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Camp Lejeune Justice Act passes the Senate; Rikard & Protopapas is now reviewing potential claims On June 16, 2022, the …
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Millions of Military Members and Families Exposed to Contaminated Drinking Water at Camp Lejeune Camp Lejeune was home to thousands …
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Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Linked to Birth Defects According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, water pollution …
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Camp Lejeune Justice Bill Awaits President Biden’s Signature A bill that would provide compensation for victims of the Camp Lejeune …
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Senate Passes the Honoring Our PACT Act to aid Veterans Exposed to Toxic Chemicals On August 2nd, 2022, congress officially …
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Biden Signs Honoring Our PACT Act Expanding Veteran Health Care and Benefits Today, President Biden officially signed the Honoring Our …
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Biden Signs Honoring Our PACT Act Expanding Veteran Health Care and Benefits
Today, President Biden officially signed the Honoring Our PACT Act which includes the Camp Lejeune Justice Act. Veterans and their family members can now seek financial compensation for their illnesses related to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.
The PACT Act expands benefits for Veterans and ensures that individuals who were exposed to toxic chemicals receive the health care they earned and deserve. This law will benefit more than 5 million victims of toxic exposure making it the most significant expansion of veteran health care in 30 years.
Camp Lejeune Victims
From 1953 to 1987, individuals living on Marine Corps base Camp Lejeune were exposed to contaminated drinking water. The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has linked several types of cancer and serious illnesses to the water and estimates that 1 million individuals were exposed to the chemicals.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 allows veterans and their survivors to file for compensation from the federal government. Individuals who served, worked, or lived at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between August 1953 and December 1987 and developed any of the cancers and/or health conditions listed below should file a claim immediately.
The law gives victims two years to file a claim, so time is limited. We encourage anyone who was on base at Camp Lejeune during that time and got sick to contact our legal team as soon as possible. Please do not wait and risk missing out on the compensation you or your loved ones deserve.
Illnesses linked to the contaminated water:
Bladder CancerBreast CancerBirth DefectsCardiac DefectsEsophageal CancerFemale InfertilityKidney CancerLeukemiaLiver CancerLung CancerMiscarriageMyelodysplastic syndromesMultiple myelomaNeurobehavioral effectsNon-Hodgkin’s LymphomaParkinson’s diseaseRenal toxicityScleroderma
Why Rikard & Protopapas
Rikard & Protopapas is investigating Camp Lejeune cases and is prepared to begin filing for compensation on behalf of victims. As personal injury attorneys, we believe that our work can be a crucial part of your healing process. Securing a meaningful future for those who have been taken advantage of is what we do, and we do it well.
Taking on tragedy and loss is never easy, but our firm will provide support and guidance every step of the way. With over 100 years of combined experience, our attorneys are prepared to secure the compensation Camp Lejeune victims and their families deserve.
Please contact us today if you or someone you know was potentially exposed to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. Call us at 803-978-6111 or fill out our contact form here.
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Senate Passes the Honoring Our PACT Act to aid Veterans Exposed to Toxic Chemicals
On August 2nd, 2022, congress officially passed the Honoring Our PACT Act. The bill expands disability benefits and healthcare resources for veterans who were exposed to toxic chemicals during their service including those harmed by the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.
The legislation will allow veterans and their families to file lawsuits seeking compensation from the federal government. Once signed by President Biden, individuals harmed by the water at Camp Lejeune will be able to begin filing claims.
Time will be limited to file a claim, so we encourage anyone who fits the criteria to call our law firm immediately. If you or someone you know lived, worked, or served at Camp Lejeune between August 1953 and December 1987, please call 803-978-6111 to talk with our legal team.
Camp Lejeune Compensation Criteria
Between the early 1950’s and late 1980’s, Camp Lejeune’s drinking water was contaminated with toxic chemicals. Exposure to these chemicals has been linked to severe illnesses and health conditions. An estimated 1 million veterans, civilians, and their family members were exposed to these toxins.
Health effects include multiple types of cancer, miscarriages, and birth defects. We encourage anyone who has suffered any type of unexplained illness or injury after living at Camp Lejeune during the time period for at least 30 days to see if you’re eligible for compensation. Click here for a complete list of health effects the ATSDR has linked to water exposure.
The contaminated water impacted Camp Lejeune and the surrounding residential areas. Individuals who served at Marine Corps Air Station New River and the surrounding areas could have also been exposed to the toxic water. Below is a map of potential polluted areas.
Source: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/exposures/CLPoster.pdf
Camp Lejeune Water Lawyers
The legal team at Rikard & Protopapas has begun investigating claims against Camp Lejeune, so please call us today or fill out our contact form if you think you may have a claim. Please don’t wait and risk missing out on compensation you and your loved ones deserve.
