Camp Lejeune Esophageal Cancer Lawsuit

Camp Lejeune Water Contamination and Esophageal Cancer

For over 30 years, the water at U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina was contaminated by toxic chemicals known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs). This water was used by over 1 million people living and working on the base for day-to-day tasks like bathing, cooking, and cleaning.

Studies have since linked the toxic water at Camp Lejeune to the development of numerous health issues, including esophageal cancer.

If you or a loved one was diagnosed with esophageal cancer after being exposed to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, you may now be able to seek financial compensation.

Thousands have already filed, and the U.S. government is actively evaluating claims — but you only have a small window left to take action!

At Sokolove Law, we have recovered over $9.6 Billion for our clients, including thousands of veterans and military service members.

How the Camp Lejeune Justice Act Helps Esophageal Cancer Victims

The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 was recently passed by the Biden Administration as part of the Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act.

This new law allows veterans, their families, and civilian workers to file Camp Lejeune lawsuits if they were affected by the contaminated water on base.

Our team can help you determine if you may be able to file a lawsuit and pursue compensation.

Can I File a Camp Lejeune Esophageal Cancer Lawsuit?

Certain criteria must be met to pursue legal compensation through a Camp Lejeune esophageal cancer lawsuit.

You may be eligible for a Camp Lejeune esophageal cancer lawsuit if you or a family member:

• Resided or worked at Camp Lejeune between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987
• Spent at least 30 days on base (consecutively or nonconsecutively)
• Developed esophageal cancer due to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune

Even if you lost a loved one to esophageal cancer many years ago, it may be possible to file a Camp Lejeune wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of your deceased family member.

Filing a Camp Lejeune Esophageal Cancer Lawsuit

When you work with Sokolove Law, we strive to make filing a Camp Lejeune esophageal cancer lawsuit as stress-free as possible for you and your family.

If you have a case, our Camp Lejeune esophageal cancer attorneys can handle every step of the legal process for you, so you can focus on your health and recovery.

Step 1. Contact Sokolove Law

At Sokolove Law, we can provide you with a free legal consultation to determine if you may be eligible to file a claim.

During your consultation, we will ask you questions about your story and listen to how the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune has impacted you and your loved ones.

Step 2. Gather Evidence for Your Case

Our Camp Lejeune attorneys will work with you to gather important evidence and documents like medical bills, medical records, and military service records.

Not sure where to find these records? Our team can figure out what’s needed and help you find it when the time comes.

Step 3. File Your Camp Lejeune Esophageal Cancer Lawsuit

Our attorneys can file a Camp Lejeune lawsuit on your behalf. By working with an experienced legal team, you can get help ensuring that all deadlines are met and the paperwork for your case is properly submitted.

Those impacted by the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune only have until August 2024 to file a lawsuit, so it is important to contact a Camp Lejeune esophageal cancer lawyer as soon as possible.

Step 4. Negotiate a Camp Lejeune Esophageal Cancer Settlement

Your attorney may be able to negotiate a Camp Lejeune esophageal cancer settlement with the defendant on your behalf.

However, if a settlement is unable to be reached, your attorney can present your case in court before a judge and jury, who will hear your case and decide how much compensation — if any — you may receive.

At Sokolove Law, there are no upfront or out-of-pocket costs. We only get paid if your case results in compensation.

Calculating a Camp Lejeune Esophageal Cancer Settlement Amount

To settle Camp Lejeune claims, the Congressional Budget Office has projected spending over $6.1 Billion between 2022 and 2031.

Each case is unique, and there are numerous factors that can affect how much Camp Lejeune settlements could be worth.

Factors that influence Camp Lejeune esophageal cancer settlement amounts include:

• The extent of immediate and long-term medical expenses
• The pain and suffering experienced by the victim
• The length of time spent at Camp Lejeune
• Whether the victim died or had their life expectancy significantly shortened
• Whether a loss of income or earning potential occurred as a result of the esophageal cancer diagnosis

Our attorneys can fight to maximize your compensation from a Camp Lejeune esophageal cancer lawsuit.

Get Help with Your Camp Lejeune Esophageal Cancer Lawsuit

Thanks to the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022, anyone who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987 may now be able to file a lawsuit and pursue compensation for their injuries.

Sokolove Law is proud to work with Ed Bell — the champion of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act — to serve veterans and their families in all 50 states.

Our team is standing by to help you 24/7, and we won’t charge you any upfront or out-of-pocket costs.

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