Have You Been Exposed to PFAS Contaminants in Your Drinking Water?
PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” have recently been traced in elevated amounts in the drinking water of communities across the nation. These contaminants have been linked to serious health issues such as cancer. On April 10, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency established national drinking water standards that limit PFAS levels to 4.0 parts per trillion. According to the EPA, around 100 million Americans live in districts where the drinking water contains PFAS chemicals that exceed the new limits.
Click the map below to see if the water system in your community has shown levels of PFAS contamination above the new standards.
What to Do If You’ve Been Affected
It is your right to file a personal injury claim if you believe you have been exposed to PFAS and meet the following criteria:
- You have been diagnosed with one of the following conditions after 2000: kidney cancer, ulcerative colitis, or testicular cancer.
- You have had prolonged exposure to contaminated water between 1990 to the present, lasting at least six consecutive months.
You may be entitled to compensation if you or a loved one have suffered health issues due to PFAS contamination. The experienced attorneys at Carmichael Law Group are here to help you navigate the legal process and fight for your rights. Don’t wait—call us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward justice.
Preventing Exposure to PFAS Contaminants
The most effective way to prevent PFAS contamination in your drinking water is through using a home filter designed to reduce PFOS and PFOA contaminants. The video below explains why having a good water filter is important, and offers some suggestions on which filters on the market have been proven to significantly reduce PFAS levels in water.
Choosing the right filter is important, as not all filters are certified to remove PFAS. Here are some tips for determining whether your selected filter is certified:
- Check the product packaging for certification to “NSF/ANSI 53” or “NSF/ANSI 58” for PFAS reduction.
- If in doubt, check the certification body’s product directory website for testing information or to see if the product has been certified to treat PFAS found in drinking water.
The use of a certified home water filter is a great way to limit your exposure to PFAS chemicals as the EPA works with local water departments to implement its new standards for drinking water.
