Paraquat

• Paraquat exposure is linked to the development of Parkinson’s disease.
• More than 60 countries have banned the use of Paraquat.
• The use of Paraquat is increasing in the US as farmers and agricultural workers continue to face exposure risk.
• Paraquat is commonly used as a toxic weed killer in the production of crops and has doubled in the past decade. Farmers apply more than 10 million pounds of this toxic chemical per year.
• Studies have shown that those who use Paraquat are twice as likely to develop Parkinson’s disease in the future.
• Common uses around Paraquat that create the biggest risk include Mixing or loading the chemical, Spraying it, Maintaining tanks, and spending time in fields where it is sprayed.
• Evidence shows that it can drift from the application site to nearby communities and towns.

If you or a loved one were diagnosed with Parkinson’s due to pesticide exposure, Wolfe Legal can help you secure the compensation you may be entitled to.

Please note that in some matters, Wolfe Legal may co-counsel or refer the case to another lawyer or law firm.