PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid) is a man-made chemical used in industrial applications, particularly in products resistant to water, heat, and stains. Unfortunately, PFOA is persistent in the environment and in human bodies, meaning it doesn’t break down and can accumulate over time. Long-term exposure to PFOA has been linked to serious health issues, including testicular, kidney, and liver cancers, thyroid disease, immune system impacts, and developmental problems in children.
In a class action lawsuit, plaintiffs with similar claims join together in a single case. However, a mass tort lawsuit allows individual cases to be grouped but treated independently, so compensation varies based on each person’s unique circumstances. Many PFOA contamination cases are handled as mass torts because of differences in exposure levels, health conditions, and damages.
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