In 1985 ground water at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune was found to contain dangerous levels of toxic chemicals. It was determined that from 1953 to 1987 servicemembers, contractors, civilians, and their families consumed tap water containing toxic chemicals with concentrations at levels 240-3400 times the permitted safety standards. It is estimated that over one million individuals were exposed to these toxins known to cause numerous serious health conditions, including cancer.
Multiple forms of cancer have been linked to the substances found in the water at Camp Lejeune, including:
Other diseases and medical conditions have been linked to these toxins, such as:
Fertility issues, miscarriages, and birth defects were also caused by the toxins in the water at Camp Lejeune.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act, which has been signed into law by President Biden, will provide the exposed individuals and their family members a legal claim for compensation for their injuries, including wrongful death. These cases will be handled exclusively by the Federal Courts in eastern North Carolina.
Anyone who worked, lived, or served at Camp Lejeune or MCAS New River from August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987, for a minimum of thirty cumulative days and has a related medical condition has a claim. This includes veterans, military personnel, civilians and their family members who were exposed to this toxic water.
Wayne Hardee has been helping citizens of eastern North Carolina for over 40 years. Our lawyers are all admitted and practice in federal court in eastern North Carolina where we can zealously advocate for you. We want to help you and assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve.
We are currently reviewing cases on behalf of victims and their families. If you or any family member previously lived, worked, or were stationed at Camp Lejeune or MCAS New River between 1953 and 1987 and have a serious health condition, please give us a call at (252) 238-4040 or 1-800-INJURED.
Please fill out this form so that we can discuss your eligibity to receive compensation.