What Is the Camp Lejeune Justice Act?
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act is part of the Honoring Our PACT Act passed by the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, and President Joe Biden signed it into law on Wednesday, August 10, [...]
Can I File a Claim if Veterans Affairs Is Already Paying My Medical Bills?
Yes! Even if you’re a veteran receiving benefits like coverage for medical bills or other compensation for a health condition developed from time serving your country, you can still file a Camp Lejeune lawsuit. The [...]
Have Camp Lejeune Lawsuits Been Settled?
So far, none of the lawsuits filed against the government for illnesses and deaths linked to water contamination at Camp Lejeune have reached settlements or gone to court.
How Much Is My Camp Lejeune Lawsuit Worth?
How much compensation victims of Camp Lejeune water contamination could receive is highly individual and will be based on several factors. These include the type of health condition, current and future medical needs, lost wages, [...]
What Illnesses Are Linked to Camp Lejeune Water Contamination?
There’s an extensive list of diseases and conditions linked to the toxins discovered in the water at Camp Lejeune, such as: Bladder cancer Breast cancer Esophageal cancer Hepatic steatosis Infertility Kidney cancer Leukemia Lung cancer [...]
How Long Does a Mass Tort Claim Take?
The duration of a mass tort claim can vary significantly depending on various factors unique to each case, such as the complexity of the litigation, the number of plaintiffs involved, the nature of the harm [...]
What Type of Damages Can I Claim in a Mass Tort Case?
The types of damages that can be claimed typically depend on the specific circumstances of the case and the applicable laws. Compensatory Damages: These damages aim to compensate plaintiffs for the actual losses and harm [...]
What Types of Attorneys Handle Mass Tort Cases?
The personal injury attorneys at Herman, Katz, Gisleson & Cain have decades of experience handling mass tort cases and have expert knowledge of representing injured parties. Our lawyers have held leadership positions for major mass [...]
What Are Some Examples of Current Mass Tort Cases?
Camp Lejeune water contamination, NEC and baby formula, Hospital Meta Pixel, Paraquat, Roundup, and Johnson & Johnson talcum baby powder lawsuits are a few of the most recognizable current mass torts.
Is a Mass Tort the Same as a Class Action?
Although they are similar, there are key distinctions. While mass tort litigation involves multiple cases, they are still separate. In a class-action lawsuit, the plaintiffs are essentially treated as one person.
