Congress approved $300 Billion in compensation for victims of
Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Contamination
If You Or A Family Member Lived, Served, Or Worked At U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, You May Be Entitled To Compensation.
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NOTE: This lawsuit will NOT affect your eligibility for VA Disability Benefits.
Families of deceased service members or civilians who lived in Camp Lejeune may also claim on their behalf.
This lawsuit will NOT affect your eligibility for VA Disability
Note: Families of deceased service members or civilians who lived in Camp Lejeune may also claim on their behalf.
Hundreds Of Thousands Of Veterans And Civilians Were Exposed To Toxic Chemicals
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act has now been signed into law, allowing veterans, military families, and staff who were exposed to toxic water at Camp Lejeune between 1953-1987 the ability to recover millions of dollars in compensation
VOCs Discovered In Drinking Water At Camp Lejeune
In 1982, the Marine Corps discovered the presence of volatile organic compounds in the drinking water in two of the eight water treatment plants on the base due to leaking underground water storage tanks and water disposal tanks.
During routine testing of the water sources, they found contamination with benzene, trichloroethylene (TCE) or perchloroethylene (PCE), and vinyl chloride (VC), all known to be cancer-causing or harmful to humans. In some cases, contaminants were found up to 300 times the acceptable levels.
This contamination began in the early 1950s. In 1985, most of these wells had been shut down. However, many veterans, family members, and civilians have developed serious medical conditions after prior exposure to these dangerous contaminants.
VA: Evidence Shows Association Between Contamination And Later Health Risks
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, scientific research and medical studies show an association between the exposure to contaminants in the drinking water during military service at both Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River, North Carolina to the development of later diseases.
Multiple Health Problems Associated With Contaminated Water At Camp Lejeune
Veterans, their families, and civilians who worked at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987 have been potentially exposed to these dangerous contaminants, which can increase the risk of developing numerous medical conditions, including:
- Bladder cancer
- Breast cancer
- Child born with birth defects/congenital anomaly
- Esophageal cancer
- Female infertility
- Hepatic steatosis
- Kidney cancer
- Leukemia
- Lung cancer
- Miscarriage
- Multiple myeloma
- Myelodysplastic syndromes
- Neurobehavioral effects
- Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
- Renal toxicity
- Scleroderma
- Parkinson’s disease
- Other health conditions
If you or a loved one has developed any of these conditions, our lawyers can give you a free case evaluation.
Lawsuit Time Frame
Under The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (CLJA) there are specific time frames for filing claims related to exposure to toxic chemicals at Camp Lejeune. For medical claims, veterans and family members must file within two years of the act’s enactment or within two years of the date of diagnosis, whichever is later. For disability claims, the time frame is within two years of the act’s enactment, or within two years of the date the veteran first knew or should have known of the disability, whichever is later.
Therefore, it is recommended that individuals affected by the toxic exposure at Camp Lejeune consult with an attorney or qualified representative to determine their specific for compensation.
Camp Lejeune Justice Act
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act is a federal law that was enacted in 2022. The Act provides healthcare to individuals who were exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune, a Marine Corps base in North Carolina, between 1953 and 1987. The contaminated water contained toxic chemicals such as trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE), which have been linked to various health problems, including cancer, neurological disorders, and birth defects.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act also provides compensation to individuals who were harmed by the contaminated water, including family members of veterans who were exposed. The Act acknowledges the responsibility of the government for the harm caused by the contamination and provides a means for those who were affected to receive the care and support they need. The Act is an important step towards recognizing the harm caused by the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune and ensuring that those who were affected receive the justice they deserve.
If you or a loved one developed health conditions after living, working, or being exposed in utero to contaminated drinking water at camp lejeune, you may be eligible for compensation. Our quick process can determine if you may be eligible to qualify today.
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