U.S. Marine Corps veterans claims

The U.S. Marine Corps historically used firefighting foam containing toxic chemicals known as "forever chemicals"

The chemicals - the perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) - which were used in firefighting foams to rapidly extinguish fuel fires and protect against catastrophic loss of life, have been linked to some types of cancer. If you are a Marine veteran and you believe that your health problems might have been caused or exacerbated by exposure to PFAS, see your occupational healthcare provider and document your exposure.

It is required that military firefighters have their blood tested for PFAS chemicals, as the chemicals do not break down over time and are known to build up in the human body. Over time, this build-up can lead to the development of multiple types of cancer:

• kidney cancer
• testicular cancer
• prostate cancer
• liver cancer
• pancreatic cancer
• bladder cancer
• male breast cancer
• thyroid cancer

If you, or a loved one, have been harmed by exposure to the PFAS in the fire suppressant AFFF, and later diagnosed with one of the above-mentioned cancers, get in touch with our experts who will help you recover the financial compensation you deserve.

U.S. Marine Corps bases are known for asbestos exposure

The U.S. Marine Corps deliver combined-arms support anywhere needed, generally using the mobility provided by the Navy. Because of this fact, U.S. marines were exposed to the same dangers as the Navy servicemen and women, since asbestos-rich products were and are still around. Long-term exposure to asbestos cause cancer:

• lung cancer
• esophageal cancer
• bronchial cancer
• gastrointestinal cancer
• colorectal cancer
• throat cancer
• mesothelioma

Asbestos products U.S. Marine Corps veterans were exposed to include:

• boilers
• pipe insulation
• pumps
• valves
• brakes
• electrical cables
• gaskets
• clutches

On land, asbestos was also used in the construction of many Marine Corps bases and barracks, thus, many Marine Corps veterans may have been exposed to asbestos through items which include:

• cement
• floor tiles
• ceiling tiles
• heating ducts
• roof coating
• asphalt
• shingles
• paint
• wallboard

The U.S. Armed Forces started restricting and heavily regulating the use of asbestos in army products in the 1970s; however, thousands of vehicles, barracks, and products built or made before that time are still rich in this toxic mineral.

Surviving family members of deceased Marine Corps veterans are entitled to financial compensation

Surviving spouses and dependents of Marine Corps veterans who have died from an asbestos-related cancer as a result of their service may be eligible to get a tax-free monetary benefit called VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation. Eligible survivors can also receive compensation from one or more of the several trust funds established to compensate victims and their families. If you lost a loved one to an asbestos-related cancer let us explain how we can help you during this difficult time.

Oftentimes, veterans who were victims of asbestos exposure refuse to seek financial compensation during their lifetime or they tragically pass away before the conclusion of their claim. In such circumstances, surviving spouses and dependents can step in and can either file a claim with asbestos trust funds to recover compensation on behalf of their loved one or, if the victim had already filed an asbestos claim before death, they can bring the process to fruition. Regardless of your situation, we can help you get the information and resources you need.