Shine Lawyers has launched an investigation into a potential class action concerning the herbicide Paraquat and its alleged link to Parkinson’s disease.
“Shine Lawyers is exploring the possibility of a class action on behalf of potentially thousands of individuals who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease following exposure to Paraquat,”
“There are more than 150,000 people living with Parkinson’s in Australia. People who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s may have been exposed to Paraquat without even knowing it. Anyone working on farms or farm equipment, spraying Paraquat, or living near farms and wineries where Paraquat has been used, may have been exposed to the herbicide.
“Surviving relatives of those who have passed away from Parkinson’s disease that may have been exposed to Paraquat are also encouraged to register.” said the firm’s joint head of class actions, Craig Allsopp.
Paraquat is a widely used product in agriculture. Recent studies have raised concerns about its potential link to Parkinson’s disease, the fastest growing neurological condition in the world according to the World Health Organisation.
“More than 70 countries around the world have banned Paraquat following the research on its link to Parkinsons, and Parkinson’s Australia is actively petitioning the government to follow suit,”
“We are committed to investigating these serious allegations, identifying any wrongdoing and ensuring that those affected receive just compensation,” said Allsopp.
Legal actions in the United States are already on foot, with almost 6000 cases pending in multidistrict litigation across federal courts throughout the US. Alleged survivors aim to hold manufacturers of Paraquat, including Syngenta and Chevron, claiming that prolonged exposure to the herbicide has led to the development of Parkinson’s disease in numerous individuals.
Individuals in Australia who believe they may have been affected are encouraged to contact Shine Lawyers through our website: Paraquat Parkinson's Class Action Investigation
