Status Update on Camp Lejeune Settlements Requested by U.S. Lawmakers
Lawmakers say the Camp Lejeune settlement delays raise particular concerns given the advanced age and serious health conditions of many veterans who have filed claims.
Topic Archives: Camp Lejeune
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Contaminated Camp Lejeune Water Linked to 70% Higher Parkinson’s Disease Risk for Veterans: Study
High levels of the industrial solvent TCE contaminated Camp Lejeune water for decades, leading to an increased risk of Parkinson's disease and other injuries for veterans.
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Lawsuit Alleges Contaminated Water at Camp Lejeune Caused Fatty Liver Disease
Contaminated water at Camp Lejeune led to a condition which could lead to cirrhosis of the liver and liver failure, the lawsuit warns.
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Master Docket Established for Camp Lejeune Lawsuit Management in North Carolina Court
The Court will consider appointing a group of Camp Lejeune lawyers to plaintiffs' leadership positions, as process are establish to help manage pretrial proceedings in the growing litigation
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DOJ Granted Extension For Filing Camp Lejeune Lawsuit Answers, Awaiting Court’s Decision on Procedures
With a growing number of lawsuits over Camp Lejeune water contamination being filed, the U.S. government asked for additional time to file individual answers in each case, since the Court may establish coordinated pretrial proceedings
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Veterans File Lawsuit Over K2 Air Base Water Contamination, Seeking Release of Records About Toxic Exposure
Service members say foul contaminated water regularly seeped into their tents, workspaces, and living areas, raising concerns about long-term health risks
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Camp Lejeune Lawyers Request Judges Coordinate Management of Growing Litigation
The U.S. Navy indicates there are now at least 25,000 Camp Lejeune claims being pursued by Marines and their families who developed cancer and other diseases due to contaminated water exposure.
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Camp Lejeune Multiple Myeloma Lawsuit Filed By Son of Marine Stationed At Base in 1970s
Lawsuit indicates Marine's son consumed large amount's of water while playing sports and living on the base, unaware of the high levels of contamination, according to the multiple myeloma lawsuit.
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Chemical In Camp Lejeune Water Linked to 500% Increased Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
Researchers note that levels of TCE in Camp Lejeune water were 280 times higher than recommended safety standards, and widespread water contamination problems may be causing rises in Parkinsons disease cases
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Marine With Terminal Bladder Cancer From Camp Lejeune Water Seeks Pre-Lawsuit Deposition To Preserve Testimony
The plaintiff seeks to preserve his testimony, as he does not expect to live to see trial due to the terminal nature of the bladder cancer caused by exposure to Camp Lejeune water.
