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Legal update: On February 6th, 2023 the United States Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation established the Northern District of Illinois as the court for this litigation. These cancer cases from across the nation will be consolidated all in the same court as an MDL.
Lawsuits related to hair straightening, relaxing, and perm products have been gaining attention in recent years. While there is still a lot that is unknown, studies suggest that there is a possible link between prolonged use of these products and an increased risk of certain types of cancer.
If you or a loved one have used these products and have been diagnosed with uterine, endometrial, or ovarian cancer, or have had a hysterectomy, myomectomy, endometrial ablation, or uterine artery embolization as a result of uterine fibroids, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Contact The Ruth Law Team by calling (888) 783-8378 or scheduling a free case evaluation to speak with an attorney who has the knowledge and experience to help you determine what steps you need to take if you have a case.
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If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with uterine, ovarian, or endometrial cancer, or in some cases, uterine fibroids after using one of these products, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
To be eligible for a personal injury claim, the following criteria must be met:
- The individual must have used a hair straightening, relaxing, or perm product for at least 5 or more times in a year.
- The individual must have been diagnosed with uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, or uterine fibroids. In cases of uterine fibroids, the patient must have had a hysterectomy, myomectomy, endometrial ablation, or uterine artery embolization.
- There must have been at least 4 years of latency between the first full year of the product use and the cancer diagnosis.
If you meet these criteria, it is important to consult with a personal injury lawyer who has experience in handling cases involving hair product-related cancer. Your attorney will be able to help you understand your legal rights and options and guide you through the process of filing a claim.
Additional Background In 2022 an NIH study found women who used products with hair straightening chemicals had an increased risk of uterine cancer. The researcher found that women who reported frequent use of hair straightening products, defined as more than four times in the previous year, were more than twice as likely to go on to develop uterine cancer compared to those who did not use the products.
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If you have been diagnosed with cancer and believe it might be related to hair relaxing or straightening chemicals, it is important to speak with an attorney to determine if you have a valid case. An attorney will be able to guide you through the legal process and help you to seek the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Contact The Ruth Law Team at (888) 783-8378 for a free review of your case by one of our experienced attorneys. Let us put our experience and resources to work for you so you can focus on putting your life back together.
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