The Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA) has been all over the news lately leaving many veterans and civilians affected by the poisonous water found in Camp Lejeune, both hopeful and confused at the same time. While the CLJA promises faster compensation to victims, the process can still feel daunting.
If you, or someone you know, served, lived, or worked at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987 and have been diagnosed with an illness, don’t let all the noise overwhelm you.
NOW is the time to file your claim.
Who is eligible to file a Camp Lejeune claim?
Any veteran, family member, or civilian employee who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune for a minimum of 30 days between August 1, 1953 and December 31,1987 is eligible to bring a claim under the CLJA.
If you had a family member who lived or worked at Lejeune but has since passed away, their estate can bring a wrongful death claim. The CLJA allows claims even when the person died years ago and even if their estate has long been closed out.
What if I previously filed a Camp Lejeune claim and was denied?
The Department of Defense recently released a report revealing that as many as one-third (or more) of water contamination cases were mishandled by the VA.
If you are a veteran who was denied VA benefits, you are now eligible to file a Camp Lejeune claim under the CLJA and get the compensation that was improperly denied the first time.
The CLJA also allows veterans who were awarded VA benefits to file Camp Lejeune claims.
For a more comprehensive look at the Camp Lejeune Justice Act and what medical conditions qualify you for compensation, please read our last month’s article HERE. (LINK TO Camp Lejeune Justice Act Brings Much Anticipated Relief to Victims of Poisoned Water).
How many claims have been filed already?
Over 5,000 CLJA claims have already been brought by victims since the new law was passed in August, and many more claims are filed every day. According to a recent Reuters article, it’s estimated that the number of claims filed could eventually reach as high as 500,000.
Tucker Disability Law can help you
Before you can file a lawsuit, there is a pre-suit claim process that must be followed.
Anyone who wants to file a lawsuit must follow specific procedures or they will be barred from ever filing suit. Contact us today to discuss your rights.
Tucker Disability Law is committed to getting our clients the highest settlement amounts allowed. We have over 30 years of experience helping veterans and have a 98% win rate against the VA.
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