Camp Lejeune CNS Cancer Lawsuits & Claims

Camp Lejeune Central Nervous System (CNS) Cancer Claims Due to Toxic Water

Were you or a loved one diagnosed with central nervous system cancer (CNS cancer) after being exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987? You may be entitled to compensation in a Camp Lejeune CNS cancer lawsuit.

Toxins found in the water at Camp Lejeune have been linked to developing cancer in the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. Many service members, their loved ones, and civilian contractors may have been at risk of these and other cancers after being exposed to the water at Camp Lejeune.

The experienced Camp Lejeune lawsuit attorneys at Riddle & Brantley are ready to help you evaluate your case and see if you may qualify for compensation. Please call 1-800-525-7111, and let’s review your claim today. The consultation is free, and you won’t pay any attorney fees unless we win your case and you receive compensation.

IMPORTANT: Certain diagnoses may not qualify if not accompanied by another diagnosis for a separate condition. Call 1-800-525-7111 for a free case review and we’ll evaluate your claim.

Thanks to the “Camp Lejeune Justice Act” (passed as part of the larger PACT Act on August 2, 2022), even previously denied claims may now be eligible for compensation from the federal government.

What is CNS Cancer?

CNS, or central nervous system, cancers include brain, spinal cord, and nerve tumors. These cancers can go on to affect any body part and are thought to develop when the normal brain or spinal cord cells begin to grow and divide uncontrollably.

CNS cancers can be spread throughout the entire body but most often affect the nervous system, causing signs and symptoms such as headaches, seizures, vision loss, weakness, and problems with coordination. Some patients may also experience nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and weight loss. While there is no cure for CNS cancers, they are treatable with surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

CNS cancer typically develops slowly over time. As a result, symptoms may not appear until 10-15 years after the cancer begins to grow. This is why many people exposed to Camp Lejeune water may not see signs of CNS cancer until much later in life.

Did Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Cause CNS Cancer?

Scientific evidence strongly supports the potential link between the toxins found in the Camp Lejeune water contamination and several varieties of cancer, including cancer of the central nervous system.

When the water at Camp Lejeune was analyzed, researchers found high levels of industrial solvents, including:

• trichloroethylene (TCE),
• vinyl chloride,
• benzene,
• and perchloroethylene (PCE).

All of these chemicals are classified as VOCs or volatile organic compounds. VOCs are known to be toxic to humans, with the chemicals found in Camp Lejeune’s water also classified as “known human carcinogens.” This means sufficient evidence supports that exposure to these chemicals increases the risk of cancer in humans.

Evidence that Camp Lejeune Water Caused CNS Cancer

There is still ongoing research studying the links between environmental exposure to VOCs and CNS cancer, however, the carcinogenic effects of trichloroethylene (TCE), vinyl chloride, benzene, and perchloroethylene (PCE) have been extensively studied.

A study on TCE published in the Environmental Health Perspectives journal concluded that “TCE is carcinogenic to humans by all routes of exposure and poses a potential human health hazard for … toxicity to the central nervous system, kidney, liver, immune system, male reproductive system, and the developing embryo/fetus.”

Another study in the Annals of Translational Medicine found that “long-term exposure to benzene can damage the central nervous system.”

The American Cancer Society also highlighted benzene as having a significant negative effect on the central nervous system. While not directly tied to CNS cancer, its ability to cause damage to the central nervous system has caused researchers significant concern.

Between the known carcinogenic effects of these chemicals and their associations with the central nervous system, we will likely see more research emerging examining how exposure to these chemicals may increase the risk for central nervous system cancers in humans.

Please call 1-800-525-7111 for a free, no-obligation consultation with an experienced Camp Lejeune CNS cancer lawyer at Riddle & Brantley.

We don’t get paid unless you do. If you don’t receive compensation in your CNS cancer claim, you won’t pay any attorney fees. It’s as simple as that.

