How to avoid Camp Lejeune scams

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Many lawsuits related to toxic water exposure among members of the armed forces, veterans, reservists, and their families at Camp Lejeune are working their way through the courts. These claims offer an opportunity for justice and compensation for affected service members and their families. Still, scammers and con artists are using actual litigation as a pretense to steal money or personal information from potential claimants. Therefore, it’s crucial to know the true facts of the Camp Lejeune lawsuits and how to spot a scam.

The team at Ward Black Law wants anyone affected by toxic exposure at Camp Lejeune to get the justice they deserve and to protect potential victims from these scams.

Is the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit Real?

Yes, the Camp Lejeune lawsuit is real. From the 1950s until the 1980s, thousands of people stationed or working at the military base developed severe, potentially deadly illnesses. These include leukemia, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, bladder cancer, liver cancer, kidney cancer, and multiple myeloma.

Ward Black Law is actively taking cases related to Camp Lejeune water contamination.

Understanding Camp Lejeune Scams

There are two main types of Camp Lejeune scams to watch out for. The first is when someone claiming to represent a law firm or the military contacts a potential claimant and tells them they’re eligible for compensation, then tells the victim they must pay a filing fee to get their money. These scammers have no intention of helping anyone claim compensation, and the people they call might not even be eligible. Instead, the scammer’s goal is to collect endless “filing fees” and slowly line their own pockets.

The other type of scam to watch for is similar to the first, except the scammers ask for the victim’s personal information instead of money, claiming they need it to start the legal process. Once the scammers have the victim’s info, they can steal their identity and cause all kinds of problems, including stealing money from victims.

How to Avoid Camp Lejeune Lawsuit Scams

To avoid scams related to the Camp Lejeune toxic water litigation, follow these tips:

  • Verify contacts. Don’t trust anyone who contacts you claiming to be from the Department of Justice (DOJ) or the military. Verify their identity by calling the official Camp Lejeune Claims Unit. Also, if you have an attorney and are already involved in a claim, the military will not contact you, but will deal with your lawyer directly.
  • Use official channels. Only trust communications from the official email address for the Camp Lejeune Claims Unit, which is CLClaims@us.navy.mil. Again, if you are represented by an attorney, the government will not contact you directly. Be cautious of messages from other sources.
  • No payment is required. Remember, filing a claim is free. If someone asks for payment, it’s a scam.
  • Don’t trust cold calls from purported attorneys. If someone claiming to be an attorney from a firm you don’t know says they can get you a quick settlement without reviewing your case, it’s likely a scammer. Hang up immediately and contact the authorities.

Talk to Our Experienced Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawyers Today

Ward Black Law has extensive experience with Camp Lejeune water contamination claims and other toxic torts. We’re happy to review your case with you and outline your legal options. Contact us today for a free case review.