Paraquat (paraquat dichloride) is a toxic chemical herbicide utilized by farmers, groundskeepers, and agricultural workers to control grasses and weeds. It is indicated in the U.S. to be used on over 100 different crops and in pastures and orchards to protect against invasive weeds and grasses. Paraquat is distributed under many trade names, including Firestorm, Gramoxone, Helmquat, Ortho-Paraquat, Para-SHOT, Parazone, and Quick-Quat. Primarily used as an agricultural herbicide spray, this product is highly toxic to inhale, ingest, or have come in contact with the skin and may be lethal to humans. Despite this herbicide being banned in more than 30 countries globally due to its toxicity, it is legal for use in the U.S.
The chemical herbicide Paraquat has been found to cause severe neurological damage to humans. Use of this product may increase an individual's risk of developing Parkinson's disease, lead to lung scarring and pulmonary edema, and may even lead to kidney, heart, liver failure, or death. Despite the risk, Paraquat manufacturers did not adequately warn consumers about the hazardous and potentially life-changing effects associated with Paraquat usage and exposure. Numerous significant scientific studies have linked paraquat exposure to Parkinson's disease. It has been found that those exposed to Paraquat are 2.5 times more likely to develop Parkinson's disease. It has also been concluded that the longer the exposure an individual has to Paraquat, the greater the risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Despite manufacturers being aware of the health risks associated with these herbicides, they failed to inform users as to how to protect themselves adequately. Additionally, Paraquat is one of the most widely used herbicides globally, despite being banned in over 30 countries worldwide due to its toxicity and ability to cause severe harm. Manufacturers have been aware of the link between Paraquat and Parkinson's disease for years yet never publically disclosed the information. Companies who manufactured and sold Paraquat without proper warning as to the danger of this product must be held liable. If you or a loved one were exposed to Paraquat and were subsequently diagnosed with a severe medical condition related to exposure, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation.
If you or a loved one has been exposed to Paraquat and has experienced severe medical side effects such as tremors, loss of balance, trouble speaking, hallucinations, delusions, drooling, or other severe neurological disorders, have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, kidney, heart, or liver failure, pulmonary edema, lung scarring, or even death, you and your family may be entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost wages, and, in the event of a death, compensation for wrongful death and loss of consortium. If you sprayed Paraquat or were employed by a business that had a restricted-use pesticide license to use a Paraquat product, you may be eligible.
The greater the amount of evidence we can present with your claim, the greater the likelihood of success and obtaining the largest settlement possible. Evidence may look like care summary notes, ER visits, NICU physician's notes, declarations from witnesses, and more. Our legal team at Ali Awad Law will discuss your case with you and assist you with navigating the evidence collection process and presenting the more comprehensive claim possible to get the compensation you deserve.
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Paraquat lawsuits include hundreds of plaintiffs and are considered to be multidistrict litigation. These cases are very complex and involve multiple court deadlines. First, there will be a set deadline in which every victim must file their claim, and then there will be deadlines set for every step after that. Due to these cases being multidistrict litigation, having many plaintiffs, and each claim having its own intricacies, it is impossible to determine how long litigation will take. Litigation with cases similar to this often have a duration of two years or longer.
The settlement figure that you may be eligible to receive will be dependent on the case itself and the extent of injuries and suffering incurred. As this is considered to be multidistrict litigation, it is impossible to determine an exact compensation amount this early in the proceedings. However, some legal experts predict that settlements may begin at $100k and go upward from there.
If you have been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, neurological disorders, kidney damage, or any other significant medical issues related to your exposure to Paraquat, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.
Damages include, but are not limited to: