Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Attorneys in New York City
Proudly representing servicemembers, veterans & their families
Entities such as the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) have been examining the effects of Camp Lejeune’s contaminated water since the early 1980s.
Reports have found that exposure to the contaminants found in the base’s drinking water has been linked to various illnesses, such as liver cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, adult leukemia, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, aplastic anemia, various myelodysplastic syndromes, multiple myeloma, and Parkinson’s disease.
If you served or worked at Camp Lejeune and were later diagnosed with an illness or medical condition related to exposure to contaminated drinking water, you may be entitled to veterans’ benefits. You could also have grounds for class action litigation or a personal injury claim. We encourage you to reach out to our firm today to learn more at absolutely no cost.
Injured in an accident? Was someone else to blame? Contact our firm today at (646) 813-3922 to schedule a complimentary consultation with a member of our team.
Understanding the PACT Act
Some of the changes enacted under the PACT Act include:
- Increased eligibility for benefits and health care for veterans who suffered toxic exposure
- Expanded eligibility for benefits and health care for Vietnam, Gulf War, and post-9/11 veterans
- Addition of over 20 new “presumptive conditions” related to toxic exposure and burn pits
- Mandatory toxic exposure screening requirements for all veterans enrolled in VA health care
- Inclusion of additional locations for presumptive exposure to Agent Orange and radiation
Call Keith D. Silverstein & Associates at (646) 813-3922 or contact us online to request a free consultation with one of our Camp Lejeune water contamination lawyers in New York City.
Who Is Eligible to File a Claim?
To be eligible for VA disability benefits, you must be one of the following:
- A veteran
- A reservist
- A guardsman
Additionally, you must have:
- Served at Camp Lejeune between August 1953 and December 1987 for at least 30 days (cumulative)
- NOT have been dishonorably discharged from the U.S. military
Lastly, you must be diagnosed with one of the following presumptive conditions:
- Liver cancer
- Bladder cancer
- Kidney cancer
- Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
- Adult leukemia
- Multiple myeloma
- Aplastic anemia
- A myelodysplastic syndrome
- Parkinson’s disease
If you meet all eligibility requirements, you may be entitled to VA benefits. If you were not a U.S. military servicemember but worked at Camp Lejeune as a civilian, you could be eligible to file a personal injury claim or take part in ongoing class action litigation. Contact Keith D. Silverstein & Associates to learn more about your legal rights and options.
What Types of Benefits Are Available?
Eligible individuals who file for VA benefits can receive:
- Health care
- Compensation
Individuals who file personal injury claims or take part in class action lawsuits may be entitled to:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages/income
- Pain and suffering
- Additional damages
If your family member passed away due to a presumptive condition after serving at Camp Lejeune, you may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit and seek certain damages.
Why Hire a Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Attorney?
Whether you are seeking VA benefits, suffered a serious illness after working as a civilian at Camp Lejeune, or had a family member pass away due to a presumptive condition, it is important that you work with an experienced attorney. These cases are very complex and subject to complicated laws, eligibility requirements, and filing procedures. Attempting to navigate this process on your own can be incredibly challenging and may result in the denial of your claim or a reduction in payments.
When you work with an attorney, you have someone by your side who knows how to handle your claim. At Keith D. Silverstein & Associates, our Camp Lejeune water contamination lawyers in New York City can quickly evaluate your situation to determine if you have a case. As a client, you can expect to receive personalized legal support and counsel tailored to your unique circumstances.
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How Our Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawyers Can Help
We are proud to represent military servicemembers and civilian staff members who unknowingly and unfairly had their health, safety, and lives put at risk by negligent government agencies. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping you recover the full, fair compensation you are owed. Whether you have a VA disability claim, personal injury claim or class action, or a wrongful death lawsuit, our firm is ready to fight for you and the justice you deserve.
With over 35 years of legal experience, we have what it takes to effectively advocate for your recovery.
We offer free consultations and do not collect any attorney fees unless/until we win your case. If we do not recover a settlement or verdict on your behalf, you do not pay.
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