Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit in Pennsylvania - Free Case Review

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Statute of Limitations

CLJA administrative claims closed August 10, 2024. All CLJA suits filed in Eastern District of North Carolina. Pennsylvania VA Regional Offices in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh handle veteran disability claims, which remain open.

CLJA admin claims closed August 10, 2024 — VA disability claims remain open

Filing Venue

Where to File in Pennsylvania

Jurisdiction — All Claims Filed in E.D. North Carolina: CLJA civil claims must be filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Wilmington Division, presided over by Judge Louise Flanagan. Pennsylvania federal and state courts do not have jurisdiction. Pennsylvania attorneys handling CLJA cases litigate in E.D.N.C.

Filing Deadline — Window Has Closed, Discovery Rule May Still Apply: The CLJA created a two-year window from August 10, 2022 through August 10, 2024. That window is now closed. Claimants with late-developing diagnoses or who only recently connected their illness to Camp Lejeune exposure should consult a CLJA attorney immediately to evaluate discovery rule arguments, which remain unsettled.

VA Disability Claims Are Separate and Remain Open: VA claims for Camp Lejeune-linked presumptive conditions are processed through Pennsylvania's VA regional offices in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh and carry no equivalent civil deadline. Pennsylvania veterans and affected family members can pursue VA disability benefits regardless of whether they filed a CLJA civil claim.

Pennsylvania Veteran Population and Exposure History: Pennsylvania has approximately 750,000 veterans. Pennsylvania veterans with Marine Corps service histories frequently rotated through Camp Lejeune for training and operational assignments. The Pittsburgh and Philadelphia VA medical centers manage a material volume of Camp Lejeune-linked cancer and neurological cases. TCE, PCE, benzene, and vinyl chloride contaminated the Camp Lejeune water supply from 1953 to 1987, producing elevated risks of NHL, leukemia, bladder and kidney cancer, and Parkinson's disease among those exposed.

Pennsylvania Data

Exposure in Pennsylvania

Source: U.S. Census Bureau / VA 2024

Source: Navy JAG / plaintiffs' counsel estimates

Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Pennsylvania

Philadelphia VA Medical Center

Penn Medicine Abramson Cancer Center

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Camp Lejeune litigation about?

The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022, enacted as part of the PACT Act, allows people who lived or worked at U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between 1953 and 1987 and were exposed to contaminated drinking water to bring claims for certain qualifying health conditions. Claims are first filed with the U.S. Navy and, if not resolved, may proceed in federal court.

Do I qualify for a Camp Lejeune lawsuit?

Whether someone may qualify for a Camp Lejeune claim generally depends on factors such as the diagnosis or injury, the history of using or being exposed to the product, and when the condition was diagnosed. The clearest way to find out is a confidential case review. People's Justice is not a law firm; we connect people with attorneys who can evaluate their individual situation.

Is there a deadline to file a Camp Lejeune claim?

Yes. Each state sets a statute of limitations — a legal deadline for filing — and the time limit varies by state and can depend on when you discovered your injury. Because these deadlines can be strict and missing one may permanently bar a claim, it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.

How much does it cost to pursue a Camp Lejeune claim?

Many attorneys who handle Camp Lejeune claims work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning their fee is typically a percentage of any recovery rather than an upfront payment; the specific terms are set in the agreement between the client and the attorney. A confidential case review can explain how this would work for an individual situation. People's Justice is not a law firm.

What kinds of compensation can a Camp Lejeune claim seek?

Compensation in injury and product-liability claims can include categories such as medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Whether any compensation is available, and how much, depends entirely on the specific facts of each case, and no outcome can be promised. An attorney can explain what may apply to your situation during a free review.

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