Paraquat Lawsuit for People Diagnosed With Parkinson's Disease

The makers of Paraquat are now facing lawsuits after not warning their users their products could lead to Parkinson's Disease.

If you or a family member have been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, please contact us immediately for a free legal consultation.

Last Updated: November 15, 2022
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What is Paraquat?

Paraquat is a highly toxic chemical used to kill weeds, control grass, and remove leaves before harvest. This chemical is one of the most widely used herbicides in the United States for the past sixty years.

Paraquat was a concentrated product that had to be mixed and sprayed from a canister, backpack sprayer, or crop-duster. This typically blue-dyed liquid was made available for commercial use in 1961.

It was used to control weed growth that competed with the desired plant and was used in many orchards, berry farms, and other cash crops.

Its use became much more popular when weeds became more resilient to Monsanto's Round-Up herbicide.

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Well Known Brands of Paraquat

Paraquat is the primary ingredient in many weed killers. These products are for restricted use, meaning that Paraquat applicators had to have a commercial license or work for someone who held a permit to purchase herbicides.

Many brand names that contain paraquat include:

  • Parazone
  • Bonedry
  • Para-Shot 3.0
  • Blanco
  • Helmquat 3SL
  • Quick-Quat
  • Firestorm
  • Cyclone SL 2.0

Types of Paraquat Exposure

Paraquat is most often found in farming and agricultural communities. It's used as a poison to kill weeds and other invasive plants.

While being banned in many countries, Paraquat is still widely used in the U.S.

Here are a few ways that paraquat can enter your system:

  • Swallowing or ingestion - This is the most common form of accidental exposure
  • Contamination - If the liquid isn't died or given any other identifier, it could very easily contaminate eating or drinking products.
  • Skin contact - It can enter after prolonged direct skin contact or through an open wound.
  • Inhalation - Paraquat fumes can be inhaled, causing damage.
  • Drift - This is where a neighboring property used Paraquat, and wind allowed the chemical to drift onto your property.
Studies have shown that a few drops of Paraquat can kill an adult male and that sprayed form can drift with the prevailing wind up to 300 hundred yards from the application site.
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Paraquat's Link to Parkinson's Disease

Research has shown that even a tiny amount of paraquat exposure can damage sensitive parts of the brain and neurons that interact with the brain.

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The chemical damages the protective outer layer of neurons (myelin sheath), hindering the electrical signals between the brain and the body.  

If enough of this damage to the myelin sheath occurs, it can lead to a Parkinson's-like Disease.

What is Parkinson's Disease?

Parkinson's is a disease that affects the brain and its brain cells. Specifically, It causes the loss of brain cells and damage to the neurons' mind-body connection.

This disease is chronic and progressive. There is no known cure, and the effects get worse over time.

Many people associate Parkinson's with the loss of motor control and tremors. But, the disease also comes with non-motor symptoms.

With more than 1 million people diagnosed in the United States, symptoms don't commonly show up until the age of fifty.

Younger people do start showing signs as well but only makeup around ten percent of diagnoses.

Common Parkinson's Symptoms

Parkinson's symptoms can sometimes show up years after a person has been exposed to Paraquat.

It is essential to be able to trace your potential history of exposure.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, we highly recommend you seek the help of a medical professional.

  • Muscle Stiffness
  • Tremors (while at rest-passive)
  • Impaired Posture or Balance
  • Slower Movement
  • Vocal Changes
  • Loss of Automatic Movements
  • Writing Changes

Paraquat Compensation

A lawsuit is just one type of compensation available to victims of Paraquat.

If you were injured by Paraquat, one of our experienced attorney might be able to help you recover money for:

  • Medical Expenses
  • Pain and Suffering
  • Lost Wages
  • Disability

Dickey Law Firm Has the Paraquat Knowledge

Dickey Law Firm has helped guide hundreds of families to significant financial compensation due to chemical exposures.

If a doctor tells you that there is even a chance that you have Parkinson's Disease (or a Parkinsons-like neurological disease), you should give us a call.

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While you focus on your medical treatment, Dickey Law Firm can take action to protect your rights.

We can assist with your application for state and federal benefits, begin proving your potential claim, and even obtain money to help with your medical expenses.

Frequently Asked Questions about Asbestos

How long do I have to file a claim?

How long you have to file a Paraquat lawsuit will depend on where you live, where you were diagnosed, and where (and how) you were exposed to Paraquat.

That deadline is called the statute of limitations. It can range from one year up to more than six years, depending on your unique circumstances.

An experienced Paraquat attorney will be able to help you sort this out and take action to protect your legal rights.

Do I need to be diagnosed with Parkinson's to Qualify for a Paraquat Lawsuit?

Yes, You need to have some form of neurological injury that has been diagnosed by a doctor. This can include Parkinson's Disease but may also include other degenerative neurological disorders.

Do I qualify if I was diagnosed with Parkinson's but never used Paraquat?

If you have been recently diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and don't know if you used Paraquat, please give us a call. We'll want to know if you ever used herbicides. If not, we will ask if you lived near a farm, orchard, or other commercial agricultural business.

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