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Farmers and licensed applicators exposed to Gramoxone (Paraquat) face a 250% higher risk of developing Parkinson's. Syngenta and Chevron may be liable for failure to warn.
*Still legal in the US for licensed use.
Paraquat Dichloride (sold as Gramoxone) is a powerful herbicide used widely in US agriculture to control weeds and desiccate crops like cotton and soy.
Scientific studies have shown that Paraquat creates oxidative stress that kills dopamine-producing neurons in the brain—the exact mechanism that causes Parkinson's Disease. Despite being banned in the EU, China, and Brazil, manufacturers Syngenta and Chevron continued to sell it in the US while allegedly downplaying these neurological risks.
Shaking in hands, arms, legs, jaw, or head.
Slowness of movement or freezing.
Stiffness of the limbs and trunk.
Postural instability and coordination issues.
Note: There is no cure for Parkinson's. Compensation can cover lifetime care costs, which often exceed $500,000.
Due to the progressive and debilitating nature of Parkinson's Disease, settlement values for Paraquat cases are projected to be significant.
Cases with less direct proof of exposure or other potential contributing health factors.
Direct applicators with confirmed Parkinson's diagnosis and clear employment records.
Younger onset Parkinson's, severe disability, and heavy, long-term occupational exposure.
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If you worked in agriculture and developed Parkinson's, you deserve justice. Time limits apply to filing.
No. While Paraquat is banned in over 30 countries including China and the EU due to its toxicity, it remains legal in the US for use by licensed applicators. This discrepancy is a key argument in lawsuits alleging negligence.
Proof can include pesticide applicator licenses, receipts for Gramoxone or other Paraquat products, employment records from farms or landscaping companies, or affidavits from coworkers. Your attorney will help gather this evidence.
Cases are currently consolidated in a Multi-District Litigation (MDL 3004) in the Southern District of Illinois. This is similar to a class action but allows you to maintain your individual lawsuit and seek damages specific to your personal injury.
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