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Our Texas firefighting foam lawyers represent firefighters and military personnel diagnosed with cancers linked to Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF). Texas AFFF lawsuits claim these perfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals cause a variety of diseases:
- Kidney Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer / Thyroid Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
As such, Texas firefighters harmed by PFAS exposure may be eligible to claim a cash settlement.
Texas AFFF Lawyers Advocate for Firefighters with Cancer
Our team of Texas AFFF / PFAS lawyers has represented thousands of victims of toxic chemicals. In doing so, we have recovered millions of dollars in settlement funds on their behalf.
However, we only pursue compensation from AFFF / PFAS manufacturers and their affiliates, and do not file claims against our clients’ employers or doctors.
No Legal Fee Unless You Obtain a Settlement
While compensation may be available to qualified AFFF handlers, victims are urged to act promptly. The #1 claim Texas firefighters can make for cancer compensation is one filed within the Statute of Limitations. Click here to view the latest information on the pending Multi-District Litigation.
Our AFFF / PFAS lawyers are available to review claims now. We offer a free case evaluation to confirm exposure to AFFF fire foam and diagnosis of a related illness. Further, we never charge a legal fee unless a financial recovery is obtained for our client.
Contact our Texas firefighting foam lawyers today.
Texas Firefighting Foam Lawyers File Cancer Lawsuits Statewide
5th Circuit AFFF Claims in Texas
Texas is part of the Fifth Circuit of the federal court system, and firefighting foam lawsuits can be filed at its local U.S. District Court. Cancer and illness appeals are heard by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.
However, federal AFFF lawsuits filed in Texas may be transferred to a centralized jurisdiction pursuant to a cancer and illness Multi-District Litigation (MDL) Transfer Order. (Follow this link for our additional information on 5th Circuit AFFF compensation.)
Texas State AFFF Claims
Texas AFFF lawyers can also file firefighting foam lawsuits in the State’s county courts (TX Courts Website). The Texas Rules of Civil Procedure sets forth the State’s procedural law for cancer and illness claims.
The State of Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. Accordingly, a Texas AFFF lawyer can recover damages for wrongful conduct by firefighting foam manufacturers provided the plaintiff is less than 51% at fault. However, the firefighter’s recovery is reduced by their own degree of fault (if any).
Follow this link for to view Texas House Bill 4506, introduced to regulate AFFF and other PFAS chemicals in firefighting products.
Pertinent claim filing information is provided below.
Dallas-Fort Worth Area Courts for Northern TX AFFF Lawsuits
Amarillo, Abilene, Dallas, Fort Worth, Lubbock, San Angelo, and Wichita Falls area AFFF lawyers file 5th Circuit firefighting foam lawsuits at these seven (7) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas (TXND website). Eleven (11) active judges, five (5) senior (semi-retired) judges, and nine (9) magistrates preside over the TXND’s resolution of firefighter PFAS claims.
In addition, the 8.3 million residents of this fast-growing, economically diverse metroplex can file state court AFFF lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses.
Specifically, North Texas AFFF lawyers can file cancer lawsuits in the County of Dallas, Ellis in Waxahachie, Johnson in Cleburne, Kaufman and Rockwall, as well as Tarrant in Fort Worth, and Parker in Weatherford.
The region is known for its strong finance, tech, and defense industries. In addition, its urban environment blends modern cosmopolitan and traditional Southern culture.
North Texas firefighting foam lawyers can also file cancer lawsuits in the County of Taylor in Abilene, Potter in Amarillo, Randall in Canyon, and Tom Green in San Angelo, TX.
Plano Courts for Eastern Texas AFFF Lawsuits
Beaumont, Lufkin, Marshall, Sherman, Texarkana, and Tyler area AFFF lawyers file 5th Circuit firefighting foam lawsuits at these six (6) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas (TXED website). Ten (8) active judges, two (2) senior (semi-retired) judges, eight (8) magistrates, and one (1) visiting judge preside over the TXED’s resolution of firefighter PFAS claims.
In addition, the 2 million residents of heavily forested Eastern Texas can file state court AFFF lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses.
Houston Area Courts for Southern Texas AFFF Lawsuits
Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Galveston, Houston, Laredo, McAllen, and Victoria area AFFF lawyers file 5th Circuit firefighting foam lawsuits at these seven (7) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas (TXSD website). Twenty-five (25) active judges and sixteen (16) magistrates preside over the TXSD’s resolution of firefighter PFAS claims.
In addition, the 2.4 million residents of energy-rich South Texas can file state court AFFF lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses.
