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How Are Camp Lejeune Settlement Amounts Determined?

If you are a former resident, employee, or service member stationed at Camp Lejeune between the 1950s through 1985 and suspect you were exposed to VOCs, you may be entitled…

Am I Eligible for VA Benefits Related to Contaminated Water? 

Military service members who served at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River or Camp Lejeune may be eligible for benefits provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. VA benefits…

What VOCs Were Found in Camp Lejeune’s Water?

In 1982, the Marine Corps discovered specific VOCs in the drinking water provided by two of the base’s eight operational water treatment plants. Subsequent testing identified contamination in nearly every…

What Are VOCs?

VOCs are organic chemicals in paints, pharmaceuticals, refrigerants, solvents, and many other products. They can also be byproducts of another chemical process, such as water source chlorination. VOCs continuously release…

What Was in the Water at Camp Lejeune?

The U.S. Marine Corps found several toxic chemicals in the water at Camp Lejeune, a 246-square-mile United States military training facility in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The base is home to…

Does insurance pay if the accident is not my fault?

Yes. Understanding the types of insurance coverage that may apply to your case is helpful. First, Michigan requires residents to register their vehicles and to carry insurance. Under mandatory no-fault…

How long does it take to settle a car accident lawsuit?

Exact timelines vary, but a car accident case typically resolves within one to three years.  A personal injury lawsuit begins with the injured party filing a summons and complaint. Next,…

Should I admit fault in a car accident?

Many drivers automatically feel responsible after a car accident. However, knee-jerk guilt may not reflect what occurred. Fault is an objective conclusion based on both explicit and implicit legal standards. …

What damages can I collect after a car accident in Michigan?

Car crashes are traumatic. Victims may suffer bodily injuries, property damage, emotional harm, and significant financial hardship. Given how dramatically the consequences affect lives, car crash victims are entitled to…

Should I get personal injury protection for my car when I have health insurance?

Because Michigan is a no-fault auto insurance state, personal injury protection (PIP) is mandatory for all drivers. However, under recent state law, drivers do not have to buy unlimited PIP…

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