Camp Lejeune Leukemia Lawsuit

Leukemia Linked to Camp Lejeune Water Contamination

For over 30 years, the water at Camp Lejeune was contaminated with toxic chemicals. Over 1 million military service members, their families, and civilian workers were exposed during this time.

The water contained toxic chemicals that came from leaking storage tanks, spills, and waste disposal practices from on-base military operations and a nearby dry-cleaning business.

These chemicals were present in the water that people used for cooking, cleaning, and bathing.

Camp Lejeune water contamination has since been linked to a variety of different medical conditions, including leukemia.  

Leukemia is a type of cancer that affects a person’s blood cells and bone marrow. Symptoms can include weight loss, swollen lymph nodes, bone pain, and easy bleeding and bruising.

The deadline to file a Camp Lejeune lawsuit for leukemia is August 10, 2024. Don't miss your chance for justice.

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

Can I File a Camp Lejeune Leukemia Lawsuit?

There are certain criteria that must be met in order to pursue financial compensation from a Camp Lejeune leukemia lawsuit.

You may be eligible to file a Camp Lejeune leukemia 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 leukemia due to the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune

It is also possible to file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of a deceased family member who was exposed to the water at Camp Lejeune, even if they passed away decades ago.

Steps to Filing a Camp Lejeune Leukemia Lawsuit

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

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

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.

2. Build 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.

3. File Your Camp Lejeune Leukemia 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 leukemia lawyer as soon as possible.

4. Negotiate a Camp Lejeune Leukemia Settlement

Your attorney may be able to negotiate a Camp Lejeune leukemia 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.

Determining Camp Lejeune Leukemia Settlement Amounts

To settle Camp Lejeune claims, the Congressional Budget Office has projected spending over $21 Billion.

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

Some factors that may be considered in Camp Lejeune leukemia lawsuits 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 leukemia diagnosis

Our Camp Lejeune leukemia attorneys can fight to get you everything you deserve.

Camp Lejeune Elective Option for Leukemia

The U.S. government has developed an Elective Option for Camp Lejeune victims, which offers set payout amounts to qualifying families.

For cases involving leukemia, Elective Option payouts are worth between $150,000 and $550,000.

Amounts vary depending on how long a leukemia patient spent at Camp Lejeune and whether or not they are still alive.

An additional $100,000 is awarded to families filing a leukemia wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of a loved one.

While the Elective Option may award less than a Camp Lejeune leukemia lawsuit settlement, it can provide families with quicker access to compensation. 

How the Camp Lejeune Justice Act Helps Leukemia Victims

The Camp Lejeune Justice Act was passed in 2022 as part of the larger Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act.

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

Previously, victims were unable to pursue legal claims for injuries caused by the chemicals in the water at Camp Lejeune.

Get Help Filing a Camp Lejeune Leukemia Lawsuit with Sokolove Law

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 a national personal injury law firm with over 45 years of experience helping our clients — many of them veterans and military service members — get the compensation they deserve.

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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