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Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a progressive, neurodegenerative, age-related disease that affects a part of your brain called the Substantia Nigra. The Substantia Nigra is a part of the Basal Ganglia which is the section of the brain that is responsible for motor control, executive functions, and emotions.

Worldwide over 8 million people are living with PD. Harvard Heath has identified certain risk factors that may increase risk of Parkinson’s Disease... Learn more about Parkinson's Disease and the link to Camp Lejeune water by visiting our website:

Parkinson’s Disease – Justice for Veterans Parkinson’s Disease Posted on December 20, 2022December 20, 2022 by justicevetdev Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a progressive, neurodegenerative, age-related disease that affects a part of your brain called the Substantia Nigra. The Substantia Nigra is a part of the Basal Ganglia which is the sect...

What is Esophageal Cancer?
Anatomy – The esophagus is the tube connecting the throat to the stomach. The inner lining of the esophagus is made up of mucosa and submucosa, which is where esophageal cancers can develop.

This type of cancer occurs when cells lining the esophagus mutate and begin to grow out of control. The abnormal cells will create a tumor within the esophagus, metastasizing and invading other parts of the body.

Esophageal cancer is the sixth leading cause of cancer-related deaths and the eighth most common cancer worldwide1. It is treatable, but rarely curable.

Why Veterans are at Risk for Esophageal Cancer
For nearly 35 years, the water at Camp Lejeune contained very high levels of 2 chlorinated solvents: perchloroethylene (PCE) and trichloroethylene (TCE), among other chemicals, some of which have been linked to several types of cancer, including esophageal cancer. Military personnel, their families, and anyone living on the base during the years of 1953 through 1987 were exposed to these and other chemicals in the water on base.

Symptoms
Difficulty swallowing, painful swallowing
Hoarseness / Coughing
Severe, unexplained weight loss
Chest, throat or back pain/pressure
Coughing up blood
Vomiting, regurgitating
If you are experiencing any combination of these symptoms but have not yet been diagnosed, it is suggested you contact a physician for an assessment. If you spent time at Camp Lejuene and have been diagnosed with esophageal cancer, please contact us immediately for consultation with an attorney.

Connection to the chemicals found in the water at Camp Lejeune
According to ATSDR/ CDC2, at least one study evaluating contact with TCE and/or PCE determined esophageal cancer as a “health effect” of exposure to these chemicals. At Camp Lejeune, the levels were over a thousand times higher than the EPA maximum safe levels.

Why choose the Nations Law Firm
The Nations Law Firm is honored to fight for our Veterans who served at Marine Base Camp Lejeune, and for all those injured by its contaminated water supply. To read more about the different illnesses and chemicals that contaminated the water on base and their connection to serious health problems, please visit our Camp Lejeune page or call our office at 800-800-1102.

Esophageal Cancer – Justice for Veterans Esophageal Cancer Posted on November 9, 2022 by justicevetdev What is Esophageal Cancer? Anatomy – The esophagus is the tube connecting the throat to the stomach. The inner lining of the esophagus is made up of mucosa and submucosa, which is where esophageal cancers can develop. This type of cance...

Signed! The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 has been signed into law by President Biden on August 10, 2022. The bill is a part of the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2022. Through bipartisan work of the United States Congress, this historic legislation will allow those injured by exposure to the toxic drinking water at Camp Lejeune seek monetary recovery for damages from the United States government.

The PACT Act is veteran-focused legislation that expands VA health care for Veterans who have exposed to toxic substances.

The Nations Law Firm is proud to represent Veterans, family members, and civilians who were stationed at, worked on, or otherwise spent time at Camp Lejeune who were injured by exposure to the base’s toxic water supply. You may qualify for compensation under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act.

We invite you to contact us for a free case evaluation using our secure online form. Or call us at 1-800-800-1102 for more information.

The Nations Law Firm is a Veteran-owned law firm that has been in operation for over 50 years. Howard Nations is one of the most successful trial lawyers in the country. The Nations Law Firm specializes in catastrophic injury cases and is proud to help those injured by the toxic water at Camp Lejeune achieve the justice they deserve.

Camp Lejeune – Justice for Veterans For decades officials were aware of water contamination on U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, but never addressed the problem. From 1953 to 1987, those who lived, worked, or otherwise spent time on the base, cooked with, bathed in, and drank the contaminated water to their peril. I...

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022, The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 passed the Senate in a bipartisan vote of 86-11.

Next, the bill will go to President Biden’s desk for signing! While this is a huge accomplishment, the work is just beginning. We are looking forward to working with our Marine Veterans and helping bring justice to the victims of Camp Lejeune.