Answer · The PFAS lawsuit is a mass tort against 3M, DuPont, Chemours, Tyco alleging Kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, ulcerative colitis, consolidated in MDL 2873 (D.S.C.). TortSignal scores this litigation 79/100 with a late-stage campaign currently open. Estimated case value: $150K – $750K per qualifying PI claim.
PFAS contamination is the largest environmental tort in U.S. history. After the $10.3B AFFF water-utility settlement, personal injury claims for cancers and immune disorders are accelerating. EPA has designated PFOA/PFOS as hazardous substances.
Signal Score
79
Opportunity Score
88
Risk Score (lower is better)
32
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Filing velocity · last 12 weeks
472 filings / wk
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Plaintiff profile
Estimated case value range
$150K – $750K per qualifying PI claim
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Defendant(s)
3M, DuPont, Chemours, Tyco
Competition
moderate
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Who qualifies
Individuals with documented PFAS exposure (drinking water near military bases, airports, manufacturing sites; occupational firefighters) diagnosed with kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, or ulcerative colitis.
Litigation status
MDL 2873 in D.S.C. AFFF water utility settlement of $10.3B finalized 2024. Personal injury track now active with bellwether selection.
Lead jurisdiction
South Carolina
Apr 15, 2026 · EPA
EPA finalizes PFOA/PFOS hazardous substance designation under CERCLA
Apr 08, 2026 · Law360
AFFF MDL bellwether picks announced for Q3 2026 trials
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Plaintiffs allege manufacturers knowingly contaminated drinking water and exposed firefighters to PFAS chemicals linked to multiple cancers and immune system disorders.
Individuals with documented PFAS exposure diagnosed with kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, or ulcerative colitis.
Personal injury claims are estimated at $150,000 to $750,000 depending on diagnosis and exposure documentation.
The $10.3B AFFF water utility settlement was finalized in 2024. Personal injury bellwether trials are scheduled for Q3 2026 in MDL 2873.
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