MISSISSIPPI PARAQUAT LAWSUIT ATTORNEYS
Where you exposed to Paraquat?
What is Paraquat
Paraquat is a dangerous herbicide used by farmers, agricultural workers, and landscape maintenance crews for decades. If you’ve been exposed to Paraquat and developed Parkinson’s disease, you may have a claim. It would be extremely important to speak to an experienced Paraquat Lawsuit Attorney such as an attorney with the Diaz Law Firm. Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Paraquat is a toxic chemical that was produced as an herbicide for commercial purposes in the early 1960s. In the U.S., Paraquat is available for use only by commercially licensed users due to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency classifying it for “restricted use.”
Exposure to Paraquat
A person can be exposed to Paraquat through inhaling or ingesting the chemical. Additionally, Paraquat poisoning can be possible through skin exposure. The chemical can cause damage to the lining of the mouth, stomach, or intestines, and damage to the lungs, liver, and kidneys.
Connection to Parkinson’s Disease
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Toxicology Program cites to studies reporting environmental exposure that may be associated with Parkinson’s disease and lists Paraquat as “a chemical of interest for further review.” The number of lawsuits against manufacturers of Paraquat are growing as more studies release information linking Paraquat and Parkinson’s, and the studies indicate that Paraquat’s manufacturer knew about these dangers.
Per the National Institute of Health, Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that can cause physical, mental, and behavioral changes.
Paraquat Symptoms
- Shaking or trembling in hands, arms, legs, jaw, or head
- Difficulty walking and talking due to stiffness
- Issues with memory
- Issues with balance and coordination, sometimes leading to falls
Paraquat Lawsuit Attorneys
If you or a loved one have been significantly exposed to paraquat and have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, it is extremely important that you speak with an experienced Paraquat Lawsuit Attorney, please contact the Diaz Law Firm and speak to an attorney today. You can reach us online or by calling our toll-free number at 1-800-459-2222.
The Diaz Law Firm is a national firm that represents clients across the United States.
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