Tag Archive: Kidney Cancer

The projected settlement amounts for AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) lawsuits related to kidney cancer underscore a noteworthy moment for both the legal and medical communities. With figures ranging from $40,000 to upwards of $300,000, these estimates highlight the severe impact of AFFF exposure and the potential financial compensation for...

Kidney cancer, a serious malignancy affecting renal tissue, has been increasingly associated with exposure to certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are components of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) used in firefighting. Studies indicate that the unique chemical properties of PFAS, which include resistance to heat and water, also render...

Battle Lines Drawn on Speed of Camp Lejeune Water Trial After years of delays, the Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuits are finally moving forward with proposals for case management plans to streamline the litigation. Plaintiffs and the Department of Justice have submitted joint plans to the presiding judge to establish...