Is There Still a Roundup Class Action MDL Lawsuit After the Settlement?
Roundup, the ubiquitous weed-killer used worldwide since the early 1970s, has become synonymous with lawsuits and debate over whether glyphosate causes cancer in recent years.
The controversy began with a report written by the World Health Organization in 2015. That report found that glyphosate, the main ingredient used in Roundup, was likely carcinogenic to humans.
Following the issuance of the report, the makers of Roundup, Monsanto, demanded a retraction. However, they did not succeed, and plaintiffs filed several thousand lawsuits against the company afterward.
Contact a Pennsylvania Roundup lawsuit lawyer if you developed non-Hodgkin's lymphoma or another medical condition from using Roundup.
Initial Lawsuits Against Roundup
The first of the lawsuits to go to trial was the case of DeWayne Johnson. Johnson developed non-Hodgkin's lymphoma after using Roundup extensively as a groundskeeper with a school district in the San Francisco Bay Area. He initially won a stunning $289.2 million, which an appeal reduced to $20.5 million.
Since Johnson's case, two other cases have concluded with landmark verdicts. Two billion dollars went to a married couple who developed non-Hodgkin's lymphoma after decades of using Roundup; an appeal decreased this sentence to $86.7 million.
Another case led to an $80 million verdict for Edward Hardeman, who developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma after using Roundup on his private properties. Bayer asked for his claim to be reviewed by the Supreme Court.
Those who have developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma due to exposure to Roundup should seek assistance from a Pennsylvania Roundup lawsuit lawyer.
Potential Intervention From the Supreme Court?
The Supreme Court could end the steady stream of lawsuits against Bayer, which acquired Monsanto in 2018 and inherited this legal mess.
The Supreme Court asked the Biden administration to weigh in on the Roundup case in December 2021. In May, the solicitor general released her opinion that the Supreme Court should reject Bayer’s appeal because the “EPA’s approval of labeling does not pre-empt a state law requirement to provide such warnings.”
Does the California Class Action MDL Suit Still Exist?
In 2016, a federal judge created multi-district litigation (MDL) from northern California Roundup cases to reduce lawsuits clogging up the court dockets while allowing plaintiffs who had suffered harm from their Roundup use to pursue compensation.
While most cases have settled, others are remaining. In January 2022, there were almost 4,000 unsettled claims. By March, that number had increased.
Roundup lawyers continue to bring new cases to court almost every single day.
In April 2022, the MDL judge in California indicated that he would accept a settlement from Bayer but wanted to clarify that any of the plaintiffs involved in the claim could still sue the company if they developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in the future. The settlement would establish a $45 million fund to resolve the class actions.
Are Plaintiffs Still Filing Cases Against Roundup?
Many cases claim Roundup’s main ingredient, glyphosate, caused non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma or other medical conditions. Thousands continue to be brought to state courts every month. However, the last few years show that Bayer intends to settle as many of these cases as possible without them ending up in trial.
If you were injured due to Roundup use, reach out to a Roundup lawsuit lawyer to determine your next steps.
How this situation will end is anyone’s guess. No one deserves to develop cancer due to using a product to take care of their lawns. How many cases can continue to go to court before something is done to stop the endless tide of legal activity? Should Roundup be recalled, and should the states establish laws limiting glyphosate use?
The effect of barring the use of Roundup would be a shock to the agricultural industry around the world. Many countries use Roundup or a similar product that contains glyphosate when producing crops. If Roundup is barred, the farming industry would have to find a new way to protect their crops from weeds.
How Does Bayer Feel About These Lawsuits?
Bayer took on a legal mess when it acquired Monsanto in 2018. The company is based in Germany and has been around since the 1860s. It is well known for developing aspirin.
Investors in Bayer are very unhappy with its decision to acquire Monsanto. They have filed a $1.1 billion lawsuit against Bayer, alleging that Bayer knew Roundup caused non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and led them on in their investment activities.
The lawsuit was filed in Germany in December 2021 and remains pending.
Should I Contact a Lawyer If I Was Exposed to Roundup?
If you were exposed to Roundup and developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma or another medical condition, contact a Roundup lawsuit lawyer.
You can schedule a free consultation with most law firms involved with Roundup lawsuits. During the appointment, you can describe the aspects of your case and present the evidence connecting your condition with Roundup.
Pursuing a case against the owners of Roundup may seem intimidating, especially if you’re battling non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and need to take care of yourself.
However, if your case succeeds, you’ll be able to obtain monetary compensation for the losses you have suffered from your illness. This compensation can include coverage for past and future medical bills, loss of income, and pain and suffering.
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