Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
As the Camp Lejeune litigation heats up, our team at Saltz Mongeluzzi Bendesky is gearing up to substantiate claims beyond the realm of presumptive diseases (i.e., Kidney Cancer, Liver Cancer, Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Leukemias, Bladder Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, Parkinson’s Disease, Kidney Disease, Scleroderma). While the Department of Navy has acknowledged liability and admitted that the water contamination has caused certain presumptive diseases, recent scientific studies shed light on additional injuries that merit compensation.
A recent study explored cancer risks among Marines, Navy personnel, and civilian workers stationed or employed at Camp Lejeune during the period of water contamination by comparing them to those at Camp Pendleton. This study analyzed cancer risks based on the duration of stay at Camp Lejeune and potential associations with specific cancers.
The findings were fascinating. Marines and Navy personnel exhibited increased risks for various cancers, including acute myeloid leukemia (AML), esophageal, laryngeal, thyroid, and soft tissue cancers. Civilian workers also showed heightened risks for certain cancers, such as all myeloid cancers, squamous cell lung cancer, and female ductal breast cancer. Particularly noteworthy was the consistent trend of thyroid cancer incidence correlating with longer durations spent at Camp Lejeune. With the identification of additional cancers and health risks associated with the contamination, more individuals may be eligible for compensation.
These recent scientific revelations provide crucial support for cases where claimants may not have a presumptive injury but are still owed compensation. The evidence linking water contamination to a wide array of injuries, including AML, esophageal, laryngeal, thyroid, and soft tissue cancers, as well as myeloid cancers, squamous cell lung cancer, and female ductal breast cancer, is now more compelling than ever. With this concrete data in hand, plaintiffs can substantiate their claims, significantly enhancing the likelihood of successful litigation outcomes.
Saltz Mongeluzzi Bendesky is diligently analyzing this latest scientific data to bolster our clients’ cases and ensure that every individual receives the compensation they rightfully deserve. The implications of these studies extend far beyond legal proceedings; they underscore the urgent need for accountability and justice for those affected by the Camp Lejeune water contamination. As the litigation progresses, it remains crucial to stay informed and advocate for those whose lives have been irreversibly impacted by this environmental tragedy. With its potential to reshape legal proceedings, outcomes, and the trajectory of compensation for affected individuals, the study stands as a pivotal piece of evidence in the Camp Lejeune litigation.