The herbicide and active ingredient in the weed killer Roundup®, called glyphosate, has been classified as a probable carcinogen by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Those heavily exposed are filing Roundup lawsuits against Monsanto, the maker of the weed killer, claiming that exposure to glyphosate caused them to develop cancer, particularly non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
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Popular Weed Killer Roundup May Cause Cancer
An active ingredient in Roundup called glyphosate may cause cancer. Exposure to this dangerous chemical has been linked to significantly increased risks of developing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a type of lymphatic cancer.
If you were regularly exposed to Roundup and later diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma or another type of cancer, you may be eligible to pursue compensation through a Roundup lawsuit. Contact us today to learn more.
Who Can File a Roundup Lawsuit?
Anyone may be able to file a Roundup lawsuit if they used the product and believe they developed cancer from using it.
The following people can possibly file a Roundup lawsuit:
- Victims: Those who developed Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma or another cancer believed to have been caused by Roundup might be able to take legal action against Monsanto and its parent company Bayer.
- Family Members: If a loved one has died due to Roundup-related cancer, their immediate family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. These lawsuits claim that the use of Roundup led to the victim’s death.
- Estate Managers: Anyone managing a Roundup cancer victim’s estate may be able to file a Roundup lawsuit. Estate managers can be a family member, a close friend, or a legal representative.
Sokolove Law can assist in filing a Roundup lawsuit, be it the victim themself, a family member, or an estate manager.
How to File a Roundup Lawsuit
To file a Roundup lawsuit, victims need to contact an experienced lawyer. Without help from reputable Roundup law firms, it can be almost impossible to take legal action.
Filing a Roundup lawsuit consists of the following steps:
- Gathering Details: A legal team will gather preliminary details of the victim’s Roundup exposure and medical history. With permission, Sokolove Law can also recover records on a victim’s behalf.
- Build Support: The team will secure additional evidence, including your work history and medical records. Further, the legal team will conduct research to see if it has already represented someone affected in a similar manner.
- File a Claim: Once the team has gathered all the evidence it needs linking a victim’s illness to Roundup and glyphosate, the lawsuit will be filed in the appropriate court system for the case.
Each step in this process requires a skilled legal team to prevent errors in filing the lawsuit. Sokolove Law works with lawyers who have decades of experience helping those injured by major corporations, and they can make sure your Roundup lawsuit is correctly filed in a timely manner.
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What Is Roundup?
Roundup weed killer is a glyphosate-containing herbicide manufactured by Monsanto, which Bayer AG acquired in 2018.
Since the introduction of Monsanto’s “Roundup Ready” crops in the 1990s, the use of agricultural-grade Roundup has increased exponentially. In 2012 alone, over 283 million pounds of glyphosate were sprayed on crops across the U.S., including corn, soybeans, and sugar beets, among others.
Today, glyphosate is the most widely used weed killer in the U.S. In fact, roughly half of Monsanto’s yearly revenue comes from their Roundup line of products, but the profitable herbicide comes with a dangerous price.
Roundup Ingredient Glyphosate May Cause Cancer
The active ingredient in Roundup, glyphosate, was classified as “probably carcinogenic to humans” by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
Though the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has determined that glyphosate is safe to use, other government agencies are investigating this controversial chemical. For example, the National Toxicology Program (NTP) is currently investigating whether glyphosate can cause cancer.
Glyphosate Linked to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
The active ingredient in Roundup, glyphosate, was first classified as “probably carcinogenic to humans” in 2015 by the IARC, the cancer research arm of the WHO.
The report states:
“Two large case-control studies of NHL [non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma] from Canada and the USA, and two case-control studies from Sweden reported statistically significant increased risks of NHL in association with exposure to glyphosate.”
Despite the IARC report, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has stated that glyphosate is safe to use. However, other government agencies are investigating this controversial chemical. For example, the National Toxicology Program (NTP) is currently performing studies regarding glyphosate’s potential link to cancer.
