Monsanto, a corporation that’s infamously known for withholding vital information regarding the toxicity of its Roundup herbicide, is in the midst of a major a class-action lawsuit.
The reason? According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Monsanto’s negligence could have put many lives at risk due to Roundup’s controversial ingredient list. In short, Monsanto’s Roundup product has been potentially linked to thousands of cancer cases across the globe.
Roundup contains an ingredient called glyphosate. In small doses, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers glyphosate a low-toxicity, Group E chemical; however, with greater and more long-term exposure, those whose occupation it is to utilize this herbicide regularly could have been exposed to greater toxic effects Roundup contains an ingredient called glyphosate. In small doses, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers glyphosate a low-toxicity, Group E chemical; however, with greater and more long-term exposure, those whose occupation it is to utilize this herbicide regularly could have been exposed to greater toxic effects of glyphosate. Research has found that the combination of ingredients found in Roundup can amplify the toxicity of glyphosate, killing healthy human cells thus causing potentially fatal illnesses.
According to Scientific American, “One specific inert ingredient (these are solvents, preservatives, surfactants and other substances that manufacturers add to pesticides), polyethoxylated tallowamine, or POEA, was more deadly to human embryonic, placental and umbilical cord cells than the herbicide itself.”
The research team also found that Roundup can cause immense harm to those who are pregnant by interfering with hormone development. The effect of this could be birth defects, miscarriage, or worse.
While glyphosate may be safe in small doses or for personal use, if individuals are exposed to it long-term (such as farmers and agricultural workers), there is research-backed evidence that it can cause immense harm to human cells. This is primarily due to the mixture of ingredients found in Roundup, which multiply the toxic effect of glyphosate.
While many studies have been done since Roundup’s introduction in 1974, most of those studies have been done by Monsanto or have focused on reasons glyphosate is safe for use rather than the toxicity of the product as a whole. More recent research focusing on Roundup’s effect on cell damage has found that Monsanto’s “golden product” is not safe for use at all. What’s worse is that public spaces, including malls, parks, town centers, and even schools use Roundup regularly to manage their landscaping.
If you have been a victim of Monsanto’s negligence, you’re not alone. In fact, as of March 27, 2019, Monsanto has been found liable for its negligence and was court-ordered to pay over $80 million in damages as a result of Edwin Hardeman’s development of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Monsanto has been making billions in profits on farmers’ and agricultural workers’ backs. They convoluted scientific data to make Roundup seem “safer than table salt.” It’s time to take action against this evil corporate entity.
Our law firm is committed to helping you recover the damages you are entitled to. Compensation can help you and your family start rebuilding your lives without the worry of ongoing medical and other expenses.
We carefully collect evidence that documents the cost of your exposure to Roundup to ensure the product’s manufacturer is held responsible for the damage its product caused. We help you recover:
As part of a multiplaintiff lawsuit, your specific damages may vary from others in the case. An individual case will likely follow the state’s personal injury filing deadline. We carefully assess your recoverable damages to ensure no valid expenses are inadvertently overlooked or omitted.
The extent of your exposure to the harmful ingredient in Roundup and the impact it has on your health will also factor into your potentially recoverable damages. We take all these factors into consideration when assigning a financial value to your case.
The time you have to recover monetary damages by filing a civil lawsuit is governed by your state’s statute of limitations. When our law firm represents you, we will explain the relevant statute, which can vary according to the outcome of your Roundup injuries.
With sufficient notice from you, we will file your case on time. Doing so ensures your right to recover damages is never in jeopardy of an expired statute of limitations. We will also make sure you understand the difference between the statute of limitations and your case’s timeline.
Cases like these can take years to reach the settlement or verdict phase. Our client care team will also make a point of providing you with timely and ongoing updates that ensure you are never left wondering about the progress of your case.
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The Parrish Law Firm takes this case against Monsanto very seriously, and we can provide the legal guidance, expertise and support you need to get the settlement you deserve from health problems due to RoundUp exposure. If you or a loved one has been exposed to Monsanto’s RoundUp product, contact us immediately here or at (571) 229 – 1800 for a free consultation.