Because the legal process in AFFF exposure cases is very complex and tedious, we cannot tell you with certainty how long you will have to wait until you receive financial compensation from the liable manufacturers.
These cases involve multiple plaintiffs and defendants, prolonging the waiting period. Most AFFF cases are expected to result in compensation within several years of filing a claim.
The following are some factors that can greatly influence the time you will have to wait until resolution:
It is important to keep in mind that preparing a toxic exposure claim and the documents and evidence that must accompany it is very time-consuming, and your attorney themselves has to wait for the responses of other parties and entities to get your claim moving forward. Therefore, obtaining compensation from a claim filed for AFFF exposure requires a lot of patience, but if you work with the right attorney and legal team, waiting for the resolution of your case will eventually be worth it. The compensation you can receive can greatly help with your medical expenses and other costs.
With over 35 years of experience in evaluating toxic exposure and personal injury claims, our team of experts is ready to offer you quality assistance. If you are or were a civilian or military firefighter and now struggle with a disease that might be related to AFFF exposure, do not hesitate to contact us. The only documents we will need to review your case are your employment or military records and your medical records.