For decades, “forever chemicals” (commonly known as PFAS) have contaminated groundwater at military bases and surrounding communities across the country, and may cause cancer and other diseases. Pintas & Mullins is among the largest environmental law firms in the country. Contact us today to take action against the chemical manufacturers that are harming the members of the military.

Attention: PFAS May Cause Cancer in Veterans

Attention: PFAS May Cause Cancer in Veterans

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For decades, “forever chemicals” (commonly known as PFAS) have contaminated groundwater at military bases and surrounding communities across the country, and may cause cancer and other diseases. Pintas & Mullins is among the largest environmental law firms in the country. Contact us today to take action against the chemical manufacturers that are harming the members of the military.

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If you worked or lived in Lower Manhattan between September 2001 - May 2002 and later developed any type of cancer or respiratory illness you may be eligible for significant financial compensation.

If you worked or lived in Lower Manhattan between September 2001 - May 2002 and later developed any type of cancer or respiratory illness you may be eligible for significant financial compensation.

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  • Our Proven Track Record: We are currently representing more than 10,000 individuals injured from disaster and environmental related tragedies.


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$300,000

Our client was a security guard at the New York Stock Exchange following 9/11. In 2007, he was diagnosed with kidney cancer and 2011 with prostate cancer.

$300,000

Our client was observing ground zero in the week following 9/11. In 2013, he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and prostate cancer in 2016.

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$300,000

Our client was a security guard at the New York Stock Exchange following 9/11. In 2007, he was diagnosed with kidney cancer and 2011 with prostate cancer.

$300,000

Our client was observing ground zero in the week following 9/11. In 2013, he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and prostate cancer in 2016.

$300,000

Our client attended New York Law School during the months following 9/11. He was later diagnosed with melanoma in 2009 and basal cell carcinoma in 2010.

You do NOT need to be a first responder to collect.

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Typical awards from the Victim Compensation Fund are:


  • $200,000 - $340,000 for Cancer Diagnoses
  • $90,000 for Skin Cancer Diagnoses
  • $10,000 - $90,000 for Respiratory Illnesses


If we are able to take your case, we will pursue the maximum recovery for your cancer or respiratory illness.

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  • Office workers
  • First Responders
  • Visitors
  • Residents
  • Students
  • Volunteers / clean up workers
  • Demolition workers
  • Daycare attendees and staff
  • Commuters
  • Maintenance workers

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has found that the groundwater in U.S. military bases around the country were contaminated by chemicals known as PFAS.


They are “forever chemicals” — long-lasting, toxic chemicals that persist in the environment and human body.

PFAS have been linked to:


  • Liver cancer
  • Kidney cancer
  • Testicular cancer
  • Thyroid cancer
  • Thyroid diseases
  • Ulcerative colitis

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Are You a Veteran Who Was Harmed

by Contaminated Water?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has found that the groundwater in U.S. military bases around the country were contaminated by chemicals known as PFAS.


They are “forever chemicals” — long-lasting, toxic chemicals that persist in the environment and human body.

PFAS has been commonly found in:


  • Water 
  • Food
  • Fire-fighting foams
  • Stain and water-repellent products such as Scotchgard
  • Nonstick products like Teflon
  • Polishes
  • Waxes
  • Paints
  • Cleaning products
  • Industrial workplaces where chrome plating, electronics manufacturing or oil recovery is done

Effects of Forever Chemicals


PFAS may leach into drinking water from any of these sources. They also build up in living organisms over time due to exposure and are widely known to be environmental contaminants.


On military bases and airports, these chemicals are used as a part of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF), which can put out fires caused by jet fuel.


PFAS chemicals such as PFOA and PFOS do not break down on their own. This means they can stay in the body for permanently.


They are highly toxic to humans because they can change hormone levels, increase cholesterol, interfere with the immune system’s function, and increase the risk of kidney, liver, testicular and thyroid cancers.

Many manufacturers stopped using PFAS due to adverse effects on human health. Scientists at 3M corporation knew as early as 1975 that PFAS chemicals were building up in those exposed to it. In 2009, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) set limits for safe exposure to PFAS.


Studies have found that six million Americans are exposed to PFAS at limits above that set by the EPA health advisory limit. Even today, PFAS is still found in drinking water sources at hundreds of sites across the country. Every day, a new community is being harmed by these toxic chemicals.

Are You a Veteran Harmed by Contaminated Water?

PFAS has been commonly found in:



  • Water 
  • Food
  • Fire-fighting foams
  • Stain and water-repellent products such as Scotchgard
  • Nonstick products like Teflon
  • Polishes
  • Waxes
  • Paints
  • Cleaning products
  • Industrial workplaces where chrome plating, electronics manufacturing or oil recovery is done

Effects of Forever Chemicals


PFAS may leach into drinking water from any of these sources. They also build up in living organisms over time due to exposure and are widely known to be environmental contaminants.


On military bases and airports, these chemicals are used as a part of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF), which can put out fires caused by jet fuel.


PFAS chemicals such as PFOA and PFOS do not break down on their own. This means they can stay in the body for permanently.


They are highly toxic to humans because they can change hormone levels, increase cholesterol, interfere with the immune system’s function, and increase the risk of kidney, liver, testicular and thyroid cancers.

PFAS have been linked to:


  • Liver cancer
  • Kidney cancer
  • Testicular cancer
  • Thyroid cancer
  • Thyroid diseases
  • Ulcerative colitis

Many manufacturers stopped using PFAS due to adverse effects on human health. Scientists at 3M corporation knew as early as 1975 that PFAS chemicals were building up in those exposed to it. In 2009, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) set limits for safe exposure to PFAS.


Studies have found that six million Americans are exposed to PFAS at limits above that set by the EPA health advisory limit. Even today, PFAS is still found in drinking water sources at hundreds of sites across the country. Every day, a new community is being harmed by these toxic chemicals.

The Toxic Aftermath of 9/11 Caused Cancer in Many

The collapse of the twin towers produced dust and debris loaded with carcinogens. Researchers from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai hospital found that thousands of people have been diagnosed with or died from cancers or respiratory illnesses related to the 9/11 attack.


A long-term study also found that law enforcement officers in New York City have 50% more cancer diagnoses after 9/11 than they did before the attack. Various groups of people – including but not limited to the list below – were affected.

If you were diagnosed with one of the conditions listed above and spent time in the exposure zone between the 9/11 attack and May 30, 2002, you may be eligible for compensation.

  • Office workers
  • First Responders
  • Residents
  • Students
  • Volunteers / clean up workers
  • Demolition workers
  • Daycare attendees and staff
  • Maintenance workers

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The dangers of PFAS are well documented. Manufacturers such as Dupont and 3M knew about the dangerous effects of these toxic chemicals but continued to use them.


Contact us today for a free case review to see if you may be entitled to significant financial compensation.

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