What Is RoundUp?
RoundUp is the brand name of the herbicide glyphosate, which kills weeds. It also prevents plants from making necessary proteins to grow, thus inhibiting widespread weed growth. First registered for use in the United States in 1974, glyphosate is widely used in agriculture, forestry, and residential lawns and gardens.
You can be exposed to glyphosate if it contacts your skin, which could happen if you touch a plant that is still wet with the spray. Or, you could accidentally rub it in your eyes or inhale it. You could even ingest it if you eat or smoke after using it without first washing your hands.
How Does RoundUp Cause Cancer?
Although studies by the World Health Organization (WHO) reportedly show that glyphosate is not likely to be carcinogenic based on cancer rates in humans and animal studies, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a division of the WHO, reports that based on their investigation, glyphosate likely causes cancer.
Recent research has shown that those exposed to RoundUp have biomarkers in their urine related to the development of cancer. The study determined that high levels of the herbicide were consistent with oxidative stress, a condition that damages DNA. Oxidative stress is believed to be a key characteristic of hematologic cancers, including lymphoma, leukemia, and myeloma, demonstrating the potential of glyphosate to cause cancer.
What Can a RoundUp Lawyer Do for Me?
Pursuing your legal action with the aid of an experienced mass tort attorney is critical to your success. In a mass tort lawsuit, you sue a corporation with a team of aggressive attorneys working hard on their defense. We understand you want to seek your maximum compensation, but trying to hold these companies responsible for their wrongdoing is a complex and time-consuming process you should not attempt without experienced legal help.
Working with skilled mass tort attorneys like those at Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers is the best way to ensure you have the strong legal representation you need when facing a large corporate defense team. We have vast experience handling mass tort cases and understand what it takes to bring a successful claim. From thoroughly investigating the circumstances of your exposure to collecting the necessary evidence to support your claim, including obtaining your medical records and an expert opinion if necessary, you can trust you are in good hands. Our goal is to fight for the justice you deserve and seek the compensation you need.
What Is a Mass Tort Lawsuit?
“Tort” is another word for “wrong.” In the legal context, a tort occurs when someone or something’s wrongful action causes harm to someone else. A mass tort occurs when several people suffer harm due to a company’s wrongful action. In a mass tort case, individual lawsuits from multiple harmed parties combined into a single action against the responsible party, here, Monsanto or Bayer. The individual plaintiffs must have similar injuries caused by a defendant’s wrongful acts or omissions. For example, in the RoundUp cases, the common cause of action against the manufacturer is failure to warn consumers about the health risks of glyphosate.
In mass tort cases, the individual plaintiffs may work together on certain parts of the case applicable to all parties. However, to the extent that one person’s case differs from another, they will work separately with their attorneys. For example, the plaintiff parties may work together in the discovery phase of the case, but separate expert testimony may be required. And, even if the parties work together, their financial awards will differ. The court determines each party’s compensation based on their case’s unique facts and circumstances.
What Is the Deadline for Filing a RoundUp Lawsuit?
Every state has a statute of limitations that sets the deadline for when lawsuits must be filed.
In many states, the deadline to file a RoundUp lawsuit is one year from the date of your cancer diagnosis, the date you learn about the connection between your exposure to RoundUp and your illness (such as a doctor’s appointment), or the death of your loved one related to their exposure to RoundUp. One year is a short time frame to file a lawsuit, highlighting the need to retain an attorney shortly after discovering your illness. Take the quiz today to start the process.
What Kind of Compensation Can I Receive in a RoundUp Lawsuit?
If you have cancer or your loved one died following RoundUp exposure, your attorney may advise that you are eligible to join a mass tort lawsuit. You could seek money for:
Medical Bills
Prescription Medication
Lost Income
Loss of Future Earning Capacity
Pain and Suffering
Mental Distress
Emotional Trauma
Find Out if You Have a RoundUp Case Today
At Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers, our team of RoundUp exposure attorneys will fight for you. We have the experience and legal prowess to handle your mass tort claim. We are proud to offer you a free and instantaneous case review. Start by taking the quiz to see if you are eligible to file a RoundUp lawsuit. If you qualify, you will be invited to take the first steps towards filing your case.