With the passing of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA), many individuals who have developed cancers and other conditions due to the toxic water at the Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base will be able to receive compensation for the medical expenses and suffering they’ve endured. If you believe you’re eligible to receive financial remedies under …
Is the Water at Camp Lejeune Still Contaminated?
After years of remedy, the drinking water at Camp Lejeune is now safe to drink and is no longer contaminated. The Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy carried out cleanup activities to restore clean water to the base. Read on to learn more about what led to the contaminated water and what to do if …
What Are the Time Limits for Pursuing a Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Injury Lawsuit?
The statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit over Camp Lejeune’s water contamination is generally two years after a person realizes they have suffered exposure-related harm. However, due to the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA) passage, victims may have until August 10, 2024, to file. If you filed a claim that was denied, you should …
How Will Lawsuits Addressing Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Affect Veteran’s Disability Benefits?
If you were affected by the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune and worry that filing a lawsuit will negatively affect your veteran’s disability benefits, we’re here to ease your mind. If you choose to file a lawsuit for the health effects you’ve suffered, your disability benefits will not decrease or disappear. As The Thumbs Up …
Which Areas of Camp Lejeune Were Impacted?
In the Marine Corps’ 1982 investigation of Camp Lejeune, they discovered there were two water treatment plants, Hadnot Point and Tarawa Terrace, that had a contaminated water supply. After the investigation, thousands of Marines who had served in these areas began to develop severe illnesses. As The Thumbs Up Guys, we’re here to help explain …
What Do I Have to Prove in a Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Case?
To prevail in a Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuit, you must prove that you were there while the water was contaminated and suffered harm from that exposure. Medical records, scientific studies, military service records, and base housing records are invaluable resources in these cases. At Miller, Dawson, Sigal & Ward Injury Attorneys, we help injured …
Who Can Pursue Compensation for Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Injuries?
U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Navy veterans, reservists, guardsmen, and civilians who resided at or worked in Camp Lejeune for 30 days or more between August 1953 and December 1987 are eligible to pursue a settlement. In addition, families can also seek compensation if they lived in base housing during that time or have lost …
What Types of Toxic Chemicals Were Present in the Water at Camp Lejeune?
Tests from well water and treatment plant samples identified the following toxic chemicals in Camp Lejeune’s water supply: trichloroethylene (TCE), tetrachloroethylene (PCE), benzene, and vinyl chloride (VC). These chemicals, found in some of the area’s drinking water sources, pose a severe health risk to anyone exposed. The Camp Lejeune water contamination has resulted in numerous …
Who Qualifies for Compensation Under CLJA?
To qualify for compensation under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA), you must meet a set of criteria. Those eligible to file a Camp Lejeune lawsuit must have: Lived or worked at Camp Lejeune at some point between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987 Had 30 or more total days of exposure to the …
