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Water Contamination Lawsuits
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Camp Lejeune Overview
Established in North Carolina in 1942, Camp Lejeune is a military base that spans an impressive 153,439 acres, with a 14-mile stretch of beach on the Atlantic Ocean. Over the years, Camp Lejeune has seen countless Marines pass through its gates, many of whom were unknowingly exposed to contaminated water.
Statistics show that from 1953 to 1987, the drinking water at Camp Lejeune was contaminated with industrial solvents known to cause cancer and other health problems. The water source at Camp Lejeune became contaminated when hazardous chemicals leached into the groundwater. These volatile organic compounds (VOCs) primarily included perchloroethylene (PCE), a dry-cleaning solvent, and trichloroethylene (TCE), a metal degreaser, but benzene and vinyl chloride were also discovered. Waste disposal practices at local businesses, industrial area spills, and leaking underground storage tanks all contributed to the base’s groundwater pollution. The contaminated groundwater was then tapped by two of Camp Lejeune’s eight water treatment plants, which inadvertently mixed clean and contaminated water, exposing countless individuals to dangerous chemicals over several decades.
What Is The Camp Lejeune Lawsuit?
The Camp Lejeune lawsuit is a legal action against the U.S. government that allows men, women, and children exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987 to finally seek justice for the serious illnesses the toxins caused. While victims were previously barred from filing a lawsuit against the government, that changed on August 10, 2022, when the Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022 was signed into law. Section 804 of this act, known as the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (CLJA), allows individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune to pursue new legal actions seeking justice and monetary compensation for the harm they have suffered.
Effects of the Water
It has been revealed that the Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River drinking water was dangerously toxic between the years of 1953 and1987 due to significant chemical contamination. Marines, their families, and civilian workers stationed at Camp Lejeune were exposed to water that was contaminated with cancer-causing chemicals, including benzene, TCE (trichloroethylene), PCE (perchloroethylene), and vinyl chloride. These chemicals were found in two primary water treatment facilities on base—Hadnot Point and Tarawa Terrace.
Those who lived or worked on base at any time between 1953 and 1987 may have been exposed to contaminants that are linked to serious diseases, conditions, and cancers.
The following cancers have been linked to the toxins in Camp Lejeune’s water:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
- Bladder cancer
- Brain cancer
- Breast cancer
- Central Nervous System cancer (CNS)
- Cervical cancer
- Esophageal cancer
- Hodgkin’s lymphoma
- Kidney cancer
- Leukemia
- Liver cancer
- Lung cancer
- Myelodysplastic syndrome
- Multiple myeloma
- Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
- Ovarian cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Rectal cancer
Additional health conditions associated with Camp Lejeune’s contaminated water include:
- Cardiac defects
- Epilepsy
- Fatty liver disease (hepatic steatosis)
- Female infertility
- Kidney damage
- Immune disorders
- Nerve damage
- Miscarriage
- Myelodysplastic syndromes
- Neurobehavioral effects
- Parkinson’s disease
- Renal toxicity/disease
- Scleroderma
If you or a loved one spent time at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune or Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River in North Carolina between 1953 and 1987, and subsequently suffered adverse health complications, filing a toxic water contamination claim for review is the quickest way to get financial relief for your suffering. Miller Law Group can help you with your Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuit.
Why Is It Important To Contact An Attorney?
Retaining legal counsel to file a water contamination lawsuit is crucial due to the complexities of the case and the strict timeline. The experienced North Carolina attorneys at Miller Law Group understand the nuances of Camp Lejeune’s water contamination lawsuit. We are closely following the case and will keep you informed until you receive the justice you deserve.
Strict Camp Lejeune Lawsuit Timelines
If you haven’t filed an administrative claim with a Camp Lejeune attorney in Raleigh or nearby, time is running out. Let us help ensure the correct procedures are followed and paperwork is submitted accurately and on time. Additionally, our legal team can assist in gathering crucial evidence, including medical records and proof of residency or employment at Camp Lejeune during the contaminated period, to help build a strong case. We will fight to secure the compensation you deserve for your suffering and loss.
Given the upcoming deadlines and the complexities involved, it’s important to contact our water contamination lawsuit attorneys in Raleigh as soon as possible. The team at Miller Law Group is here to guide you through the process and advocate for your rights. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us for a free, confidential case evaluation.
Starting a Claim
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Step 2: An attorney on our Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuit team in Raleigh will review your claim details.
Step 3: We will schedule a convenient time to contact you for a NO OBLIGATION, confidential, FREE case evaluation.
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