What documents do I need to file an AFFF exposure claim for thyroid cancer?

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To be able to file an AFFF claim for thyroid cancer, you need to prepare documentary requirements, including medical records (showing thyroid cancer diagnosis), military records (if you're a military firefighter), and employment records (if you're a civilian firefighter). These documents will help you establish a connection between your diagnosis and your AFFF exposure.

Documentation needed for AFFF-related thyroid cancer cases

Documentation must be provided establishing a link between your thyroid cancer diagnosis and your exposure to PFAS chemicals in AFFF during your work as a firefighter. You will need the following documents:

  • Medical records: Thyroid cancer diagnosis and treatment records, blood tests showing PFAS levels, physician statements, hospital records, and prescription records
  • Military service records: Complete service history for military firefighters (active or veteran), including deployment locations and duties involving AFFF use or AFFF site exposure
  • Employment records: Complete firefighting service history for civilian firefighters (career or volunteer, including training and deployment locations, and duties involving AFFF use

ELG Law assists toxic exposure victims in filing AFFF claims

It can be challenging and overwhelming to gather the right documentation for an AFFF claim for thyroid cancer. For over 30 years, our attorneys have handled toxic exposure cases and have an understanding of the evidence needed to prove a case. You can contact ELG Law today if you suspect that your thyroid cancer is related to your AFFF exposure.