Parkinson’s Disease Sufferers Filing Lawsuits For Their Paraquat Injuries
Compensation may be available for those who were exposed to paraquat and contracted Parkinson’s disease. If you suffer from Parkinson’s disease, placing a lawsuit against the company can cover your medical expenses and other losses.
Getting Help After Suffering Injuries Due to Paraquat
The Diaz Law Firm can help you obtain the compensation you deserve by calling us at (800) 459-2222. Clients from across the country are represented by The Diaz Law Firm because they know we have the legal acumen and tenacity to successfully resolve their cases. Because we work on a contingency basis, you owe us nothing unless your case is won.
Paraquat Banned in Many Countries
Worldwide, many countries have placed a ban on paraquat, which is a toxic weed killer so deadly that ingesting just a sip can kill you, according to The New York Times. Surprisingly enough, the use of paraquat in the United States is rising and doubled in 10 years. This massive increase has exposed many farm workers and rural residents to the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. Research on the subject has been printed in many reputable journals that show the link between paraquat and Parkinson’s disease such as JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) Neurology.
Paraquat Herbicide: What Is It?
In addition to being a fast-acting herbicide, paraquat is also non-selective. Some of the manufacturers that produce this toxic herbicide include Syngenta, Innvictis Crop Care LLC, Helm Agro and Drexel Chemical Company. Trade names that use paraquat include:
- Parazone
- Para-SHOT
- Gramoxone SL 2.0 Herbicide
- Ortho-Paraquat
- Devour
- Helmquat
- Quick-Quat
- Blanco
- Helmquat
- Firestorm
Syngenta, Growmark and Chevron USA have all been sued so far for injuries caused by paraquat.
Parkinson’s Disease Causes a Brain Disorder
The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease include uncontrolled movements, stiffness, shaking and difficulty with coordination and balance. Symptoms may begin when the basal ganglia nerve cells are affected or die. The symptoms often come on slowly and gradually worsen. With time, those who suffer from this disease may develop problems talking or walking. According to the National Institute on Aging, other symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease include the following:
- Depression
- Behavioral changes
- Mental changes
- Fatigue
- Memory problems
- Trouble sleeping
- Irregular blood pressure
- Slowed movement of food through the digestive tract
A bellwether trial involving six plaintiffs was scheduled for July 2022. In a bellwether trial, a small number of representative defendants are chosen to proceed with the case. During this procedure, attorneys for both sides of the MDL can try out their arguments and establish guidelines for future trials. It is not yet known when the trial will take place, but it is expected to occur by 2023 at the latest.
Diaz Law Firm: Paraquat Lawsuit Attorneys
The Diaz Law Firm would like to hear from you if you or a loved one was harmed by Paraquat and have developed Parkinson’s disease. We work hard to obtain the compensation you deserve. Call us at (800) 459-2222 for a free consultation where we can review your case, answer questions and let you know how to recover damages.