacturers and distributors of firefighting foams that contained toxic PFAS compounds.
– Government and military contractors that failed to warn workers of known hazards.
– Facilities and refineries responsible for groundwater contamination near training and industrial sites.

Evidence from internal company documents shows that many of these corporations were aware of the health and environmental dangers as early as the 1970s — yet failed to disclose them to regulators or consumers.

Our firm works to uncover these deliberate cover-ups and build compelling liability cases grounded in corporate misconduct.

Common Exposure Sources

Trial Lawyers United LLC represents a wide range of clients exposed to PFAS through direct and environmental contact, including:
– Firefighters and first responders using AFFF in training or emergencies.
– Military service members stationed at bases where firefighting foams were routinely deployed.
– Residents near airports, industrial sites, and military bases with contaminated soil and drinking water.
– Municipal water authorities forced to clean PFAS contamination in public supplies.
– Industrial workers exposed during manufacturing or chemical handling processes.

PFAS exposure isn’t limited to occupational settings — contamination has spread through groundwater, rivers, and food chains, affecting entire communities.

Injuries and Illnesses Linked to PFAS Exposure

Scientific studies and government reports have identified strong links between PFAS exposure and several serious health outcomes. Victims may suffer from:
– Kidney cancer
– Testicular cancer
– Thyroid disease
– Ulcerative colitis
– Liver damage
– Immune system suppression
– Hormonal and reproductive disorders
– High cholesterol and hypertension

Our firm helps clients pursue compensation for both personal injury and wrongful death claims associated with PFAS exposure.

Evidence and Proof

AFFF and PFAS litigation depends on scientific and documentary evidence proving exposure, causation, and corporate knowledge. Our attorneys work with toxicologists, epidemiologists, and environmental engineers to build a compelling case that connects:
1. Exposure: demonstrating the client’s occupational or residential contact with PFAS.
2. Medical linkage: establishing that PFAS was a substantial contributing factor in the illness or injury.
3. Corporate knowledge: uncovering internal documents showing the manufacturer’s awareness of risk and failure to warn.
4. Contamination mapping: connecting groundwater, air, or food exposure to known contamination sources.

Our national team uses data from other cases, like the AFFF Multidistrict Litigation (MDL No. 2873, District of South Carolina) and related state actions, to strengthen every claim.

How We Help

Trial Lawyers United LLC brings national reach, scientific expertise, and courtroom experience to PFAS and AFFF litigation.

Our approach includes:
– Detailed exposure history analysis and client screening.
– Collaboration with environmental scientists and medical experts.
– Filing individual injury claims and municipal contamination suits.
– Navigating the AFFF MDL proceedings and state-court coordination.
– Pursuing full compensation for medical care, property damage, and long-term harm.

Every case is handled on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win. Results without risk.

FAQ

Q: Who can file an AFFF or PFAS lawsuit?

A: Individuals diagnosed with PFAS-linked cancers or illnesses, as well as municipalities dealing with water contamination, may be eligible to file claims.

Q: What is the AFFF MDL?

A: The AFFF litigation is consolidated in federal court (MDL No. 2873, District of South Carolina) to streamline pretrial proceedings for thousands of related claims.

Q: How long do I have to file a claim?

A: Statutes of limitation vary by state, but claims are typically calculated from the date of diagnosis or discovery of exposure. Contact us immediately to protect your rights.

Q: How much does it cost to hire your firm?

A: Nothing upfront. We only get paid when you recover compensation — Results without risk.