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Camp Lejeune Lawsuit

If you or a loved one has served, lived, or worked at the U.S. Marine Corps' base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between 1953 and 1987 you may have been exposed to contaminated drinking water and entitled to compensation.

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    What Happened at Camp Lejeune?

    From the early 1950s to the late 1980s, many of the people living or working at Camp Lejeune were exposed to drinking water that was severely contaminated with toxic chemicals such as benzene, tetrachloroethylene, trichloroethylene, and vinyl chloride. These chemicals had been improperly stored and disposed of on and around the base. The Navy became aware that there was something wrong with the drinking water in the early 80s. However, the most contaminated wells remained in operation until 1985.

    Lejeune drinking water

    Who Can File a Lawsuit?

    The legislation that would allow affected individuals to file a claim was signed into law August 20, 2022. You may be able to file a claim if you or a loved one:

    1. Was exposed to contaminated drinking water for at least 30 days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987, and
    2. Received a diagnosis for a cancer or other illness that is related to the water contamination at Camp Lejeune.

    What Cancers are Associated with the Water Contamination at Camp Lejeune?

    The chemicals that contaminated the water at Camp Lejeune have been linked with numerous cancers including:

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    What Other Types of Illnesses are Associated with the Water Contamination at Camp Lejeune?

    The chemicals that contaminated the water at Camp Lejeune have been linked with numerous other illnesses including:

    • Birth Defects & Birth Injuries
    • Female Infertility
    • Hepatic Steatosis (Fatty Liver Disease)
    • Low Birth Weight
    • Major Malformations
    • Miscarriage
    • Neurobehavioral Effects
    • Parkinson’s Disease
    • Renal Toxicity
    • Scleroderma (systemic Sclerosis)
    • Toxic Encephalopathy

    The Toxins in Camp Lejeune Water

    Lejeune Contaminated Water

    What is Benzene?

    Benzene is a carcinogenic aromatic hydrocarbon that is present in almost all petroleum products. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies benzene as a group 1 carcinogen. It is most strongly associated with cancers of the blood and bone marrow.

    What is Tetrachloroethylene?

    Tetrachloroethylene (AKA perchloroethylene or PCE) is a carcinogenic chlorocarbon. It was commonly used as an industrial degreaser and in the dry-cleaning of fabrics. The IARC has classified PCE as a Group 2A carcinogen. It is most strongly associated with urinary bladder cancer. PCE also has strong ties with neurodegenerative illnesses such as toxic encephalopathy and Parkinson’s disease.

    What is Trichloroethylene?

    Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a carcinogenic chlorocarbon that was widely used as an industrial degreaser. The IARC classifies TCE as a group 1 carcinogen. It is most strongly associated with Kidney cancer, however, it is also linked with cancer of the liver and bile duct as well as non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. TCE has also been strongly associated with neurodegenerative illnesses such as toxic encephalopathy and Parkinson’s disease.

    What is Vinyl Chloride?

    Vinyl chloride (VC) is a carcinogenic organochloride. Vinyl chloride’s primary use is in the production of PVC pipe. TCE and PCE in groundwater degrade into VC over time. The IARC classifies VC as a group 1 carcinogen. It is most strongly associated with liver cancer.

    We May Be Able To Help

    If you or a loved one was exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune and have received a related diagnosis, the attorneys at Hughes Law Office may be able to help. These are complicated cases that will require experienced toxic tort attorneys. Focus on your recovery and let us do the work needed to prove your case. Call 1-800-BENZENE today and speak directly with an attorney at no cost to you.

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