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Gardeners, farmers, and other agricultural workers exposed to Roundup, the most popular weed killer used across the globe, may face serious health risks due to the alleged carcinogenic nature of the product. Each year more than 250 million pounds of Roundup are used on crops, fields, gardens, and other agricultural areas prone to weeds or damaging pests. As effective as the product may be, the main ingredient, glyphosate, has recently been identified my multiple health organizations as a possible carcinogen, or cancer-causing agent.
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We represent clients who have been injured by defective or dangerous products, holding manufacturers, designers, and distributors accountable for their negligence. Our team works to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages caused by unsafe products.
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Health Risks Linked to Glyphosate Exposure
- Increased Cancer Risk: Regular exposure to Roundup has been associated with blood cancers like leukemia, B-cell lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
- Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Risk: A study from the International Journal of Cancer found that frequent glyphosate exposure doubles the likelihood of developing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
- Routes of Exposure: Glyphosate exposure can occur through inhalation, physical contact, or consuming foods treated with the herbicide.
- High-Risk Groups: Individuals regularly exposed to Roundup, particularly in occupational settings, face the highest risk of adverse health effects.
Roundup is manufactured by Monsanto and sold as an herbicide for home and professional use. After workers and gardeners regularly exposed to Roundup began reporting illnesses, the World Health Organization investigated and potential risks associated with the product. In 2015, glyphosate was declared a probable carcinogen. In response to this news, Monsanto conducted their own study, which concluded that glyphosate was perfectly safe to use. However, an extensive investigation led the courts to discover the data Monsanto compiled had been falsified.
Legal Action Against Monsanto
Our firm is currently taking lawsuits against Monsanto for their negligent behavior regarding the popular weed killer, Roundup. Based on the findings of previous lawsuits, Monsanto has been aware of the health risks associated with Roundup for more than 30 years but has continually failed to notify users or to produce adequate warning labels. Numerous agricultural workers have filed claims against Monsanto for failing to exhibit care while creating the product and neglecting to adequately test it for dangerous side effects.
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If you or a loved one developed a blood cancer, including non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, after exposure to Roundup, you may have a personal injury claim. Our defective product lawyers are passionate about advocating for the rights of the injured, and we want to help you seek the compensation and justice you deserve.
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