A paraquat exposure lawsuit can be filed by anyone who was exposed to the herbicide. Whether you were exposed decades ago or are suffering from Parkinson’s disease today, your lawyer can help you find compensation for your medical costs. These lawsuits can also help you recover lost wages and other medical expenses. Florin Roebig, an attorney who specializes in large company cases, can discuss your rights and explain your options.
The firm Nadrich & Cohen, based in Washington, D.C., has six law offices and serves clients nationwide. Jeffrey Nadrich, a paraquat exposure lawyer, discusses the legal ramifications of this toxic chemical and the responsibilities of the companies that make it. If you’ve been exposed to this toxic pesticide, you may be entitled to compensation for damages that result from paraquat exposure.
While Syngenta was aware of the dangers of paraquat, they failed to warn the public about its toxicity. Many agricultural workers, such as farmworkers, were exposed to the herbicide. The symptoms are often unpredictable and require ongoing treatment. This requires extensive medical bills, which can add up quickly. In addition to medical costs, victims can also file lawsuits to recover lost wages and pain and suffering.
The number of Paraquat Exposure Lawsuits is growing rapidly. While many of these cases have been filed in recent years, they are still in their infancy. There are numerous individual injury lawsuits involving the herbicide. In the Northern District of California, a man named Paul Rakoczy was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2015 after being exposed to the weed killer. Fortunately, an attorney with experience in paraquat lawsuits can help you determine if you qualify for a claim.
Although the chemicals are no longer in use in the United States, there are thousands of paraquat lawsuits. In the past decade, these cases have risen by more than 50% in the United States. In addition to the numerous cases, there are a few hundred thousand cases involving the toxic herbicide. While most of these claims involve decades-old exposures, many of them have been filed decades ago. The most common claims involve people who were exposed to the chemical over again.
The lawsuits filed in the Northern District of Illinois are not just limited to crop dusters. Agriculture workers, farmers, and other workers may be exposed to the herbicide and suffer from Parkinson’s disease. In addition to causing Parkinson’s, paraquat can cause other serious health problems. It is important to consult a lawyer for any type of environmental exposure law case. The attorneys at Beasley Allen have been filing environmental exposure lawsuits related to contaminated soil and the toxic effects of paraquat on the motor system. They are currently filing suits against these companies, as well as crop dusters, causing a variety of illnesses and injuries.
A lawsuit filed in the Eastern District of Louisiana alleges that a farmer was exposed to the chemical in a farming area. In addition to this, the lawsuit alleges that the exposure caused his Parkinson’s disease. The plaintiffs’ attorneys cite studies showing that paraquat is linked to the development of Parkinson’s disease. These cases allege that the chemical is harmful and can cause severe health conditions. So, if you are suffering from Parkinson’s disease, contact Morgan & Morgan to discuss your legal rights.