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Hudson Massachusetts PFAS Lawsuit
Hudson PFAS Water Contamination Attorney Tracy Paulsen is dedicated to protecting the rights of Hudson Massachusetts who have been exposed to PFAS through their drinking water an may have suffered a life threatening injury as a result.
If you drank from the Hudson drinking water supply for more than 6 months since 1990 and have been diagnosed with kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid cancer, liver cancer or ulcerative colitis:
⇨ Contact Hudson PFAS Lawyer Tracy Paulsen at Rightful Legal Today by calling Tracy directly at 617-821-5856 or by telling us your story through our online form.
⇨ Get help from a local lawyer if you have Kidney Cancer, Testicular Cancer caused by Water Contamination as Attorney Paulsen is part of a national litigation to compensate you for your injuries and to create social change.
Why PFAS Attorney Tracy Paulsen can Help You if you Suffer from Exposure to PFAS from Drinking Contaminated Water in Hudson, Massachusetts
- Attorney Paulsen knows firsthand that the polluting company does not care about you and compensating you for the harm you have endured from a PFAS related illness. Having previously worked on the side of big corporations responsible for harming citizens, she understands how to navigate the opposition to help you get fair compensation for your PFAS injuries.
- Attorney Paulsen’s passion is to protect human health and the environment. Having worked for years to protect the environment and fighting the parties responsible for harming you and the earth, Attorney Paulsen will work tirelessly to ensure you understand your legal rights and you receive the justice you deserve.
- She will make sure you understand the complexities of the PFAS Water Contamination Lawsuit in Hudson Massachusetts with compassion and dedication and help you navigate the legal landscape to recover the compensation you deserve for your Hudson PFAS injuries.
What is PFAS?
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are synthetic chemicals used in the U.S. since the 1940s in many industrial and consumer products, including food packaging, non-stick cookware, water-resistant clothing, and firefighting foams. PFAS are referred to by many as “forever chemicals,” because instead of breaking down they last indefinitely in the environment and in the human body. PFAS are composed of strong carbon-fluorine bonds. This makes them extremely persistent and enables them to travel long distances in the environment.
How Is a Person Exposed to PFAS in Massachusetts?
Contaminated drinking water is one of the most frequent ways people in the U.S. are exposed to PFAS. PFAS can infiltrate water supplies from industrial discharges, landfills, and wastewater treatment plants. These chemicals leach into both groundwater and surface water, reaching municipal water systems and privately owned wells. Due to how commonly they are used and the fact that they do not break down, PFAS are now detectable in many water sources worldwide, including in drinking water across the United States.
Why is PFAS Exposure Dangerous in Humans?
PFAS exposure through drinking water causes serious health risks. PFAS has been linked to:
- Kidney Cancer,
- Testicular Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer
- Ulcerative Colitis
- High Cholesterol
- High Blood Pressure
- Infertility
- Birth Defects
- Liver Damage
Because PFAS remains in the human body indefinitely and their harmful effects compound over time.
How Much PFAS is in Hudson Massachusetts Drinking Water?
⇨ According to a report by the Sierra Club, since 2016 and as of October 2021, Hudson Massachusetts drinking water contained dangerously high levels of PFAS at 776.8 parts per trillion (PPT), compared to the Massachusetts state average of just 35.3 PPT.
Today the US EPA considers NO amount of PFAS to be safe for consumption by humans in drinking water, despite the current federal mandated maximum contaminant levels of 4 PPT or the Massachusetts mandated maximum contaminant levels of 20 PPT.
How was Hudson’s Water Supply Contaminated with PFAS ?
Hudson, Massachusetts, has faced extreme PFAS contamination in its drinking water, primarily from industrial activities by local companies. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has identified local manufacturers such as Precision Coating Co., Boyd Coating Research Co., and Dylan, LLC, as contributors to elevated PFAS levels. PFAS entered the town of Hudson’s water supply through both groundwater and air emissions.
The town of Hudson is currently attempting to remediate the PFAS pollution caused by local manufacturers, at a cost of over $5 million through a PFAS waste treatment facility.
⇨ Even though levels of PFAS in Hudson’s drinking water may be lower today, PFAS injuries can take numerous years to reveal themselves. PFAS stays in the human body for years and can bioaccumulate. Drinking from PFAS-free water today unfortunately does not protect you against harm from past PFAS exposure.
How To Know if You Are Eligible for the PFAS Water Contamination Lawsuit?
FIRST, examine your eligibility.
- You could be eligible if, since 2000, you have been diagnosed with:
- Kidney cancer,
- Testicular cancer
- Liver cancer
- Thyroid cancer, or
- Ulcerative colitis
AND
- you drank Hudson, MA water contaminated with PFAS for at least six months since 1990.
Our compassionate Hudson PFAS lawyers at Rightful Legal can also assist those who have lost a loved one due to an eligible health condition caused by PFAS-contaminated drinking water.
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Contact an experienced Massachusetts PFAS Exposure Lawyer as soon as possible. Our Hudson Personal Injury Attorneys at Rightful Legal have helped numerous Hudson residents harmed by PFAS-contaminated drinking water get the compensation they deserve.
⇨ Contact Us or Call Attorney Paulsen Directly at 617-821-5856 for a Free Consultation.
How Can you Be Compensated for the Harm you Suffered from PFAS Contaminated Water?
In order to maximize your recovery, it is crucial to speak to an experienced Massachusetts PFAS Attorney today. Proving causation from PFAS contamination is complex, and polluting manufacturers cannot be trusted to accept responsibility. Rightful Legal Hudson Water Contamination Lawyer Tracy Paulsen has a wealth of experience in mass torts and holding PFAS contaminators accountable for the harm they have caused.
What are PFAS Personal Injury Claims Worth?
The value of an average PFAS personal injury claim may range from $170,000 to $350,000. More severe cases can reach as much as $500,000 or far more. These damages represent medical expenses, lost wages, physical and mental pain and suffering, and potential punitive damages.
Many factors can affect the value of a Hudson PFAS Personal Injury Claim and settlements can vary widely depending upon your age, heath, exposure, injury. One important factor is the severity of the disease, with more severe diseases leading to increased compensation. Other factors include the overall pain and suffering caused, the age of the claimant, and the claimant’s individual circumstances.
What is the Time Limit to File a Hudson PFAS Personal Injury Claim?
Massachusetts has a 3-year time limit for filing a PFAS personal injury claim. This time begins to run from the date your injury was discovered or should have been discovered. Though exposure could have happened many years ago and though Hudson water may now be clean, the adverse health effects may appear much later. The clock begins ticking when you discover or should have discovered your injury.
It is vital that you contact a Massachusetts PFAS Water Contamination Lawyer Today so that you do not run out of time and lose your only chance at compensation. We can calculate the date of your injury and help ensure you do not miss this critical window.
Contact Hudson PFAS Lawyer Tracy Paulsen at Rightful Legal Today
If you have suffered an illness or lost a loved one due to drinking Hudson water contaminated with PFAS, you could be entitled to substantial compensation. It is important to select an experienced, compassionate attorney with the passion to Fight for Your Rights.
Attorney Tracy Paulsen at Rightful Legal has over 15 years of experience in environmental claims, including PFAS lawsuits. We are here to evaluate your case, gather evidence, calculate your losses, file the appropriate paperwork, negotiate a fair settlement, and help you take your case to trial if needed. It is important to bring forth a claim as soon as possible.
Contact our Massachusetts PFAS Exposure Attorneys at Rightful Legal immediately online or by calling 617-821-5856 for a free consultation with a trusted member of our team. We want to ensure you get the Justice and the Compensation you deserve.
