Firefighting Foam Lawsuits (AFFF Exposure)

Name: AFFF
Brand: Military Justice Attorneys
Rating: 5 (44 reviews)

Legal representation for service members, veterans, firefighters, and civilians harmed by exposure to Aqueous Film Forming Foam.

AFFF Exposure and Resulting Health Risks

Military Justice Attorneys is investigating claims from active-duty service members, veterans, civilians, and first responders who have suffered injuries or illnesses caused by exposure to Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF). Commonly known as firefighting or firefighter foam, AFFF has been linked to various cancers, ulcerative colitis, thyroid disease, and other serious health conditions.

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with a condition associated with AFFF exposure, you may be entitled to compensation. Military Justice Attorneys is a veteran-owned and operated law firm focused on representing those who serve and protect others.

What Is Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF)?

Aqueous Film Forming Foam is a type of firefighting foam designed to suppress liquid fuel fires by rapidly spreading across surfaces. AFFF has been used extensively in civilian, industrial, and military settings, including by the Department of Defense since at least the 1970s.

Before being phased out in recent years, AFFF was commonly used during training exercises and emergency response events at military bases, airports, shipyards, chemical plants, and refineries due to its effectiveness against jet fuel and petroleum fires.

Many AFFF formulations contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), which are synthetic chemicals associated with long-term health and environmental risks.

Who Faces Increased Health Risks From Firefighting Foam?

While PFAS exposure is widespread in the United States, certain groups face significantly higher exposure levels due to occupational or environmental contact with AFFF. These groups include:

Firefighters and firefighting trainees
Military service members and military firefighters
Industrial and chemical plant workers
Airport emergency responders
Individuals living near facilities that manufacture or use PFAS-based foam

Over the course of decades, service members from all branches of the U.S. military were frequently exposed to AFFF during training, emergency response, and daily operations on bases, airfields, and vessels.

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NO GOMOR ISSUED

Fort Cavazos, Texas. Army Officer Rebuts Allegations of Online Social Media Misconduct; No GOMOR Issued.

GOMOR LOCALLY FILED

Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina. Army Major (O-4) reprimanded for extramarital sexual conduct, GOMOR locally filed.

NO ADVERSE ACTION

Fort Stewart, Georgia. An Army Sergeant (E-5) was flagged for allegedly violating a restriction of movement (ROM) order following a suspected case of COVID-19.

GOMOR REMOVED

Fort Stewart, Georgia. GOMOR removed for Army Ranger arrested for DUI less safe after failing to submit to a field sobriety test.

GOMOR LOCALLY FILED

Fort Knox, Kentucky. Army Major (O-4) facing an investigation and possible removal from the Army contacted MJA to help him respond appropriately.

MARINE SNCO PROMOTED

Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Marine Staff Sergeant (E-6) refused NJP, avoids court-martial and earns promotion.

PROMOTED AFTER GOMOR

United States Army Japan. An Army First Lieutenant (O-2) received a permanently filed GOMOR for allegedly being drunk and disorderly in violation of USF Japan liberty policy.

GOMOR WITHDRAWN AND DESTROYED

Army Reserve Support Command. Army Sergeant First Class (E-7) reprimanded for alleged aggravated sexual contact.

GOMOR LOCALLY FILED

1st Theater Sustainment Command, Middle East. Army Major (O-4) reprimanded for allegations of extramarital sexual conduct.

GOMOR TRANSFERRED

Department of the Army Suitability and Evaluation Board (DASEB). Army Captain (O-3) reprimanded for drunk and disorderly.

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Health Conditions Linked to AFFF Exposure

Scientific studies examining disease prevalence among firefighters, service members, and other exposed populations have identified growing links between PFAS-based firefighting foams and serious health conditions.

Cancers Associated With AFFF Exposure

Kidney cancer
Testicular cancer
Liver cancer
Thyroid cancer

Firefighting Foam MDL and Manufacturer Accountability

As evidence linking AFFF exposure to adverse health effects has grown, lawsuits have been filed against manufacturers such as 3M, Chemguard, and DuPont. Many of these cases have been consolidated into a federal multidistrict litigation (MDL).

MDL proceedings allow individual claims to move forward efficiently while preserving each plaintiff’s right to pursue compensation based on their unique damages. Bellwether trials are expected to help evaluate claims and guide settlement discussions as the litigation progresses.

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Can I File a Firefighting Foam Lawsuit?

You may be eligible to pursue an AFFF lawsuit if:

You were exposed to AFFF or other PFAS-based firefighting foams as a firefighter, service member, industrial worker, or civilian; and
You were diagnosed with a condition linked to AFFF exposure; or
A loved one died from cancer or another illness associated with AFFF exposure.

Eligibility depends on various factors, including exposure history, service or employment records, medical documentation, and the specific condition being addressed.

How Military Justice Attorneys Can Help

Military Justice Attorneys focuses on representing active-duty service members, veterans, and emergency responders across the nation. With decades of combined experience, our firm provides comprehensive legal support throughout the AFFF litigation process, including:

Evaluating claim eligibility
Gathering exposure and medical evidence
Consulting with qualified medical and scientific experts
Preparing and filing legal claims
Providing ongoing updates regarding MDL developments
Negotiating settlements or preparing cases for trial

Former Military Judge Advocates United By Service

Our attorneys are all former military officers who served on active duty. We work as a team on your case, leveraging each of our attorneys’ unique perspectives and vast experience to win on your behalf.

Gerry Healy

Owner and Founder

Gerry founded Military Justice Attorneys to provide service members with principled, trial-tested defense rooted in firsthand experience inside the military justice system.

Former Judge Advocate in the U.S. Marine Corps
Recognized Criminal Defense Attorney and Litigator
Represents Military Community in Complex Mass Torts

Josh Hill

Managing Partner

Josh oversees the firm’s military justice practice, bringing a strategic and detail-driven approach to complex litigation, appeals, and high-stakes administrative matters.

Former Military Prosecutor and Defense Counsel
Admitted to Practice in all Military Appellate Courts
Burton Award for Distinguished Legal Writing

Chip Hodge

Partner

Chip draws on senior-level military justice experience to advise and defend service members facing courts-martial, investigations, and career-altering administrative actions.

Retired Marine Lieutenant Colonel
Served as Deputy SJA, Marine Forces Reserve
Deployed to Afghanistan in Support of OEF

Paul Murray

Partner

Paul represents contractors injured while working overseas in support of US agencies and forces, combining significant litigation experience with a deep commitment to helping injured workers.

Former Major in the U.S. Marine Corps
Admitted to the Bar in South Carolina, Georgia, and Illinois

Jon Shelburne

Senior Counsel

Jon brings decades of courtroom and appellate experience, focusing on serious criminal allegations and complex military justice matters worldwide.

30+ Years of Trial Experience
Co-Chair, Veterans Committee for Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Amy Thomas

Of Counsel

Amy provides strategic counsel on military and employment-related matters, informed by senior leadership experience and advanced legal training.

Retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Marine Corps
Master's in Jurisprudence in Labor & Employment Law

Request a Consultation

If you have questions about a potential firefighting foam lawsuit, Military Justice Attorneys is available to help. We offer free and confidential consultations and handle AFFF cases on a contingency basis, meaning there are no upfront costs and no fee unless compensation is recovered.

Call (843) 773-5501 or contact us online to speak with an attorney.

Firefighting Foam Lawsuits (AFFF Exposure)

AFFF Exposure and Resulting Health Risks

What Is Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF)?

Who Faces Increased Health Risks From Firefighting Foam?