MDL UpdateOct 01, 2024
MDL 3060 Grows to Over 8,000 Cases
The number of lawsuits filed in the federal Multi-District Litigation in Illinois continues to surge as more women become aware of the NIH study findings.
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A major NIH study found that frequent use of hair relaxers can double the risk of uterine cancer. L'Oreal, Revlon, and other manufacturers are facing federal lawsuits.
*According to NIH "Sister Study" data.
For decades, chemical hair relaxers like Dark & Lovely, ORS Olive Oil, and Motions were marketed as safe. However, these products contain Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs), such as phthalates and parabens, which interfere with the body's hormonal system.
In October 2022, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) released the results of the "Sister Study," which tracked nearly 34,000 women for over a decade. The study concluded that women who used chemical straighteners frequently (more than 4 times a year) were twice as likely to develop Uterine Cancer.
The primary injury linked by the NIH study.
Hormonal disruption linked to tumors.
Type of uterine cancer starting in the lining.
In cases requiring surgical intervention (Myomectomy/Hysterectomy).
Note: This litigation does not typically cover breast cancer at this time, though research is ongoing.
While no settlements have been finalized, legal experts estimate potential payout ranges based on injury severity and age.
Uterine Fibroids requiring surgery (Hysterectomy) but no cancer diagnosis.
Uterine or Endometrial Cancer diagnosed at Stage 1 or 2 with successful treatment.
Advanced Stage 3 or 4 Cancer, loss of reproductive ability in younger women, or wrongful death.
Updates on MDL 3060 and key court rulings.
MDL UpdateThe number of lawsuits filed in the federal Multi-District Litigation in Illinois continues to surge as more women become aware of the NIH study findings.
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ScienceA deep dive into phthalates and parabens: how these "hormone mimics" are absorbed through the scalp and increase cancer risk.
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InvestigationIs your product on the list? We review the specific brands implicated in the lawsuits, including Dark & Lovely, ORS, Motions, and Just For Me.
Read Article →If you used chemical straighteners and were diagnosed with Uterine or Ovarian cancer, we can help you join the fight.
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