Paraquat Lawsuits: Holding Manufacturers Accountable for Health Damages
With thousands of lawsuits against Paraquat manufacturers pending across the US, one thing is clear: it’s time to hold the chemical industry accountable for the potential danger this compound poses to the public. But what is Paraquat, and why is it leading to such high numbers of personal injury claims?
Below, our negligence attorneys explain why we’re concerned about paraquat exposure and your legal options if you’re injured after exposure to this chemical.
What Is Paraquat?
Paraquat is a chemical compound used in weed killer (herbicide). It’s used to control weeds and grass for commercial purposes. In the US, Paraquat should have a blue dye through it so it can be identified.
● Given its toxicity, only licensed users can legally handle Paraquat
● Blue dye should be used in products containing paraquat to indicate its presence
● Commercial handlers, laborers, and applicators are at the highest risk of Paraquat exposure. However, it can easily affect the wider community, e.g., those who live close to industrial farmland
Paraquat Exposure
Paraquat is recognized as being highly dangerous and poisonous to humans. The most common method of Paraquat exposure is through unwittingly ingesting the compound through, for example, contaminated food. However, other methods of exposure include inhalation and skin contact.
Dangers of Paraquat Exposure
Paraquat can affect various systems throughout the body. Ingestion can cause poisoning, and inhalation may cause lung damage or irritation. Skin contact may lead to localized or more widespread irritation.
Specifically, though, there’s an emerging link between Paraquat exposure and developing Parkinson’s Disease. Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative neurological disorder that can’t be cured. It causes a wider range of symptoms, including muscle tremors, stiffness, and slow movements. Over time, it places a significant amount of stress on the body – and can be highly dangerous and poisonous to humans. The most common method of exposure is unwittingly ingesting the compound through emotional pain and suffering.
Filing a Paraquat Lawsuit for Health Damages
If you regularly worked with or around Paraquat and have now developed Parkinson’s Disease, you may have a civil negligence claim. This means you can claim compensation for health-related losses, including diagnostic testing, medical appointments, therapy, and medication. You can also claim damages for related losses such as lost income and pain and suffering.
Although those most at risk are those who work closely with Paraquat, anyone can be negligently exposed to the chemical. You can contact our firm if you want to learn if you have a claim.
The actual value of compensation you may be entitled to varies depending on, for example, the severity of your injuries and the extent of the defendant’s negligence. Our lawyers can accurately evaluate your claim upon closer examination of the facts.
Claims Deadline for Paraquat Lawsuits
Paraquat lawsuits are a type of personal injury claim. As such, you usually only have two or three years from the injury date to file a lawsuit. This means from the date you are diagnosed with a condition linked to Paraquat exposure.
Pinpointing the exact date, though, can be complex, especially in cases such as Paraquat exposure lawsuits where the full extent of the injuries may not be immediately apparent. And every state has different requirements for filing civil lawsuits. Contact Madeksho Law for personalized legal advice the moment you suspect you have a Paraquat exposure injury.
Talk to Our Paraquat Attorneys
Despite the obvious dangers of Paraquat exposure, Paraquat is still widely used in the US. If you have been injured after exposure to this toxic chemical, don’t suffer in silence. Instead, call the Madeksho Law Firm. If you have a case, our experienced injury attorneys will explain your options for pursuing compensation.
Don’t delay—every claim has a time limit. It’s crucial that you don’t miss your chance to seek justice. Contact the Madeksho Law Firm now at 888-910-6376 for a free case evaluation.
