In August 2020, California resident Donnetta Stephens initiated a Roundup lawsuit against Monsanto, Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, Crown Ace Hardware, and others. Stephens, who applied Roundup to her yard regularly from 2000 to 2017, was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in December 2017.
The lawsuit alleges that Stephens developed cancer due to the defendants’ wrongful conduct, acts, omissions, and fraudulent business practices.
Roundup Class-Action Lawsuit
Lisa Jones, Horacio Torres Bonilla, and Kristoffer Yee filed a Roundup class-action lawsuit in February 2019. They represented themselves and others who purchased Roundup. The complaint, filed in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri, accuses Monsanto of deceptive marketing practices, claiming that glyphosate, Roundup’s active ingredient, targets an enzyme not present in humans or pets. However, the complaint argues that this enzyme is critical to human health and well-being.
Status of Roundup Lawsuits
Despite Bayer’s offer of up to $10.9 billion to settle over 100,000 Roundup claims, numerous cases remain pending. While Bayer proposed nearly $2 billion to settle future claims, the judge rejected this settlement in 2021 and requested both parties to devise an alternative proposal.
Potential Future Settlements and Verdicts
As individuals could still be diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma due to Roundup exposure, there may be further settlements and jury verdicts. Attorneys are actively accepting claims for potential settlements or trial proceedings.
Common Questions About Roundup Lawsuits
- How can you prove Roundup exposure? You can establish Roundup exposure by providing purchase receipts or employment records documenting Roundup use. An experienced Roundup lawyer can assist in gathering evidence for your lawsuit.
- What is the average payout for a Roundup lawsuit? Some estimates suggest an average payout of approximately $160,000 for Roundup lawsuits, varying based on each claimant’s injuries. Consultation with a licensed Roundup lawyer can help determine potential settlement amounts for individual cases.
- Is it too late to join the Roundup lawsuit? It is not too late to seek a case review to determine eligibility for participation in a Roundup lawsuit. However, each state has a statute of limitations, potentially limiting the time available to file. Immediate consultation with an attorney is advised to preserve the right to file and assess qualification.
- Is Roundup banned? Roundup is not banned in the U.S., although Bayer announced plans to discontinue residential formulas by 2023 while maintaining commercial availability.