Effective 2023: Glyphosate No Longer Available for Residential Use
In July 2021, Bayer announced that the company intends to remove glyphosate from the residential lawn and garden marketplace in the United States, effective January 2023. The company reached this decision because over 90% of the Roundup lawsuits Bayer has faced over the last few years come from the U.S. residential lawn and garden market.
Professional and agricultural users like farmers and retailers, however, will continue to be able to purchase glyphosate for weed control.
Roundup Injuries & Side Effects
The three major Roundup lawsuits so far (August 2018, March 2019, and May 2019) have one major commonality: Each plaintiff suffers from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma after using Roundup.
Roundup and the Risk of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Initial findings from the WHO found that Roundup’s main chemical component, glyphosate, was specifically linked to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. These findings were first published in 2015.
Furthermore, a 2019 study conducted by a group of scientists from UC Berkeley, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, and the University of Washington found a “compelling link” between the chemicals (glyphosate) used in Roundup and an increased risk of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
What Is Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma?
Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a type of cancer of the lymphatic system that forms when your body creates too many abnormal white blood cells.
According to the American Cancer Society, the overall 5-year relative survival rate for those with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is approximately 72%, although individual prognoses will depend on the specifics of a particular person’s case.
A few of the common symptoms of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma include:
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Pain in the chest or abdomen
- Fatigue
- Fever
Those who use Roundup weed killer or have used it in the past are encouraged to speak with their doctor, especially if they display any abnormal symptoms related to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma or other conditions.
Learn More About Your Options
If you or a loved one were diagnosed with cancer after regularly using Roundup, an experienced lawyer with Sokolove Law can help you understand your legal options.
Who Is at Risk of Developing Roundup-Related Cancer?
Anyone regularly exposed to Roundup or other similar herbicides may be at risk of cancer today.
Those at risk of developing Roundup-related cancers may include:
- Avid gardeners
- Farmworkers
- Garden center and nursery workers
- Groundskeepers
- Horticulturists
- Landscapers
Older people may also have a greater risk of Roundup-related cancer. Most (but not all) cases of lymphoma occur in those aged 60 or older, according to the American Cancer Society.
Roundup Usage Data and Statistics
- According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Roundup is the most commonly used herbicide in the country.
- A 2016 Newsweek report stated that glyphosate was the most widely used chemical for agriculture in human history.
- 26 million pounds of Roundup are sprayed in public areas such as playgrounds, gardens, and school lawns every year, according to a 2016 study.
- The same study found that 66% of all glyphosate usage in the U.S. occurred from 2006-2016.
Roundup Class Action Lawsuits vs. Individual Lawsuits
Most Roundup lawsuits filed to date have been individual lawsuits, but several class-action lawsuits against the company are also pending.
Class-action lawsuits are significantly different from individual personal injury lawsuits. Through a class-action lawsuit, one person represents a whole group of people that are also affected by the same problem.
If the representative wins, everybody else in the class-action will also receive compensation.
Monsanto Roundup Lawsuit Payout News
- June 2020: Bayer agreed to pay over $10 Billion in settlements for thousands of Roundup lawsuits and set aside $1.25 Billion of this total for future Roundup cancer victims, an amount the company later increased to $2 Billion. The judge, however, said this amount was still too low, given the potential number of current and future claimants.
- May 2019: A California jury delivered a $2 Billion verdict in favor of a couple who claimed that Roundup caused their Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
- March 2019: A California man was awarded $80 Million in a trial verdict over his claim that Roundup caused his non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
- August 2018: A groundsman diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma was awarded $289 Million in a landmark trial. His verdict was finalized at $78 Million.
Those who believe they developed cancer from using Roundup have filed lawsuits against Monsanto and Bayer. Monsanto chemists created glyphosate and used it to develop Roundup, and Bayer purchased Monsanto in 2018.
Roundup lawsuits name Monsanto and Bayer as defendants (those being sued), while the victims become plaintiffs (those suing). When Monsanto Roundup lawsuits are filed, the goal is to seek compensation for the plaintiff and bring the defendants to justice.
June 2020 Roundup Settlements
On June 24, 2020, Bayer agreed to pay over $10 Billion to settle thousands of Roundup cancer lawsuits across the country.
Out of this total amount, $1.25 Billion will be set aside for those who may develop cancer in the future as a result of Roundup exposure.
Though Bayer later increased this figure to $2 Billion, the judge still felt the amount wasn’t high enough, considering the potential number of current and future claimants, leaving this figure still up in the air for now.
If you or someone you love developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma as a result of exposure to Roundup, compensation may be available. Learn more about your options today.
May 2019 Roundup Verdict
The May 2019 verdict, involving a couple who was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, was the third consecutive verdict against Monsanto’s Roundup. The couple was awarded an unprecedented $2 Billion in compensatory and punitive damages.
The California jury decided:
- Roundup was defective
- Bayer’s Monsanto failed to warn consumers of the risk of cancer
- The company was negligent
While Bayer remarked on their intent to appeal the jury decision, this trial may have set the tone for the thousands of additional Roundup lawsuits the company faces.
In other words, this trial made it clear that consumers will not stand for corporate negligence — a stance that jurors will, hopefully, carry into upcoming trials.
What Compensation Can I Recover in a Roundup Lawsuit?
Roundup compensation is based on the specifics of your case and may be awarded if a lawsuit concludes in your favor.
Some Roundup lawsuits have awarded hundreds of millions — or even billions — in compensation to victims through trial verdicts. However, it is likely that many Roundup lawsuits will be settled out of court.
Roundup Lawsuit Settlements
A Roundup lawsuit settlement allows both parties in a lawsuit to come to an agreement without taking the case to trial. In Monsanto Roundup settlements, the plaintiff may accept a payout from the defendants (Monsanto and/or Bayer).
Roundup Lawsuit Lawyers
If you want to file a Roundup cancer lawsuit, you should work with an experienced lawyer. With help from a Roundup attorney, cancer victims may be able to receive financial compensation and justice from Monsanto and Bayer.
Roundup lawyers are crucial to a successful lawsuit. They help victims gather evidence, properly file the lawsuit, and represent the victim’s best interests if the case has to go to trial.
Sokolove Law works with experienced personal injury lawyers who have helped victims of corporate greed for decades. Our legal team may be able to represent you and help you pursue compensation if you developed cancer from using Roundup. Get a free case review to see if you have a case today.
Roundup Lawsuit Statute of Limitations
Every state has laws known as statutes of limitations, which prevent people from filing lawsuits after a certain amount of time. Therefore, it is important to seek legal help from Sokolove Law before it’s too late.
Statutes of limitations vary by each state and by whether you are filing a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. You will never be able to file a Roundup lawsuit after the statute of limitations has passed in your case.
Contact Sokolove Law, a trusted Roundup law firm, immediately to learn about statutes of limitations in your case. The lawyers we work with understand statutes of limitations and may be able to help you file before the deadline passes.
Get Help from Sokolove Law Roundup Attorneys
Sokolove Law is currently investigating cases involving Roundup and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. If you or someone you love developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma after frequent exposure to Roundup, you could be entitled to compensation.
To learn more, contact Sokolove Law today. Our team is standing by to assist you.
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Roundup Cancer Lawsuit Settlements FAQs
Why are people suing Monsanto?
People are suing Monsanto because they used Roundup — one of the company’s flagship products — and later developed cancer. These victims believe that exposure to Roundup was the cause of their illnesses.
Through Roundup lawsuits, victims hope to receive compensation for their illnesses. In some cases, the victims have been diagnosed with terminal cancer and wish to protect their family’s future. Others want to hold Monsanto accountable for putting anyone who bought its products at risk.
Though Monsanto denies that glyphosate is dangerous, both the corporation and consumers cannot ignore the trials they have lost in favor of the plaintiffs.
What are the “Monsanto Papers”?
The Monsanto papers are company documents and records that were made public as part of recent Roundup lawsuits. These internal documents revealed a web of deceit surrounding Monsanto’s use of “scientific” knowledge to assert Roundup was safe.
