If you or a loved one was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or a similar illness as a result of exposure to the toxic pesticide chemical paraquat, you may be eligible to file against its manufacturer and distributor for their negligence in causing the condition. Find out more about paraquat below, and get the information that will help you decide if a lawsuit is right for you!
Learn about paraquat-related illnesses.
Paraquat is a chemical pesticide used on crops in the United States. It is highly toxic causing serious illness in people exposed to the substance, such as certified application professionals. However, anyone who is exposed can get sick regardless of direct handling. Paraquat has been linked to the development of Parkinson’s disease and other illnesses.
Short term effects of paraquat exposure include skin rash, inflammation of the lining of the mouth, stomach and intestines, and fluid in the lungs, among others. Long term effects have been linked to Parkinson’s Disease, cancer and pulmonary fibrosis. Download our Paraquat Facts Information here to find out more about the after effects of exposure to the chemical.
As stated by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), “no proven antidote or cure exists for paraquat poisoning.” Once ingested the pesticide works its way through the entire body, affecting each part as it goes. Many people die of paraquat poisoning. Those who survive are at increased risk of Parkinson’s disease and other serious illnesses.
Paraquat manufacturers and distributors have knowingly exposed the public to a hazardous, toxic, and carcinogenic pesticide that is used to induce Parkinson’s disease in laboratory rats. Despite public outcry for an FDA ban, its use in US agriculture has been limited to large companies with the means to get certification.
Want more information about filing a paraquat lawsuit?
If you or a loved one became ill due to paraquat ingestion or exposure then you may be able to file a paraquat lawsuit. Settlements are being offered to those who can prove that their exposure led to the symptoms that they are experiencing. Paraquat settlements compensate victims for their pain and suffering, losses (such as loss of wages), medical bills and other expenses associated with being diagnosed with a related condition such as cancer or Parkinson’s disease.
For more information about lawsuits, download our guide, Top 10 Things to Know About Filing a Paraquat Lawsuit.
If you or a loved one were diagnosed with a serious illness after a recorded history of long-term paraquat exposure and/or ingestion then you may be eligible to file for a paraquat settlement.
Current lawsuits allege that because the manufacturer of paraquat is aware of the risks associated with the pesticide, they are negligent in their duty of care to users and the public. Your paraquat settlement may compensate you financially, and allows you to hold the company accountable for their part in your illness or your loved one’s illness or wrongful death.
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