How to File a Paraquat Lawsuit

There are currently thousands of paraquat lawsuits filed in multiple states in the country. And because of the multidistrict litigation process, there’s a likelihood that more victims will bring a legal claim against manufacturer Syngenta for the negative health impacts of the weedkiller.

If you want to take legal action, the first step would be to get in touch with a paraquat lawsuit lawyer who will then evaluate your case for eligibility. Experience is key because you want to ensure that the attorney understands the travails, pain, and suffering that you and/or your loved ones have been going through and knows how to make it right.

Zanes Law already has major experience with a similar weed killer lawsuit against the popular Roundup herbicide. Our attorneys will then provide legal advice and representation that will help you join the class action suit against paraquat and ensure that you get the financial compensation you deserve.

 If you developed an illness due to the harmful pesticide paraquat, a product liability attorney can tell you how to file a paraquat lawsuit against the manufacturer.

How to Know If Exposure to Paraquat-Containing Herbicides Made You Sick

Long-term exposure to the industrial herbicide can have serious adverse effects. If you have used or are still using this popular herbicide for agricultural activities and have been feeling ill of late, chances are likely that your illness may be caused by prolonged exposure. Specifically, look for disease symptoms and side effects such as:

• Unexplained weakness
• Confusion
• Acute kidney failure (particularly when you are not engaged in risky lifestyle activities that can affect your kidneys)
• Liver failure
• Heart failure
• Respiratory distress brought on by lung scarring
• Digestive problems (the herbicide is known for its fast-acting corrosion of the interior organs)
• Elevated or increased heart rate
• Fluid-filled lungs
• Reduced breathing capacity
• Unexplained seizures
• Parkinson’s disease

These are just some diseases and health risks the toxic herbicide causes. If you have had close contact with paraquat dichloride in the past and are experiencing one or more of these symptoms, paraquat likely caused them. If that’s the case, you need to talk to an experienced product liability lawyer about filing or joining a paraquat lawsuit.

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Who Is Eligible to File a Paraquat Claim?

While the aforementioned symptoms are likely indicators of exposure to paraquat, they are not enough for you to file a paraquat lawsuit. While occupational exposure to paraquat can be a major factor in developing Parkinson’s disease and other health conditions, environmental exposure is also a risk.

Before you can file a paraquat claim, certain criteria must be met. These include:

• Prolonged or chronic exposure to the weedkiller
• A Parkinson’s disease diagnosis
• Filing the claim within the recommended time limits 

These are the three grounds for filing a paraquat claim in the United States. Please note that every state has a statute of limitations for cases like this. So, you’ll need to find out your state or district’s deadline for filing such claims. 

Most victims of toxic exposure to paraquat are:

• Industrial or licensed herbicide applicators
• Farmers and farmhands
• People who are residents near or around commercial farms where the herbicide is used
• People who work(ed) in close proximity to or with the chemical substance (tank fillers and mixers, for instance)

When you’re filing your claim, you can do so on the basis of the following:

• Product liability: Syngenta AG knew that paraquat was harmful to the general public. Yet, that didn’t deter them from still manufacturing and selling the product.
• Public nuisance: New evidence shows that Syngenta misrepresented data and repeatedly rejected and resisted new safer, less toxic, and equally potent formulas just to protect their profits.
• Product negligence: Paraquat manufacturers owe the public a duty of care that their products don’t hurt the populace. But they clearly didn’t take that into consideration during the manufacturing and sales process of paraquat.

All these are solid reasons for filing a paraquat claim or lawsuit. A Paraquat lawyer can help you to hold the manufacturers of these toxic chemicals accountable for your medical bills and other losses in a product liability lawsuit.

When Is It Too Late to File a Paraquat Lawsuit?

The statute of limitations is a legal concept that imposes a deadline on the amount of time someone has to file a personal injury lawsuit. Generally, plaintiffs must file a claim within two or three years of their injury date. 

In cases where paraquat is involved, this deadline can be especially important as some states may be less forgiving when it comes to filing paraquat lawsuits after the statute of limitations has expired. Those considering filing a paraquat exposure lawsuit should consult with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible.

A lawyer will be able to evaluate their eligibility for litigation and advise them about their state’s specific statutes. An experienced attorney will help individuals navigate these complexities quickly and appropriately and continue forward with their claims before time runs out.

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Who Is Most At Risk for Illnesses Related to Paraquat Exposure?

Paraquat is a powerful herbicide that is used in many agricultural and professional landscaping applications. It is highly toxic and has been linked to major health risks, including neurodegenerative disorders, respiratory failure, coma, and death. Because Paraquat is sprayed on open fields, those who work with it directly as licensed applicators may be the most at risk for exposure.

However, other individuals who don’t come into direct contact with the chemical are still exposed due to drifting spray caused by wind or water runoff. This increases the risk of exposure for farmers, farm workers, field workers, landscapers, and other agricultural laborers who work near treated fields.

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What to Do About Filing Your Paraquat Lawsuit

Thousands of people across the globe have been injured by this dangerous chemical. If you feel that you’re qualified to join a paraquat mass tort action or want to file an individual claim, you can talk to the paraquat attorneys at Zanes Law. Our lawyers will evaluate your case to see if you qualify. We can help you hold these companies accountable.

The Zanes Law personal injury lawyers can provide legal representation and pursue compensation for damages on your behalf. You may be eligible to join the paraquat MDL. Contact us today for a free case evaluation, or call us for a free consultation.

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