The documents revealed that Monsanto:
- Ghostwrote articles claiming its products were safe for publication in toxicology journals and other forms of media
- Established a supposedly independent academic website to discredit allegations against the company
- Tried to build a network of scientists who would work “directly or indirectly/behind the scenes” to promote the safety of glyphosate as far back as 1999.
Monsanto continues to deny that Roundup causes cancer to this day, although the controversy has only been stoked by the release of these papers.
Will Roundup become banned?
It is not known whether or not Roundup will become banned in the U.S. In late January 2020, the EPA claimed that Roundup’s main ingredient glyphosate does not cause cancer, despite the IARC refuting this claim in 2018.
Until the EPA reverses its stance, Roundup will likely not be banned, even as lawsuits continue to show the dangers of this chemical.
With that being said, Bayer announced in July 2021 that the company will remove glyphosate from the residential lawn and garden marketplace by January 2023. However, the dangerous product will still be available for commercial use.
How many Roundup lawsuits have been filed to date?
Monsanto currently faces Roundup lawsuits from over 42,700 plaintiffs as of February 2020, according to a recent Reuter’s report. All of these lawsuits claim that Roundup causes non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Has anyone won a lawsuit against Roundup?
While juries have awarded victims of Roundup-related cancer with multi-million-dollar payouts, Bayer has vowed to appeal all verdicts against it. Until these cases have reached a final decision, the victims will not receive any money.
As of 2020, the first Roundup verdict to award a victim was still undergoing the appeals process, according to a Reuter's report.
If I file a Roundup lawsuit, will I join a class-action suit?
Not necessarily. As of 2020, almost all the Roundup lawsuits that have awarded multi-million verdicts to victims have been personal injury lawsuits.
An experienced lawyer can help you determine if you can join a Roundup class-action lawsuit and if you should. You may be able to earn more money from Roundup lawsuit settlements or trial verdicts than from a class-action lawsuit, depending on the specifics of your case.
How much will it cost to hire a Roundup lawyer?
It can cost different amounts to hire a Roundup lawyer, depending on which one you choose. However, you will not be charged any upfront fees when you work with Sokolove Law.
Our partner lawyers only take a small percentage of an overall verdict or settlement if the case is successful. You will not get charged unless you win your case.
Why should I file a lawsuit against Monsanto?
You have almost nothing to lose — and everything to gain — from filing a Roundup lawsuit against Monsanto.
Through a Roundup lawsuit, you may:
- Hold Monsanto and Bayer accountable for poisoning you
- Shine a light for other victims and encourage them to take action
- Receive financial compensation
You never deserved to develop cancer from a product that was marketed as safe. With a Roundup weed killer lawsuit, you can seek justice from Monsanto and Bayer for the illnesses they may have caused. See if you have a case today.
Does Roundup cause cancer?
Research from the World Health Organization (WHO) and other studies from universities across the country have shown that some chemicals used in Roundup may increase the risk of cancer.
What chemical in Roundup causes cancer?
Glyphosate is the active ingredient in Roundup that may cause cancer in humans, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer.
Is glyphosate a carcinogen?
According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, glyphosate "is probably carcinogenic to humans." Additional studies have linked glyphosate to a significantly increased risk of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL). If you or a loved one were diagnosed with NHL or another type of cancer after regularly using Roundup, contact Sokolove Law today. You may be entitled to compensation.
Does Roundup cause non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma?
Roundup may cause a type of cancer called non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Several studies have found significant links between Roundup's active ingredient glyphosate and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL), a type of lymphatic cancer. If you were diagnosed with NHL after using Roundup, you may be able to pursue compensation. Get a free case review today to learn more.
Does Roundup still contain glyphosate?
In May 2021, Bayer released a five point plan stating that products containing glyphosate — the active ingredient in Roundup linked to cancer — would be removed from the U.S. residential L&G market in early 2023.
However, as of February 2023, glyphosate is still used in agricultural and professional products.
