Am I still eligible for compensation for AFFF kidney cancer if I served in the military many years ago?

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Yes. You are still eligible and can seek compensation for kidney cancer even if you served years ago. Kidney cancer is typically a slow-growing disease and is latent for ten to fifteen years before signs and symptoms start showing. Therefore, you may develop kidney cancer long after you have served in the military.

Know your eligibility in filing an AFFF claim for kidney cancer

There is no deadline for filing a claim for financial compensation. Therefore, former military firefighters can file a claim anytime as long as they develop a disease related to their service. If your kidney cancer appeared at least one year after discharge, you need to meet these requirements to be eligible for compensation:

  • Your condition is at least 10% disabling and appeared a year after discharge
  • You did not receive a dishonorable discharge

If your cancer appeared years later, you could still file an AFFF claim as long as you served on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty training. If you get a disability rating, you may also receive different VA benefits like free check-ups, appointments with specialists, insurance, travel pay, and more.

Our lawyers will assist you in filing your AFFF kidney cancer claim

A kidney cancer diagnosis takes a toll, not only on a patient’s physical health but also on their mental health. If you are a military firefighter who was exposed to AFFF during military service many years ago, and you have now developed kidney cancer, you may be eligible to file a claim.

Our lawyers, who have over 30 years of experience, will help you file a claim to make the legal process easier. All we need to evaluate your documents are your military records and medical documents. We will do our best to ensure you obtain the maximum compensation you deserve.