Exposed to Camp Lejeune Toxic Water? Help for El Paso Veterans

Are you one of the nearly 50,000 veterans in El Paso? If so, you may be eligible to receive damages for injuries suffered due to exposure to toxic water at Camp Lejeune. Over a period of 34 years, military families and civilian workers stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were exposed to a water supply contaminated with such dangerous chemicals as benzene and PCE. Many of them suffered from serious health conditions as a result.

It is only recently that Camp Lejeune contaminated water victims in El Paso won the right to receive benefits or claim damages from the federal government for their injuries. If you are one of these victims, you may have some questions about how you can receive the compensation that you are owed. A legal settlement can compensate you not only for your medical bills, but for the pain and suffering caused by your ailments. However, the process of obtaining one may seem complex and difficult, and you will want to ensure that it is in the best hands possible.

The El Paso attorneys at Carabin Shaw have the experience and knowledge necessary to help you fight for the compensation that you are owed. To learn more about how we can assist you, call 800-862-1260 to schedule a free consultation with one of our personal injury attorneys. Our telephone staff speaks both English and Spanish, and is available 24/7.

In 2017, the Obama administration provided veterans who were stationed at Camp Lejeune from 1953-1987 the opportunity to receive benefits through the VA. However, these benefits do not apply to civilians or to those who suffered from health complications due to in-utero exposure to Camp Lejeune’s water. They also only cover a list of eight specific illnesses.

The Camp Lejeune Justice Act, passed in 2022, allows for anyone who was affected by the water at Camp Lejeune to pursue legal action against the United States government. These rights do not only provide help for El Paso veterans, but for veterans’ families and for civilians who worked at Camp Lejeune.

Under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, anyone who lived or worked at Lejeune for at least 30 days from 1953-1987 may be entitled to damages.

If you intend to file a lawsuit under the Camp Lejeune Justice act, you will have to provide proof of your residence and proof that you have suffered from complications as a result of exposure to toxic water. Illnesses that former residents and workers at Camp Lejeune have noted include:

• Cancer
• Anemia
• Neurological conditions
• Kidney failure
• Infertility

If you are a veteran, speak to your local VA officer about what benefits you could receive. If you are also interested in pursuing a personal injury claim, look for an El Paso Tx injury lawyer with experience representing veterans.

Claimants are entitled to represent themselves when pursuing injury claims. However, professional legal assistance will significantly increase your chances of receiving a settlement.

An attorney can help you ensure that you have all the necessary documentation for your claim. They will also help you navigate any legal red tape that you may encounter. Over 15,000 CLJA claims have already been filed, and not all will be successful. To maximize your chances of success, look for a personal injury lawyer with a successful record and experience representing military families.

If you have any other questions about claiming damages for exposure to toxic water at Camp Lejeune, call 800-862-1260 to set up a free consultation with an attorney at our firm. Carabin Shaw’s client reviews speak to our legal team’s level of experience and professionalism.