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Paraquat Lawsuit July 2025 Update

Paraquat is a highly toxic herbicide that has been linked to Parkinson's disease and other serious neurological conditions. Despite being banned in over 30 countries, paraquat continues to be widely used in the United States by farmers and agricultural workers.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease after paraquat exposure, you may be wondering about your legal options. Below, we answer common questions to help guide you.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Paraquat Lawsuits

What is Paraquat?

Paraquat is an extremely toxic chemical herbicide used to kill weeds and grass. It's sold under brand names including Gramoxone, Ortho Paraquat, and dozens of other trade names. Paraquat is so toxic that a single sip can be fatal 70% of the time.

The herbicide is classified as a "restricted-use pesticide" by the EPA, meaning only licensed applicators can use it commercially. However, this hasn't prevented widespread exposure among agricultural workers, farmers, and people living near treated areas.

How can paraquat exposure occur?

You may have been exposed to paraquat through:

Agricultural work - mixing, loading, applying, or cleaning paraquat products
Living near treated farmland - exposure through contaminated water
Working at facilities that manufacture, store, or distribute paraquat
Family exposure - through contaminated clothing or equipment brought home by agricultural workers

What serious health problems are linked to paraquat exposure?

Research has established a strong link between paraquat exposure and Parkinson's disease. Studies show that exposure to paraquat can increase the risk of developing Parkinson's disease by 200-600%.

Key health conditions associated with paraquat exposure include:

Parkinson's Disease
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
Multiple System Atrophy
Other neurological disorders

Internal corporate documents revealed that manufacturers knew about the connection between paraquat and Parkinson's disease as early as 1985, but continued selling the product without adequate warnings.

Are there lawsuits involving paraquat?

Yes. Thousands of lawsuits have been filed against paraquat manufacturers including Syngenta and Chevron. As of June 2025, there are over 6,000 cases consolidated in federal multidistrict litigation (MDL).

In April 2025, a settlement agreement was reached between plaintiffs and defendants to resolve many of the paraquat cases pending in federal court, though exact terms have not been finalized. Previously, Syngenta settled some earlier cases for $187.5 million.

Do you Qualify for a Paraquat Lawsuit?

Think you might have a case? If you were diagnosed with Parkinson's disease or related neurological conditions after paraquat exposure, you may be eligible for significant compensation.

You May Qualify If:

You worked as a farmer, agricultural worker, or licensed applicator who used paraquat
You lived or worked near areas where paraquat was regularly applied
You were involved in mixing, loading, applying, or cleaning paraquat products
You have been diagnosed with:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
- Multiple System Atrophy

You were exposed to paraquat products sold under names like:

Gramoxone
Ortho Paraquat
Parazone
Cyclone
Devour
Firestorm

Even if you're unsure about the extent of your exposure, a free case review can help determine if legal options are available.

This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Individual results may vary based on the specific facts of each case.