What To Do If Your Loved One Died From Camp Lejeune’s Contaminated Water:
If you have a loved one who was stationed at Camp Lejeune, you may already know about the discovery of contaminated water at the Marine Corps base in the 1980s. You may even know that veterans and service members harmed by contaminated water can finally obtain compensation. But what happens if your loved one has already died from an illness related to exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune? Fortunately, you may be able to obtain compensation.
Who Qualifies for Compensation?
You can file a claim for compensation under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act if your loved one was exposed to the contaminated water between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987, for at least 30 days. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs maintains a list of dozens of health conditions related to contaminated water exposure and may qualify for compensation. You will also need documentation that your loved one had a related medical diagnosis before their death.
How Do I File for Compensation?
To file a claim under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, your loved one must meet all the statutory requirements. You will need the following:
- Military records showing your loved one “served at Camp Lejeune or MCAS New River for at least 30 days from August 1953 through December 1987 while on active duty, or in the National Guard or Reserves.”
- Medical records supporting your loved one’s diagnosis for a qualifying medical condition before their death.
Disability and Wrongful Death
Veterans affected by a chronic health condition caused by exposure to contaminated water may be eligible for VA disability benefits. Veterans and family members affected by the Camp Lejeune contaminated water may also be entitled to health care benefits, under a second federal statute, the Caring for Camp Lejeune Families Act of 2012. Additionally, if your loved one has already died because of a health condition related to water exposure, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Hire an Expert in Tort Claims
If you’ve lost a loved one as a result of a health condition related to their exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, you may be able to seek recovery for their death and medical costs. But you’ll need an experienced lawyer well-versed in handling wrongful death claims. The skilled lawyers at the Madeksho Law Firm can help. Call us at 1-888-910-6376 or contact us online. Your initial consultation is free, and you won’t pay anything unless we recover compensation on your behalf.