The Camp Lejeune victims and their families deserve compensation for their suffering, and our legal team is ready to fight for our clients. Retaining Rikard & Protopapas means you are hiring an entire firm dedicated to providing you the best results that can be achieve for you.
Please contact us now to begin an investigation into your claim so that we can determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries.
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Camp Lejeune Justice Bill Awaits President Biden’s Signature
A bill that would provide compensation for victims of the Camp Lejeune water contamination is ready for President Joe Biden’s signature. The Honoring our PACT Act of 2022 has officially passed the House and the Senate.
In early March 2022, the House of Representatives passed the Honoring our PACT Act of 2022 by a vote of 256 to 174. Last week, the Senate voted 84 to 14.
The Honoring out PACT Act of 2022 addresses health care for veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their service. It includes the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022.
Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 allows certain individuals to sue the US government and potentially recover damages for harm resulting from exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. Individuals must have been at the North Carolina base between August 1 1953, and December 31, 1987.
Victims also must have been at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days during that time. Additionally, individuals must have suffered illness caused by exposure or linked to exposure to the water.
The bill prevents the US government from claiming immunity from litigation in response to water contamination lawsuits related to Camp Lejeune. Time will be limited to file a claim, so we encourage anyone who was at Camp Lejeune during that time to call us immediately.
Illnesses Linked To Water Contamination
If you or a loved one suffered from cancer, serious illnesses, miscarriage, or had a child suffer from birth defects, you may be eligible for compensation, health care, and/or disability payments.
The drinking water at Camp Lejeune was polluted with 4 carcinogenic chemicals that an expected 1 million people were exposed to. People living, serving, or working on base could have been exposed in houses, hospitals, offices, and recreational facilities on site.
In addition to multiple types of cancer, exposure to the chemicals has also been linked to several serious illnesses. The bill notes that exposure could have also occurred in utero.
Injuries and illnesses linked to exposure include:
Bladder Cancer Breast Cancer Birth Defects Cardiac Defects Esophageal Cancer Female Infertility Kidney Cancer Leukemia Liver Cancer Lung Cancer Miscarriage Myelodysplastic syndromes Multiple myeloma Neurobehavioral effects Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Parkinson’s disease Renal toxicity Scleroderma
For a full list of health effects and ongoing studies, visit the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry’s website or click here.
Water Contamination Lawyers
Rikard and Protopapas attorneys are now investigating potential claims against Camp Lejeune. Once President Biden signs the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, victims can start filing claims. We encourage anyone who fits the criteria to call us immediately.
Do not wait and possibly miss out on information you and your loved ones deserve. The Camp Lejeune victims and their families deserve compensation for their suffering, and our legal team is ready to fight for our clients.
Please contact us now to begin an investigation into your claim so that we can determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries.
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Camp Lejeune Justice Act passes the Senate; Rikard & Protopapas is now reviewing potential claims
On June 16, 2022, the United States Senate voted to pass the Camp Lejeune Justice Act. The bill enables servicemen, their families, and civilians who lived and worked at Camp Lejeune to file claims against the US government. It is expected to be signed into law by President Biden in the coming days.
From 1953 to 1987, drinking water at Camp Lejeune was heavily contaminated with harmful chemicals exposing millions to carcinogens. The Camp Lejeune Justice Act allows anyone who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune to seek reparations for toxic water exposure.
To qualify for compensation, individuals must have lived or worked at the base between August 1953 and December 1987 for at least 30 days. Illnesses include several types of cancer, miscarriages, infertility, and many other serious diseases.
Even those who were denied disability by the Veterans Administration may qualify for compensation under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act. The bill will allow all victims to restart their cases.
Filing a Claim against Camp Lejeune
When the bill passes, it will open a time period for victims to file a claim for their injuries; however, this is a limited window of opportunity. Claims must be filed within the time period and in the correct court, or the claims will not be allowed to proceed. Once the bill is officially signed into law, people can begin filing claims immediately.
We encourage anyone who was at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987 to contact an attorney now. Do not wait and possibly miss out on the compensation you deserve.
Please contact us now to begin an investigation into your claim so that we can determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries.
Toxic Water Contamination Lawyers
Rikard & Protopapas is currently reviewing potential claims against Camp Lejeune. We are prepared to file claims on behalf of victims as soon as the bill becomes a law. Please contact our attorneys at 803-978-6111 or fill out our contact form to setup a free consultation.*
Helping to secure a meaningful future for those who have been injured or taken advantage of is what we do, and we do it well. Camp Lejeune victims and their families deserve compensation for their suffering, and our legal team is ready to fight for our clients.
Our personal injury attorneys combine decades of experience and diverse backgrounds to create a trusted, well-rounded law practice. In times of uncertainty, you need support you can depend on. Let us put our experience to work for you.
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