There has been a significant jump in the number of lawsuits against Bayer AG, the company that bought Monsanto, the original maker of Roundup. As more evidence grows about the link between Roundup causing non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Bayer has lost three verdicts that awarded as much as $2 billion to plaintiffs diagnosed with cancer.

A Roundup non-Hodgkin lymphoma settlement may provide various amounts for individuals and families.

Roundup Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Settlements in the Millions

A federal court judge ordered Bayer to pursue mediation in the more than 11,000 lawsuits against the company. Bayer lost three trials in which juries awarded significant compensatory damages to the plaintiffs.

Recent Roundup Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Settlements for Individuals and Families:

• 2 billion in punitive damages and $55 million for pain and suffering and medical expenses to a married couple who used Roundup for 30 years for residential landscaping. Alva and Alberta Pilliod were both diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2011 and 2015, respectively.
• 78.5 million in damages to a former school groundskeeper who used a more concentrated commercial grade of Roundup for several years. Dewayne Johnson was diagnosed with terminal non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2014.
• 80 million in damages to a California man who used Roundup on his property for 25 years. Edwin Hardeman was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2015.

Legal Battles for Roundup Could Result in More Settlements

Bayer AG may choose to settle with future plaintiffs who claim that their non-Hodgkin lymphoma was caused by regular use of Roundup. Several factors can influence how much a Roundup non-Hodgkin lymphoma settlement will provide for individuals and families, such as:

• When the plaintiff was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• Evidence that the plaintiff was regularly exposed or used Roundup
• Statute of limitations for the state in which damages are sought
• If the plaintiff had previously been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma or similar cancer prior to using Roundup

If you or a loved one were exposed to Roundup and have been recently diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, you might be eligible to seek damages. It is possible that you could receive a settlement.

Typical Damages in a Settlement

There are several kinds of damages in most civil lawsuits such as the Roundup cases: punitive, special, and general. Most of the time, lawyers will seek compensatory damages that include special and general damages.

Special Damages

Special damages are specific expenses and losses, such as:

• Ambulance and emergency care
• Hospital stays
• Chemotherapy, radiation, and other medical treatments
• Lost pay from work
• Lifecare costs

General Damages

General damages are less tangible yet equally important, and include:

• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Loss of consortium, companionship, protection, or support
• Disability
• Disfigurement
• Reduced quality of life

Punitive Damages

Punitive damages are typically not part of civil lawsuits and are reserved for the most grievous offenses. Juries can award punitive damages to communicate to the defendant that their action is unacceptable.  Roundup is viewed by many as being the type of case that warrants punitive damages, as evidenced by one jury awarding more than $2 billion.

Roundup and the Link to Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

Although Bayer AG and Monsanto dispute the link between Roundup and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, there is more evidence than ever that the herbicide poses a serious health threat. In 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued a public health warning that the key ingredient in Roundup is a carcinogen. This ingredient, called glyphosate, was also scrutinized by researchers at the University of Washington.

University of Washington's Terrifying Conclusion About Roundup

According to the University of Washington research, people who are exposed to Roundup have a 41 percent greater risk of getting cancer than people who are not exposed to the herbicide. Specifically, Roundup has been linked to a greater risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and leukemia.

All the plaintiffs in the Roundup verdicts were diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Although the cancer can go into remission, there is no cure. If the patient does not receive an early diagnosis, the outlook is grim. According to the National Cancer Institute, an estimated 74,200 new cases of non-Hodgkin lymphoma will be diagnosed in 2019. Approximately 19,970 people will pass away from the disease in this time.

How Much a Roundup Non-Hodgkin Settlement Provides Can Vary

There is no guarantee that you will recover damages or receive a settlement for Roundup non-Hodgkin lymphoma. However, the law firm of Tosi Law LLP can tell you if you qualify to seek compensatory damages for medical bills and other losses.

If you or a loved one extensively used or was exposed to Roundup at home or work, and you were recently diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, you could qualify for compensation. Please click here for more information. You may also call the law firm of Tosi Law LLP at 888-311-8292 for a free, no-obligation consultation.

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