Camp Lejeune Lawsuit: Updates and Settlement Options

The Camp Lejeune lawsuit refers to legal actions taken by individuals affected by the water contamination at the Camp Lejeune military base. These lawsuits are primarily filed against the US government for their role in the exposure of over a million people to hazardous chemicals in the base's water supply between 1953 and 1987.

The contamination was primarily caused by a nearby private dry cleaning business and ongoing base operations. The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) identified volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as benzene, dichloroethylene (DCE), tetrachloroethylene (PCE), trichloroethylene (TCE), and vinyl chloride in the water supply. Exposure to these VOCs has been linked to various severe health conditions.

The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022, a landmark legislation, has paved the way for victims and their families to seek legal redress. This Act permits individuals who lived or worked on the base for at least 30 days from 1953 to 1987 and have suffered a related injury or illness to file lawsuits and pursue financial compensation.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes a number of health conditions which they have presumptively connected to the water contamination at Camp Lejeune. If you've been diagnosed with any of the following illnesses, you might be eligible to participate in the Camp Lejeune lawsuit:

• ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease): A progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.
• Birth Defects and Injuries: Serious conditions present at birth that can cause physical or mental disabilities.
• Brain Damage: Significant, long-term damage to the brain that can impair cognitive and physical functioning.
• Cardiac Defect: Any abnormality of the heart that was present at birth.
• Epilepsy: A neurological disorder that causes frequent seizures.
• Fatty Liver Disease: A condition where too much fat builds up in liver cells, impairing the liver's ability to function properly.
• Hepatic Steatosis: Another term for fatty liver disease.
• Immune Disorders: Conditions that disrupt your body's immune response, leading to frequent infections and potentially serious complications.
• Infertility: The inability to conceive a child after a year or more of regular sexual intercourse without the use of birth control.
• Miscarriage: The spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week.
• Myelodysplastic Syndromes: A group of disorders caused by poorly formed blood cells or cells that don't work correctly.
• Neurobehavioral Effects: Changes in behavior or cognitive function caused by damage to the nervous system.
• Parkinson’s Disease: A progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement and can cause shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination.
• Aplastic Anemia and Other Bone Marrow Conditions: Conditions that affect the bone marrow's ability to produce enough healthy blood cells.
• Renal Toxicity: Damage to the kidneys caused by harmful substances or compounds.
• Scleroderma: A group of rare diseases that involve the hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with any of these conditions and were exposed to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, you could be entitled to compensation. Don't hesitate to reach out for help and take the first step towards getting your compensation

• 1. Evaluate Your Eligibility: You are eligible for the lawsuit if you lived or worked at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between 1953 and 1987 and having suffered a related injury or illness.
• 2. Document Your Case: Gather all necessary documents, which include medical records proving your condition, evidence of your time at Camp Lejeune, and any other documents that could support your case.
• 3. Contact a Lawyer: Lawyers can help you navigate the complex legal process, gather evidence, negotiate with the government, and ensure your rights are protected throughout the process
  
• 4. File a Claim: Your lawyer will help you file a claim. Remember, Camp Lejeune water lawsuits must be filed by August 10, 2024.
• 5. Follow the Legal Process: Once your claim is filed, your lawyer will guide you through the legal process, which may include discovery, negotiation, and possibly a trial.

Follow the Legal Process. Once your claim is filed, your lawyer will guide you through the legal process, which may include discovery, negotiation, and possibly a trial.