Paraquat Personal Injury Lawyer
Recent studies by medical researchers have cited a link between paraquat, a popular herbicide (weed killer) widely used in the agricultural industry, and developing Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative neurological condition that can lead to a marked decrease in mobility and motor skills, muscle weakness, etc. Farm and agricultural workers have filed suit against paraquat manufacturers, claiming they knew that the paraquat herbicide posed a risk of causing Parkinson’s disease, yet continued to sell it, withholding knowledge of the risks of use of the toxic chemical from the public.
If you believe you or a loved one have developed Parkinson’s disease or other health conditions after being exposed to paraquat, reach out to a paraquat lawsuit attorney at Gartlan Injury Law to learn about your rights and legal options for pursuing compensation for the harm and losses you have suffered. Our legal team has the knowledge, resources, and drive needed to stand up to manufacturers who failed to protect paraquat-users and others from harm.
You can trust that Dothan personal injury lawyer Aaron Gartlan will vigorously advocate for your rights and interests at the negotiation table and in court, if necessary. In addition, when you work with our firm, you will never owe any fees upfront to get the legal help you need. We only get paid when and if we recover money for you.
Contact us today for a free initial consultation with a paraquat lawsuit injury lawyer to discuss how you can pursue justice and accountability from the parties liable for your illness or injuries.
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How Can Our Paraquat Personal Injury Lawyers Help You?
When you’ve been afflicted with a serious medical condition like Parkinson’s disease after being exposed to the herbicide paraquat, the personal injury lawyers of Gartlan Injury Law can help you to seek a financial recovery by:
- Thoroughly investigating your case to recover evidence needed to prove your exposure to paraquat and support a medical link between your exposure and your health condition
- Explaining your legal rights and options to you, including what you can expect at each stage of your case
- Documenting your expenses and losses, including future expected medical and long-term care needs
- Pursuing settlement of your claims with the manufacturers of paraquat, if possible, to get you the financial resources you need to regain as much quality of life as possible
- Taking your claim to court when litigation represents the best option for pursuing your legal rights and ensuring that your case is properly pursued through the litigation process
Do You Need a Paraquat Personal Injury Lawyer? What Are Your Legal Options?
If you have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease after having worked with or regularly been exposed to paraquat, you need a personal injury lawyer. The manufacturers of paraquat will likely deny and counter the claims and scientific studies that their product causes Parkinson’s disease or other medical conditions.
A paraquat personal injury lawyer can leverage the strength of the case they build on your behalf and their willingness to go to court to negotiate aggressively for the fair and full settlement you deserve. Our firm also stands ready to pursue your legal rights and options in court, if necessary.
Suits against the manufacturer of paraquat, including both individual suits and class-action suits, have been consolidated into a multidistrict litigation panel that handles pre-trial proceedings for each of the cases. Having a case in multi-district litigation can present complex challenges as well as advantages. Our firm will make sure that your rights are preserved and that your legal opportunities are thoroughly pursued.
How Do I Know If I Have a Paraquat Injury Case?
You may have a paraquat injury claim if you can prove exposure to the paraquat herbicide. Paraquat is not licensed for home use. Instead, it’s used in commercial agricultural operations, and workers are required to be trained in the safe application and use of paraquat herbicide. Exposure to paraquat can occur through ingestion, inhalation, or by coming into skin contact with the substance. However, long-term exposure to small amounts of paraquat can naturally occur by mixing, loading, or spraying paraquat or cleaning application equipment.
Agricultural workers who worked with paraquat or who worked on farms where paraquat was used may have been subjected to long-term exposure to paraquat. Individuals who lived with agricultural workers exposed to paraquat may have themselves been exposed to residue on workers’ clothing. In addition, people who lived near farms, such as residential areas, where paraquat was used may also have had long-term exposure due to the paraquat herbicide drifting through the air or contaminating potable water supplies.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has revised its safety measures as to the use and application of paraquat. If those guidelines are not followed, accidental exposure to paraquat could occur.
Our firm can review your personal and work history to determine if you may have been exposed to paraquat, as well as review your medical records to find evidence of a potential link between your exposure and your diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease or other health conditions linked to paraquat.
What Damages Are Available for My Paraquat Injuries?
If you are suffering from Parkinson’s disease or another health condition linked to paraquat, you may be entitled to seek financial compensation for expenses and losses that you have incurred and/or will incur in the future due to the harm you have suffered.
Compensation in a paraquat personal injury case may cover:
- Costs of medical treatment and rehabilitation needed for Parkinson’s disease, such as specialist care, physical therapy, and prescription medication to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s or its secondary complications
- Long-term care, such as home health care or assisted living services
- Loss of income (lost wages) and future earning capacity due to disability caused by Parkinson’s or other chronic health conditions resulting from paraquat exposure
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and distress
- Loss of quality of life due to physical disability or reduced life expectancy
Contact a Paraquat Personal Injury Attorney for Help Today
After you or a loved one have been hurt through no fault of your own due to exposure to paraquat, don’t wait another day to contact a paraquat lawsuit attorney at Gartlan Injury Law for a free, no-obligation case review. Learn more about how a paraquat personal injury attorney from our firm can help you pursue the financial resources you need to help cover your treatment, long-term care, and other resources you may need now and in the future.
