Roundup Lawsuit Eligibility

Who Qualifies for a Roundup Lawsuit?

You could seek compensation through a lawsuit if you suffered illness or injury due to exposure to Roundup. Primary requirements for filing a Roundup lawsuit include:

• A diagnosis of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, B- or T-cell lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, hairy cell leukemia, or mantle cell lymphoma within the past 20 years, AND
  • Your diagnosis must have come at least one year after you began using Roundup.
• Exposure to Roundup starting in or after 1990 AND
  • You must have used Roundup for at least three years.

If you believe you suffered serious illness due to Roundup exposure, speak with a Roundup lawsuit attorney to learn whether you are eligible to proceed with a lawsuit. If you lost a loved one due to Roundup exposure within the past ten years, our team can help connect you with a lawyer in your area.

What Evidence Do I Need for a Roundup Lawsuit?

To recover losses in a Roundup lawsuit, you must be able to prove that:

• You used Roundup for at least three years starting in or after 1990;
• Your exposure to the active ingredient in Roundup led to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma or other illness
• You suffered economic and non-economic losses due to your Roundup-caused illness.

You must also be able to show that Monsanto, Bayer, and any other named defendants were negligent. Specifically, you must prove they were aware of the dangers of glyphosate exposure and failed to adequately warn of the hazards. 

Evidence you could use to prove your Roundup claim includes:

• Work records and schedules showing when you could have been exposed
• Medical records, including diagnostic information and treatment plans
• Medical expert testimony 
• Studies and expert opinions showing Roundup exposure caused the illness you suffered
• Bills and invoices documenting your financial losses
• Pay stubs, wage statements, and financial documentation to prove lost income
• Expert testimony from economists and industry professionals to establish your current and future income losses

What Damages Can I Recover Through a Roundup Lawsuit?

The amount you can recover from a Roundup cancer lawsuit depends on the extent and severity of your losses. Roundup claims seek to recover financial compensation for the following losses:

• Medical expenses
• Future and ongoing medical treatments
• Lost income
• Reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional and mental distress

If you lost someone you love to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma caused by Roundup exposure, you could also recover burial costs, funeral expenses, and other related losses. 

Punitive damages are sometimes awarded in Roundup cancer lawsuits. Unlike compensatory damages, which let you recover losses you suffered, punitive damages act as a penalty. The goal of punitive damages is to prevent the company from engaging in the same behavior in the future. These damages may apply in Roundup lawsuits if the plaintiffs can prove that Monsanto or Bayer was aware of the dangers of glyphosate and failed to warn users.

What Is the Average Payout for a Roundup Lawsuit?

Roundup settlements and awards through mid-2024 range from $100,000 to $11 billion divided among plaintiffs. The payout for a Roundup settlement will depend on the extent and severity of your injuries. 

While no outcome is guaranteed, a mass tort lawyer who focuses on Roundup lawsuits can help you understand your options and seek the compensation you need for your losses.

Why Are People Suing for Roundup Exposure?

Thousands of individuals have filed lawsuits against Monsanto and Bayer due to cancers allegedly caused by Roundup exposure. Many cases were consolidated into multidistrict litigation in the Northern District of California under MDL No. 2741 in 2018. Trials are still ongoing for this case, and individual cases are still being filed across the U.S. 

Plaintiffs in the Roundup cases claim that they contracted non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma after exposure to Roundup herbicide’s active ingredient, glyphosate. They further allege that the company was aware of the cancer risks and failed to warn users of the hazards of glyphosate exposure.  

What Are the Signs of Roundup Exposure?

Current Roundup cancer lawsuits focus on non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma; however, you could seek compensation if you suffer health problems or side effects related to Roundup exposure. Individuals who suspect Roundup poisoning should seek medical attention immediately.

Short-term signs of Roundup poisoning include:

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal cramps
• Low blood pressure
• Breathing problems
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Kidney failure
• Coma

Long-term health issues linked to Roundup include:

• Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• Myeloma and multiple myeloma
• Leukemia
• Parkinson’s disease
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Liver disease
• Heart disease
• Colitis
• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBS) 
• Birth defects 

How Can a Roundup Lawsuit Attorney Help With My Claim?

Even if you join an existing mass tort claim, the process can be complicated. You benefit from working with a lawyer who has experience with Roundup lawsuits and mass torts. A Roundup attorney can:

Gather Evidence and Documentation to Prove Your Claim

Your eligibility for a Roundup lawsuit relies partly on the quality of your evidence. A Roundup lawyer can help you obtain the necessary evidence to establish the extent and severity of your illness, link it to Roundup exposure, and show how you suffered losses as a result. 

Obtain Testimony From Specialists and Industry Experts

Medical, economic, and industry specialists can provide critical context to substantiate your injuries and losses. A well-established Roundup lawyer will have access to medical experts, economic experts, and industry specialists who can testify in support of your claim. 

Advocate for the Compensation You Need

Roundup lawyers aim to recover every dollar on behalf of their clients. When you hire an attorney, they handle all communication, legal filings, and negotiations to fight for the best possible financial recovery.