Over one million veterans, civilians, and others residing or working at Camp Lejeune from 1953 to 1987 may have been exposed to dangerous water contamination. This water contamination caused various illnesses and health conditions for those who worked or lived at Camp Lejeune. Those affected by the toxic water had struggled to find any kind of compensation due to unfair legal barriers until recently. On August 10, 2022, President Biden signed the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to help those affected by Camp Lejeune's contaminated water. The Camp Lejeune Justice Act is a part of the Honoring Our PACT Act. The lawyers at Lewis & Roberts in Raleigh, NC are knowledgable in the Camp Lejeune Justice Act and are always open to help those who want to learn more.

Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022

The Honoring Our PACT Act was signed by President Biden in August 2022. This legislation will provide more VA services to veterans who were exposed to toxic substances while serving. The bill increases the length of time post-9/11 combat veterans have to enroll in VA health care from five to ten years after they leave the military. This also means more veterans will be able to enroll in VA health care, even if they don't have a service-connected disability.

Camp Lejeune Justice Act

This act provides medical benefits and aid to individuals affected by the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, as well as setting up a financial account for detoxification purposes. Finally, those affected because of the contaminated groundwater will have their chance in court to potentially receive compensation. The Camp Lejeune Justice Act provides a cause of action to an individual, including a veteran, or that person's estate, who resided, worked, or was otherwise exposed (including in utero exposure) to water at Camp Lejeune that was supplied by or on behalf of the United States. This legislation hopes to bring justice to those affected by the toxic water at Camp Lejeune. If you would like to learn more about the Camp Lejeune Justice Act please reach out to our Raleigh, NC based lawyers.

Who Is Eligible?

Those who worked or lived at Camp Lejeune (including in utero exposure) as well as the estate of someone who worked or lived there may be eligible for compensation from the Camp Lejeune Justice Act. The individual must have been exposed for 30 days or more during the period beginning on August 1, 1953, and ending on December 31, 1987.

Next Steps

If you or a loved one were affected by the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune and would like to see if you qualify for compensation through the Camp Lejeune Justice Act please reach out to the lawyers at Lewis & Roberts. Our lawyers in Raleigh, NC have years of experience representing those affected in environmental cases, groundwater contamination cases, and similar civil actions.