July 22, 2024
TruLaw is halting new client intake for the Camp Lejeune lawsuit to better serve our current clients.
Although the administrative deadline for filing new claims is weeks away on August 10th, 2024, we are no longer accepting new clients for the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit as of July 22nd, 2024.
We are halting the acceptance of new clients to focus our efforts on the clients we are currently serving and representing.
By doing so, we can dedicate more time and resources to each case, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible representation and support.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act represents a major hurdle overcome by veterans and their families in seeking rightful compensation for exposure to highly contaminated water.
Through this act, hundreds of thousands of people who have been affected by Camp Lejeune’s toxic water are seizing the opportunity to secure compensation for their medical bills, pain and suffering, and other intangible damages.
Recent developments in the litigation include the appointment of two settlement masters to expedite the claim resolution process.
This decision, announced on July 16th, 2024, aims to facilitate faster settlements for the numerous claims being filed.
Additionally, over 285,000 claims have been submitted, with more than $14 million in payouts already made outside of court.
Our Camp Lejeune lawyers will continue the hard work of fighting for our clients.
The deadline to file a Camp Lejeune claim remains August 10th, 2024.
However, TruLaw will not be taking new clients after July 22nd, 2024.
If you or a loved one were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, please seek legal advice promptly to ensure your rights are protected.
July 17, 2024
The deadline for Camp Lejeune claims under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act is August 10th, 2024.
On December 26, 2023, the United States filed a motion to amend Case Management Order No. 2 in the Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuits.
The amendments sought included:
- Requiring all plaintiffs to file short form complaints.
- Removing the opt-out provision for Track 2 and future track plaintiffs.
- Extending Track 1 fact discovery by 90 days.
- Requiring plaintiffs to notify the United States promptly of any expert examinations.
On February 26, 2024, the court issued Case Management Order No. 10, granting some requests while denying others.
Key decisions included:
- Plaintiffs must file a short form complaint.
- The opt-out provision for Track 2 and future track plaintiffs remains intact.
- No extension for Track 1 fact discovery.
- Deferred ruling on expert examination notifications.
On April 17, 2024, the United States requested reconsideration of the opt-out provision decision, arguing that the Plaintiff’s Leadership Group’s (PLG) use of the opt-out provision had skewed the Track 2 sample, reducing its representativeness and undermining due process.
The PLG opposed the reconsideration, highlighting an increase in filed short form complaints and accommodations made for ill plaintiffs.
On July 17, 2024, the court denied the United States’ motion for reconsideration, citing insufficient evidence to prove the reduced Track 2 pool was unrepresentative and emphasizing the ability to address non-representative trials if necessary.
Contact the Camp Lejeune Lawyers at TruLaw today for a free consultation, or use the chatbot on this page.
The deadline to file a Camp Lejeune claim is August 10th, 2024.
TruLaw is no longer accepting new clients so that we can focus on the clients we are currently serving.
July 16, 2024:
The Deadline for filing claims under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act is approaching.
A group of four federal judges overseeing the Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuits has appointed two settlement masters to expedite the claim resolution process.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act, effective since August 2022, allows individuals who lived, served, or worked at the base from the mid-1950s to late 1980s to sue for compensation due to illnesses linked to toxic water.
The appointed settlement masters will facilitate discussions between parties but lack the authority to adjudicate issues.
Currently, 1,851 lawsuits have been filed concerning Camp Lejeune’s toxic water.
In addition to lawsuits, administrative claims have surged, with over 24,000 claims filed in the past two weeks. More than 285,000 claims have been filed in total.
The latest joint status report indicates that 93 Camp Lejeune cases qualify for the government’s elective early settlement program.
Out of these, 37 cases have accepted settlement offers ranging from $100,000 to $450,000.
Contact the Camp Lejeune Lawyers at TruLaw today for a free consultation, or use the chatbot on this page.
The deadline to file a Camp Lejeune claim is August 10th, 2024.
By July 31st, 2024, TruLaw will not be accepting new clients.
Contact us today to see if you qualify to file a claim.
July 12, 2024:
The deadline for filing claims under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act is quickly approaching.
Veterans and their families exposed to toxic water at the Marine Corps base between 1953 and 1987 must submit claims by August 10 to seek compensation for related health conditions.
Camp Lejeune, located in Jacksonville, N.C., has been linked to severe health issues due to contaminated water containing cancer-causing chemicals.
The federal government has acknowledged this exposure, and the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, passed in 2022, allows affected individuals to file claims for compensation.
Key Deadline Details:
- Claim Requirements: Individuals must have been exposed to Camp Lejeune water for at least 30 days and diagnosed with a qualified health condition before the law was passed.
- Deadline: Claims must be filed with the Department of the Navy by August 10.
- Number of Claims: Over 260,000 claims have been filed, with more than $14.7 million in payouts already made outside of court.
- Future Claims: The Act does not cover future diagnoses, making the upcoming deadline critical for those currently eligible.
Many victims and advocates urge eligible individuals to act promptly to secure their right to compensation.
Contact the lawyers at TruLaw today for a free consultation, or use the chatbot on this page.
The deadline to file a Camp Lejeune claim is August 10, 2024.
Contact us today to see if you qualify to file a claim.
July 10, 2024
The federal court has transferred a dispute involving the National Academy of Sciences to the Eastern District of North Carolina (E.D.N.C.), where the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit is being handled.
The Plaintiffs’ Leadership Group (PLG) issued a subpoena to the Academy for information about a 2009 report on water contamination at Camp Lejeune.
Details of the subpoena include:
- PLG served a Rule 45 subpoena on the Academy, seeking information related to a 2009 report on water contamination at Camp Lejeune.
- The Academy produced 200,000 pages but withheld documents related to internal deliberations.
- The Academy filed a motion to quash or alter the subpoena, and PLG filed a motion to transfer this motion to the E.D.N.C.
The court decided the move to E.D.N.C. would keep the ongoing Camp Lejeune Water Contamination litigation organized, as the E.D.N.C. court is already familiar with the case details.
This transfer will not burden the Academy, as telecommunication methods and existing legal representation will facilitate the process.
The deadline to file a Camp Lejeune claim is August 10th, 2024.
Our lawyers are still accepting new clients.
Contact our Camp Lejeune Lawyers today for a free consultation, or use the chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify for a Camp Lejeune claim instantly.