This region is home to a massive energy sector, global diversity, sprawling urban growth, and status as a hub for space exploration, international trade, and world-class healthcare. Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, offers cutting-edge research, specialized care, and leading institutions like MD Anderson Cancer Center.
South Texas firefighting foam lawyers can file cancer lawsuits in the County of Harris in Houston, Fort Bend in Richmond, Montgomery in Conroe, and Brazos in Bryan. Further, firefighting foam lawsuits can be filed in the County of Cameron, Nueces, Webb, Brazoria in Angleton, and Hidalgo in Edinburg, TX.
San Antonio & Austin Courts for Western Texas AFFF Lawsuits
San Antonio, Austin, Del Rio, El Paso, Midland-Odessa, Pecos/Alpine, and Waco/Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood) area AFFF lawyers file 5th Circuit firefighting foam lawsuits at these seven (7) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas (TXWD website). Eleven (11) active judges, four (4) senior (semi-retired) judges, and fifteen (15) magistrates preside over the TXWD’s resolution of firefighter PFAS claims.
In addition, the 3.5 million residents of greater Western Texas can file state court AFFF lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses.
San Antonio
The San Antonio area blends deep Hispanic heritage, military tradition, and rapid suburban growth. San Antonio firefighting foam lawsuits can be filed in the County of Bexar, Guadalupe in Seguin, and Comal in New Braunfels, TX.
Austin
The Greater Austin region features tech innovation, creative culture, rapid population growth, and scenic Hill Country landscapes, anchored by a youthful, educated population and a strong emphasis on music, startups, and progressive values. Austin firefighting foam lawsuits can be filed here in the County of Travis, Williamson in Georgetown, Hays in San Marcos, and Bastrop, TX.
Central Texas
Central TX combines a mix of growing suburban communities, military presence from Fort Cavazos, and a strong educational and healthcare foundation, all set in a historically rich and geographically transitional region between Hill Country and the Blackland Prairie. Firefighting foam lawsuits can be in Central Texas’ County of McLennan, Bell in Belton, and Coryell in Gatesville.
West Texas
Western Texas is defined by its vast desert landscapes, oil-rich Permian Basin, and rugged frontier culture. West TX firefighting foam lawsuits can be filed here in the County of Val Verde, Maverick in Eagle Pass, and Ector.
Major Texas Locations with Documented AFFF Use
- Joint Base San Antonio / Lackland Air Force Base (San Antonio): The Air Force used AFFF extensively here through the 1970s–1990s for firefighter training and aircraft fire suppression. PFAS seeped into groundwater and adjacent waterways such as Lower Leon Creek, contaminating private wells and fish.
- Former Reese Air Force Base / Reese Technology Center (Lubbock County): Firefighting training at Reese AFB included AFFF use until the base closed in 1997. ATSDR studies found PFOS and PFOA in local groundwater and elevated PFAS blood levels in nearby residents.
- Fort Hood (Central Texas): As an active Army installation, Fort Hood historically used AFFF, triggering current PFAS Preliminary Assessment and Site Inspection (PA/SI) efforts to evaluate contamination risk to water supply and surrounding community.
- Fort Bliss (El Paso area): Although direct records remain incomplete, Army documents list Fort Bliss as a site with potential historical AFFF use. Ongoing PA/SI assessments investigate PFAS presence in soil and groundwater.
- Dallas-Fort Worth Metro Area (Civilian Airports & Municipal Fire Training Sites): Historic incidents in Texas include high-volume AFFF releases—such as an approximate 100,000-gallon spill in San Antonio in 1992 and 2,200 gallons in Fort Worth in 2019—that contaminated local water systems near airports and training sites.
AFFF Groundwater Contamination at Texas Military Bases
Many AFFF-related health concerns in Texas come from military bases. Facilities like Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth and Lackland Air Force Base used large quantities of AFFF. PFAS leaked into surrounding soil and groundwater. Firefighters stationed on these bases may face long-term health impacts.
Texas AFFF Lawyers Leading the Path Forward
Lone Star State lawmakers have started to address the risks. The state has created task forces to study PFAS contamination. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) monitors PFAS levels in water and soil. Following Texas firefighting foam lawsuits, some local governments now restrict the use of AFFF in non-emergency situations.
Texas AFFF lawyers continue to pressure county fire departments to increase health monitoring for those exposed to AFFF. Annual cancer screenings, blood testing for PFAS, and medical support remain essential. The Texas Legislature should expand workers’ compensation to cover AFFF-related illnesses. Agencies should also fund research and cleanup efforts in affected communities.
AFFF helped firefighters in Texas save lives and protect property, and we are fighting to protect them in return.
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