{"id":14030,"date":"2022-10-18T16:21:39","date_gmt":"2022-10-18T20:21:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/18fbf770e8.nxcli.io\/?p=14030"},"modified":"2022-10-26T15:28:17","modified_gmt":"2022-10-26T19:28:17","slug":"camp-lejeune-water-contamination-what-you-need-to-know-about-claim-eligibility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/en\/article\/camp-lejeune-water-contamination-what-you-need-to-know-about-claim-eligibility\/","title":{"rendered":"Camp Lejeune Water Contamination: What You Need to Know About Claim Eligibility"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you or a loved one has been affected by the Camp Lejeune water contamination, you\u2019ll want to ensure you understand your legal rights and options. Thousands of people have been affected by this hazardous contamination, and many are eligible to file a Camp Lejeune lawsuit to seek compensation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/bigstock-The-Reservoir-Is-Contaminated-442714973-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Camp Lejeune Water Contamination: What You Need to Know About Claim Eligibility\" class=\"wp-image-14085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/bigstock-The-Reservoir-Is-Contaminated-442714973-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/bigstock-The-Reservoir-Is-Contaminated-442714973-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/bigstock-The-Reservoir-Is-Contaminated-442714973-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/bigstock-The-Reservoir-Is-Contaminated-442714973-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/bigstock-The-Reservoir-Is-Contaminated-442714973-2048x1364.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog post, we\u2019ll cover the basics of navigating a Camp Lejeune lawsuit to ensure that your claim can be successful. We\u2019ll answer the question &#8220;who is eligible to file a claim?&#8221; and provide instructions on how to file a claim. We\u2019ll also discuss the different types of cases that can be filed and provide information on how the process functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Was the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination?<strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Camp Lejeune water contamination occurred over a period of many years, from 1953 to 1987. The water at the camp was contaminated with a number of chemicals, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/niosh\/topics\/trichloroethylene\/default.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trichloroethylene<\/a> (TCE), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atsdr.cdc.gov\/sites\/toxzine\/tetrachloroethylene_toxzine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tetrachloroethylene<\/a> (PCE), and <a href=\"https:\/\/emergency.cdc.gov\/agent\/benzene\/basics\/facts.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">benzene<\/a>. These chemicals are known to cause many serious health problems, including cancer, liver damage, and kidney damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do You need to Know About Camp Lejeune Claim Eligibility?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or someone you know has experienced negative health effects caused by the Camp Lejeune water contamination, you may be eligible to file a claim for compensation. In order to initiate a Camp Lejeune lawsuit, you must be able to show that you were exposed to the contaminated water and that you have suffered an injury as a result of that exposure. The process of filing a claim can be complex, but there are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/\">experienced attorneys<\/a> who can help you through the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is Eligible to File a Claim?<strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you served in the military at Camp Lejeune, worked on base, or lived on base and drank the water you may be eligible to file a claim. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/\">Reach out to an attorney<\/a> for an evaluation to see if your situation qualifies for a Camp Lejeune lawsuit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to File?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you believe you\u2019re eligible to file a claim, the first step is to contact an experienced attorney who specializes in these types of cases. The law firm will review your case and help you determine the best course of action. Once you\u2019ve decided to file a claim, they\u2019ll help you gather the necessary evidence and documentation to support your claim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Type of Case is it?<strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Camp Lejeune lawsuits can be complex, but they\u2019re typically classified as personal injury cases. To win your case, you&#8217;ll need to provide documentation for your legal team to review. Essentially, the evidence must indicate that the camp was negligent in allowing the water to become contaminated and that this negligence resulted in your injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Begin a Claim with Napoli Shkolnik Today<strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been involved with or affected by the water contamination, act now by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.napolilaw.lemonadestand.org\/free-case-evaluation\/\">contacting Napoli Shkolnik today<\/a> to see if you\u2019re eligible to get a claim started. We have experienced attorneys who can help you through the process of filing a claim. We\u2019ll conduct a free evaluation and review your case to help you determine the best course of action.<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you or a loved one has been affected by the Camp Lejeune water contamination, you\u2019ll want to ensure you understand your legal rights and options. 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