Houston Victims of Toxic Water Exposure at Camp Lejeune

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced that veterans who have suffered damages due to exposure to Camp Lejeune contaminated water may be entitled to financial compensation for themselves or their families. If you and your family are now living in Houston, and were stationed at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune for at least 30 consecutive days between August 1953 and December 1987, and meet all other criteria, you may be eligible for a settlement, disability benefit, or other form of compensation.

The expert attorneys at Carabin Shaw are ready to help you fight for the compensation you are owed, and will help you identify the benefits you are entitled to.

From 1953 to 1987, both residential areas and training facilities within Base Camp Lejeune had toxic chemicals present in the water. The U.S. government knew of this contamination and took no steps to remedy it. We are only now seeing the long-term effects of this toxic exposure, and the various illnesses and challenges that it has caused for United States veterans across the country.

Houston injury lawyers at Carabin Shaw are dedicated to ensuring that victims of the toxic exposure, and their families, receive the maximum compensation possible for the suffering caused by this government oversight. If you were a reservist or guardsmen on site during the 30 years that the water was toxic, or you are a veteran who was present on base, our expert lawyers will help you to identify the legal compensation that you are entitled to. Our free initial consultation and case review is the first step towards receiving that compensation.

As with many types of toxic exposure, the long-term impact of the Camp Lejeune toxic water is varied.

The following cancers are all linked to Camp Lejeune toxic water exposure:

• Kidney cancer
• Bladder cancer
• liver cancer
• Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
• Multiple myeloma
• Lung cancer
• Brain cancer
• Esophageal cancer
• Thyroid cancer

This list is not extensive, and is only a few of the cancer’s that have been caused by toxic exposure. Texas attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help you identify which additional forms of cancer have been linked to Camp Lejeune. Additionally, although cancer may be the primary listed condition, many other health conditions have been identified as being caused by Camp Lejeune toxic water exposure.

Such conditions include:

• Parkinson's disease
• Scleroderma
• Hepatic steatosis
• Neurobehavioral disorders
• Cardiac defects

And many other dangerous conditions, including fertility issues and miscarriages. It is important to recognize that financial compensation and other benefits are not limited solely to veterans, but can extend to family members of veterans who were also living on-base during the identified time periods.

While financial relief has been made available to veterans throughout the country, a form or application can be denied for any number of reasons, from lack of evidence to improper formatting. Expert attorneys at Carabin Shaw understand how complicated and stressful it can be to file a personal injury claim alone. With 30 years of experience fighting for Austin personal injury victims, we have the tools necessary to guarantee that you receive your maximum possible compensation. Further evidence of our quality service can be found at Carabin Shaw’s client reviews.

At Carabin Shaw we are devoted to prioritizing the best interests of our clients, and we will advocate for you and your family from the moment you file your claim to the moment your compensation is won. If you are having trouble filing your claim, or getting approved for the benefits that are owed to you, reach out to our English and Spanish speaking staff, toll-free and 24/7, at 800-862-1260.