Camp Lejeune water contamination — VA benefits & 2026 settlement status →
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Who's covered
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River, North Carolina.
Example presumptive conditions
- Kidney, liver, bladder cancer; leukemia; multiple myeloma; non-Hodgkin lymphoma
- Parkinson’s disease
- Other conditions tied to the contaminated water supply
The law behind it
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 — passed as part of the PACT Act — finally lets veterans, family members, and civilian workers who were exposed to the base’s contaminated water (August 1953–December 1987) file claims and even lawsuits for the harm it caused. That right had been blocked for years. Importantly, the lawsuit path has a limited filing window.
Why these claims get denied — and how to win
Camp Lejeune has two separate tracks: VA disability benefits, and a Camp Lejeune Justice Act claim/lawsuit for compensation. Many people miss the lawsuit deadline or fail to tie their diagnosis to the 30-day presence requirement. Because one track is litigation, getting qualified legal help early is critical — and time-sensitive.
Camp Lejeune — frequently asked questions
- Who qualifies for Camp Lejeune benefits under the PACT Act?
- Served at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 cumulative days between Aug 1, 1953 and Dec 31, 1987. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River, North Carolina.
- What conditions are presumptive for Camp Lejeune?
- Examples include: Kidney, liver, bladder cancer; leukemia; multiple myeloma; non-Hodgkin lymphoma; Parkinson’s disease; Other conditions tied to the contaminated water supply. This is not the full list — the PACT Act covers 330+ conditions across all exposure categories.
- How do I file a Camp Lejeune claim?
- File a VA disability claim and note your toxic exposure. A free accredited Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can help you build a strong claim at no cost. "Presumptive" means the VA assumes the service connection for eligible veterans — but you still must file.
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