You can file a PFAS exposure claim and a VA disability claim for ulcerative colitis (UC) if you were diagnosed with UC after being assigned to a contaminated military base for at least a year.
You can also file a PFAS exposure claim for UC if you are a family member of a veteran or a civilian resident who lived within one mile of a contaminated military base for at least a year.
To file a claim successfully, you must be able to show a connection between your diagnosis and your service (or residence, if a family member or civilian resident). You must be able to retrieve and present documents, such as:
If you have more questions about your eligibility for PFAS claims, our legal team at Atraxia Law has all the experience and knowledge about filing environmental exposure claims involving cancer and chronic conditions. Schedule a consultation with our team, and we will evaluate your documents and history to check your eligibility. If you qualify for a claim, your case will be referred to a competent attorney who can pursue monetary compensation for your ulcerative colitis diagnosis.