In recent years, PFAS—per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—have emerged as a significant environmental concern, earning the nickname “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment. These chemicals, commonly found in AFFF firefighting foam, have led to PFAS water contamination near military bases, airports, and firefighter training facilities, impacting local homeowners. For those affected, PFAS exposure
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination has become a major public health and environmental concern, with thousands of people now pursuing lawsuits to hold manufacturers accountable for the health and property damage caused by these toxic chemicals. If you or someone you know has been exposed to PFAS and suffered health complications or property damage,
Filing a lawsuit for cancer caused by PFAS exposure through AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) may seem overwhelming, but understanding the legal process can help you feel more prepared and in control. AFFF has been widely used for decades by firefighters and the U.S. military to extinguish fuel fires, but mounting research has linked its core
Leukemia cases are alarmingly on the rise among oil and gas workers, and the cause often points to toxic chemical exposure—specifically benzene. For decades, benzene has been a staple in the industry, found in products like crude oil, gasoline, and solvents. While vital to operations, this volatile compound is also a known carcinogen, linked to
Firefighters and military personnel are some of the most courageous individuals, putting their lives on the line every day to protect others. However, there is a hidden danger they often face—one that can take years to reveal itself: cancer. Recent studies have uncovered a concerning connection between cancer and exposure to toxic chemicals found in
Veterans and their families exposed to toxic chemicals at military installations may soon see long-awaited changes to how their health care needs are addressed. Congress introduced the Veterans Exposed to Toxic PFAS Act (VET PFAS Act) and the Care for Veterans Act, aimed to ensure those impacted by toxic exposure receive the medical treatment and
On October 9, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) took another big step in its fight against PFAS, often called “forever chemicals.” The EPA issued a fifth Test Order under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), requiring five major companies to test a specific type of PFAS called 6:2 fluorotelomer acrylate (6:2 FTAc). This
Across the United States, communities are grappling with the devastating effects of toxic contamination. Whether from PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) leaks into water sources from military bases and firefighter training facilities or toxic ash from the burning of harmful products/chemicals, residents are demanding justice. These harmful chemicals can persist in the environment for decades,
The Downs Law Group was recently featured in an article by Follow The Money, a platform for investigative journalism, highlighting BP’s attempts to influence the scientific research following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The article, titled “Slick Operator: BP’s Grip on Science Following the World’s Largest Oil Spill,” exposes how BP has funded and influenced
