Paraquat Lawsuit Settlement
Legal industry estimates suggest that individual payouts for a paraquat settlement may range from $20,000 to $1.5 million. These figures are speculative and every case is different. A finalized settlement for thousands of active paraquat lawsuits is expected soon.
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Thousands of paraquat lawsuits have been filed over claims that exposure to the pesticide may be tied to the development of Parkinson’s disease. Paraquat is known to be highly toxic and has been banned in dozens of countries worldwide.
If you worked around paraquat and went on to develop Parkinson’s, you might be eligible to file a lawsuit and be part of a potential settlement.
What Is the Average Settlement in the Paraquat Lawsuit?
Legal industry estimates suggest that the individual payout for a paraquat settlement could range from $20,000 to $1.5 million. Every case is different, and your payout will depend on variables like the severity of your injuries and the financial damages you suffered.
These figures are speculative. Details of a global paraquat settlement have not yet been announced, but both sides are in negotiations to finalize an agreement.
That agreement could cover thousands of active lawsuits. As of [SHORTCODE], there were [SHORTCODE] cases grouped together in federal court.
Syngenta, which manufactures paraquat, had previously settled some cases. In 2021, an agreement was reached to pay out $187.5 million to an undisclosed number of plaintiffs.
Paraquat is not the first pesticide to face litigation over health concerns. The popular weed killer Roundup has been tied to cancer and faced thousands of lawsuits. In 2020, Roundup’s manufacturer, Bayer, agreed to pay roughly $10 billion to settle many of those cases.
Factors That Influence Paraquat Settlement Amounts
Several factors could affect the payout you receive from a paraquat settlement. These include:
- Extent of Exposure:
- If you faced significant or long-term exposure to paraquat, you may have a stronger case. This may apply if you worked in agricultural settings where paraquat was sprayed or if you were around the pesticide regularly.
- Injury severity:
- The seriousness of your injury will play a role in your settlement amount. In dangerous product lawsuits, the most severe or life-altering injuries often result in larger payouts. The primary injury among the paraquat lawsuits is the development of Parkinson’s disease.
- Age at Diagnosis:
- Younger claimants may receive bigger settlements to account for long-term care or lost years.
- Lost Wages:
- If you missed work or are unable to work due to paraquat exposure, this might factor into your settlement amount.
- Medical Expenses:
- This can impact settlement amounts based on your cost of ongoing treatment, medication, support devices and more.
- Pain and Suffering:
- Your settlement may vary based on any emotional and physical hardship you endured.
Remember that the individual details of each case are unique.
Who Qualifies for a Paraquat Settlement?
You may qualify for a paraquat settlement if you worked around the pesticide and went on to develop Parkinson’s disease.
This litigation is generally focused on people who worked directly with paraquat on a farm or in a similar agricultural setting. This exposure can take place through skin contact or by breathing in particles.
Studies have shown that exposure to paraquat may be tied to an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s. UCLA researchers in 2024 said that their new study provided “further indication” that paraquat exposure heightens Parkinson’s risk.
When Will Paraquat Lawsuits Settle?
While a global paraquat settlement has not yet been reached, many cases could be settled soon. In early 2025, both sides reached a tentative agreement to a settlement for the thousands of paraquat lawsuits grouped together in federal court.
As of July 2025, the terms of that settlement are still being finalized. We are waiting to hear how many cases will be covered by this settlement, what its total value will be and what individual payouts may look like. A final agreement could be announced any day.
While this would be a mass settlement to cover many cases, individual lawsuits may also be settled on their own. For example, in July, Syngenta settled a paraquat lawsuit just weeks before it was set to go to trial in Philadelphia.
You still have time to file a claim if you have not already done so. Our trusted legal partners continue to review and accept new paraquat cases.
Frequently Asked Questions About Paraquat Settlements
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