Serving veterans throughout PA, NJ, NY, and MD. If you served in Iraq, Afghanistan, or another post-9/11 overseas location and were exposed to burn pits, airborne toxins, or other hazards — or if you’re a Gulf War or Vietnam-era veteran exposed to Agent Orange — you may be entitled to VA disability benefits and civil compensation under the PACT Act and related programs. Siddons Law Firm represents exposed veterans. Call (610) 255-7500.

Key Takeaways

  • The PACT Act of 2022 created dozens of new VA presumptive conditions for veterans exposed to burn pits and other post-9/11 toxic hazards.
  • Presumptive conditions include many cancers (lung, brain, kidney, pancreatic, reproductive), respiratory illnesses (constrictive bronchiolitis, pulmonary fibrosis), and others.
  • Separate civil claims may lie against defense contractors (KBR, Halliburton subsidiaries) who operated burn pits.
  • Camp Lejeune is a separate but related statute — claims under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act can be pursued simultaneously with PACT Act VA claims.
  • VA disability compensation is separate from civil recovery and does not reduce civil damages.

What We Do for Veterans

  • PACT Act VA benefits: We help you file or upgrade your VA claim for presumptive conditions and maximize your disability rating. Learn more →
  • Civil claims against contractors: Where a specific contractor operated the burn pit or supplied the toxic product, civil claims may lie. Learn more →
  • Camp Lejeune Justice Act: Separate page with details on toxic water claims. Camp Lejeune →

Who May Qualify

  1. You served in the U.S. military (active duty, Reserve, or National Guard).
  2. You were exposed to burn pits, airborne hazards, contaminated water, Agent Orange, ionizing radiation, or other presumptive toxins during your service.
  3. You have been diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition.

Why Choose Our Firm

Siddons Law Firm represents veterans throughout PA, NJ, NY, and MD. We partner with national veterans’ law co-counsel and VA-accredited representatives. No up-front cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

I was denied for burn pit exposure before the PACT Act. Can I refile?

Yes. The PACT Act allows veterans to refile previously denied claims under the new presumptive categories.

Can I pursue VA benefits and a civil claim at the same time?

Yes. They are separate tracks.

My spouse or parent died from a service-connected condition. Can survivors file?

Yes. Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is available to surviving spouses, children, and in some cases parents.

Start Your Case

Call (610) 255-7500 or email msiddons@siddonslaw.com. Free case review. Serving veterans throughout PA, NJ, NY, and MD.