How to File a Camp Lejeune CNS Cancer Claim

While the Navy had previously rejected all claims related to Camp Lejeune water contamination, newly passed legislation — the Camp Lejeune Justice Act — allows thousands of victims to file claims and lawsuits against the government for cancer (including CNS cancer) and other injuries potentially suffered due to the toxic water on base.

Anyone who meets the following criteria may be eligible to file a Camp Lejeune lawsuit.

IMPORTANT: Certain diagnoses may not qualify if not accompanied by another diagnosis for a separate condition. Call 1-800-525-7111 for a free case review and we’ll evaluate your claim.

• Were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune for 30 or more days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987
• Were diagnosed with one of the following conditions:
  • CNS cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Liver cancer
  • Lung cancer
  • Leukemia (various types)
  • Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)
  • Multiple myeloma
  • Ovarian cancer
  • Cervical cancer
  • Uterine cancer
  • Colon cancer
  • Laryngeal cancer
  • Oral cavity and pharyngeal cancer
  • Thyroid cancer
  • Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL)
  • Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)
  • Renal toxicity
  • Liver disease
  • Fatty liver disease (NAFLD or hepatic steatosis)
  • Heart defects
  • Miscarriage
  • Birth defects
  • Epilepsy
  • Female infertility
  • Scleroderma

An experienced Camp Lejeune lawsuit attorney at Riddle & Brantley can help evaluate your claim, advise you on your best available legal options, and, if you decide to hire us, file a Camp Lejeune CNS cancer lawsuit (or claim for another injury) on your behalf. Please call 1-800-525-7111 for a free, no-obligation consultation and let’s see how we can help.

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Talk with a Camp Lejeune CNS Cancer Attorney for Free

Diagnosed with CNS cancer after exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune? An experienced Camp Lejeune cancer lawsuit attorney at Riddle & Brantley can consult with you for free and help determine your best available legal options for seeking compensation.

At Riddle & Brantley, we’re proud of the results we’ve secured for injured victims — more than $665 million in compensation recovered for our clients since 2000 alone (see disclaimer below).

Settlements and verdicts are just one part of our track record, however. We’re also humbled by the way our clients describe their experience working with our attorneys and staff:

• “It was nice to see Riddle & Brantley put me and my needs first.” –R. C.
• “They turned a heartbreaking situation completely around.” –Tonya T.
• “They made a hard time in my life easier to endure.” –Melissa C.
• “Every time I’ve needed them, they were there for me.” –Tyronnie T.
• “You’ll walk in the door as a client but leave as family. They’re the absolute best.” –Susan S.

Award-Winning Trial Attorneys

Our Camp Lejeune CNS cancer lawyers have also been recognized by many prestigious memberships and awards (see disclaimer below), including:

• Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Super Lawyers
• The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
• The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
• Super Lawyers “Rising Stars”
• The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
• AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell
• The Litigator Award

For a FREE consultation with an experienced Camp Lejeune lawsuit attorney concerning a potential CNS cancer claim, please call 1-800-525-7111 or complete the fast and convenient form below.

There is never any obligation, and you won’t pay any attorney fees unless you receive compensation. Call 1-800-525-7111 today and let’s see how we can help.

Justice Counts for those who served our country and their families, and we are ready to help however we can.

*** Disclaimer: The results mentioned are intended to illustrate the type of cases handled by the firm. These results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and they should not be construed to constitute a promise or guarantee of a particular result in any particular case. Every case is different, and the outcome of any case depends upon a variety of factors unique to that case.

*** Disclaimer: An attorney must meet certain requirements to join these organizations or receive these awards. For more information on Membership Criteria for Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers “Rising Star” designation, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel, AV Preeminent designation by Martindale-Hubbell, the Litigator Award, and other memberships, awards, and accolades, please visit our Membership Criteria page. These awards and memberships should not be construed as a promise or guarantee of a similar result. Each case is different and must be evaluated separately.