Military personnel battling with kidney cancer can present relevant documents, including medical and military records, to establish a link between service-related PFAS exposure and their diagnosis.
Additionally, providing sufficient evidence can be greatly beneficial as it can help service members receive compensation.
Some of the relevant documents military members need to prepare to prove that service-related PFAS exposure caused their kidney cancer include:
Those on active duty may be eligible for compensation by filing toxic exposure claims. Meanwhile, veterans can get benefits and disability pay from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
The VA recognizes kidney cancer as a presumptive disease, which means that they no longer have to link their condition to military service. The agency automatically presumes or assumes it. They may also opt to undergo VA-sponsored toxic screening tests whose results can serve as additional evidence linking their kidney cancer to military service.
For military members and their families, living with kidney cancer is never easy, but we can provide the support you need. If you or someone you know is struggling with kidney cancer as a result of service-connected exposure to PFAS, you may be eligible to receive compensation, and our team at Atraxia Law can help you.
With over 35 years of experience, we have assisted many individuals, including military personnel, with their toxic exposure cases. We will gladly assess your case to check your eligibility, and if you do, we will promptly refer you to a reputable attorney.