Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Attorneys

Why Was the Water at Camp Lejeune Contaminated?

The source of contamination was due to the mishandling of waste from an off-base dry cleaning facility that seeped into the Tarawa Terrace water treatment plant, harming those who drank or were exposed to the water. The water at Camp Lejeune was contaminated with chemicals like Perchloroethylene (PCE), which is a known carcinogen, and Trichloroethylene (TCE), which has been linked to various types of cancers.

Should You File a Claim?

Hundreds of thousands of people have been affected by the water contamination at Camp Lejeune, which begs the question, “Should you file a Camp Lejeune claim?” If you are looking to file a Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuit and spent thirty days or more at Camp Lejeune between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987, then you may qualify to file a claim. Importantly, the thirty days do not need to be consecutive. While this is a personal decision, filing a claim can help pay for any medical bills, missed work days, or other financial and emotional burdens due to the suffering you endured. Those who were in utero during this time may also be eligible to receive Camp Lejeune water contamination settlement amounts.

When Is the Timeline for Filing a Claim?

President Joe Biden recently signed the PACT Act, which contains the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022. This historic act bypasses North Carolina’s statute of limitations so veterans and their families can receive fair compensation if they were exposed to the toxic water at Camp Lejeune. The act was signed on August 10, 2022, and gives victims two years from this date to file a claim. We recommend you file a Camp Lejeune claim as soon as possible.

Camp Lejeune Lawsuit Updates

August 10, 2022: President Joe Biden signed the PACT Act, which expands veteran benefits, lowers the burden of proof on Camp Lejeune victims, and increases the time frame for when victims can receive Camp Lejeune water contamination settlement amounts.

June 16, 2022: The senate passed the Honoring Our PACT Act for those who were exposed to toxic substances during their time in the military service. This includes the Camp Lejeune Act.

May 5, 2011: The Janey Ensminger Act was introduced into The House in 2011. It focuses on family members who were living on Camp Lejeune and exposed to toxic chemicals in the water, especially those who were in utero and born with disabilities as a result of the contaminated water. It was named after one of the victims, Janey Ensminger, who lived on base and died from cancer at the age of nine. This has not been passed.

April 15, 2011: The Honoring America’s Veterans and Caring for Camp Lejeune Families Act of 2012 provides services for veterans and their families who were living at Camp Lejeune and suffered from a list of specific cancers. This measure was amended and passed by the Senate on July 18, 2012.

Get Help Filing a Camp Lejeune Cancer Lawsuit

If you believe you or a loved one were potentially exposed to the contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune, give Edwards Kirby a call today. You may be eligible for financial compensation to help you pay for medical care and other expenses. With years of experience under their belts, the professionals at Edwards Kirby are established leaders in personal injury that have the resources to help you fight to secure the compensation you deserve.

What Toxic Substances Were In The Water At Camp Lejeune?

The four primary toxic substances that were found at Camp Lejeune were as follows:

• Tetrachloroethylene (PCE Or PERC)
• Trichloroethylene (TCE)
• Vinyl Chloride
• Benzene

Medical and scientific evidence links these chemicals to a number of severe health conditions, including cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and heart disease. The sources of these chemicals at Camp Lejeune vary, and only a few were able to be located with precision. Water from the Tarawa Terrace Treatment Plant was primarily tainted by PCE that originated at a dry-cleaning business that was near the base.

Contaminated Water at Camp Lejeune Lawsuit FAQs

How much do lawyers for Camp Lejeune water contamination claims cost?

Edwards Kirby offers free consultations and works cases on contingency fees, meaning there’s no fee unless we win. Our team of Camp Lejeune water contamination lawyers only get paid if you do. If you contact us and file your claim today, you can rest easy knowing there will not be any financial ramifications if we fail to win your case.

How much is the Camp Lejeune lawsuit payout per person?

Settlement payouts vary from person to person depending on a variety of different factors.  Individual payout amounts for exposure to contaminated water at the Camp Lejeune military base could be significant. Settlement amounts depend on a number of criteria, including damages incurred, diagnoses received, lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional damages. 

Is Camp Lejeune water safe now?

Yes, Camp Lejeune’s water is most likely safe now. From the early 1950s up until the 1980s, the drinking water at Camp Lejeune was tainted with chemicals that are now proven to cause different types of cancer and other severe ailments and illnesses. In 1982, the U.S. Marine Corps identified toxic chemicals in the drinking water at Camp Lejeune and shut down the most contaminated wells in 1985.