Securing Justice for Individuals and their Families who were Injured by Exposure to Contaminated Water at Camp Lejeune, NC From August 1953 through December 1987, individuals who were working or residing at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were potentially exposed to drinking water that was contaminated with toxic chemicals. This toxic exposure has been linked to a number of serious and potentially life-threatening health conditions. More than a million people resided at Camp Lejeune for extended periods of time during the years that the water at the base was contaminated. These may include active and former members of the military, their families, staff, and others. If you or someone close to you suffered a severe health condition resulting from exposure to toxic substances in the water at Camp Lejeune, you may be eligible to participate in the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Litigation. Hedge Copeland Law Firm is currently investigating claims on behalf of individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. Call our office today at 251-432-8844 to discuss your case with one of our attorneys. Legislators recently announced a bipartisan agreement allowing individuals to file claims against the federal government for injuries that were suffered as a result of exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. Once the Act is passed and signed into law, anyone who resided, worked, or was exposed (including in utero) to the water at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between the dates of August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987, will be able to file claims for damages. The recent legislation would allow claimants to pursue damages for several serious health conditions such as cancer, birth defects, and many others. Qualifying diseases that are part of the Camp Lejeune water contamination litigation include: Toxic Substances that Were Found in the Contaminated Water at Camp Lejeune Over the course of nearly three and a half decades, Camp Lejeune was supplied with water that was likely contaminated with volatile organic compounds such as: The water contamination spanned the entire area within the camp, including the base housing units and other buildings. Contamination was also spread to the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River, which is located nearby Camp Lejeune. The sources of the contaminated water were traced to two water treatment facilities that supplied the camp and the surrounding areas with water: Up until now, those who were injured by contaminated water at Camp Lejeune have been barred from pursuing legal claims because of a particular North Carolina law which prevented those injured from filing a lawsuit if more than 10 years have passed since a contaminating event. The federal Camp Lejeune Justice Act changes all that. The Act now allows all individuals, not just military veterans, who were injured by contaminated water exposure at Camp Lejeune to file a claim for damages. These damages may include: The Camp Lejeune Justice Act is designed to eliminate the legal hurdles for those who have suffered from serious health conditions because of the contaminated water at the Base and finally allow them to receive their day in court. It is important to note, however, that there is a statute of limitations of two years from the enactment of this Act for claimants to initiate their legal action. After the statute of limitations has expired, you will not be able to participate in the Camp Lejeune water contamination litigation. For this reason, it is critical to get started on your claim as soon as possible. At Hedge Copeland, we recognize and appreciate the sacrifices that our military families have made to secure our freedoms and keep our country safe. We are honored to fight for justice on your behalf and help you secure the full compensation you deserve. If you or a loved one suffered from the effects of contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, call us today at 251-432-8844 or message us online to start your claim.Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Litigation Attorneys
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