For years, the use of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) in firefighting training exercises at Malmstrom Air Force Base has led to the release of toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) into the environment. These “forever chemicals” have contaminated nearby groundwater, private wells, and soil, posing a severe health risk to residents in surrounding communities like Great Falls in Cascade County, Montana.
If you or a loved one developed a serious illness after exposure to contaminated water near Malmstrom, you have the right to seek justice. Our dedicated team of environmental toxic exposure attorneys may be able to investigate claims and represent individuals and families in Malmstrom Air Force Base PFAS lawsuits.
In August 2023, Air Force Times reported, “the Air Force has detected the presence of a likely carcinogen at its three intercontinental ballistic missile bases, including unsafe levels of the chemicals at sites in North Dakota and Montana.” The outlet also noted that the Air Force sampled “the air, water, and soil at its missile bases to search for multiple kinds of contamination, from pesticides to radon.”
For many, the damage from toxic exposure at Malmstrom Air Force Base or other similar military bases may have already been done. Scientific studies link PFAS exposure to numerous adverse health effects, including:
You or your loved one should not bear the financial and emotional burden of a severe illness caused by the negligence of others. At Phillips Law Group, we are committed to holding responsible parties accountable and fighting for the compensation you deserve for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages due to PFAS exposure at Malmstrom AFB.
You may qualify to pursue a Malmstrom Air Force Base PFAS lawsuit if you lived, worked, or served at the base and were exposed to water that was contaminated with “forever chemicals.”
If you lived or worked near Malmstrom AFB and have been diagnosed with a related illness due to exposure to PFAS during your time there, you may be entitled to compensation, but your time to act is limited. Our firm understands the profound physical, emotional, and financial strain a serious health diagnosis can cause, and we believe that those responsible must be held fully accountable. Our team may be able to assist you in pursuing a Malmstrom Air Force Base PFAS lawsuit.
Contact our experienced attorneys today for a free, no-obligation, confidential case consultation. We have served our clients for more than 30 years, and we hope to be able to help you, too.
Let us support you in securing the justice and future your family needs. Call 602-222-2222 or fill out the form on this page to get in touch now.