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Product Liability Claims and Pesticides<\/h1>\n\n
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Pesticide manufacturers can be liable if their products cause harm and they fail to provide adequate warnings or conduct proper safety testing. Individuals exposed to harmful pesticides\u2014whether through work, home use, or environmental contact\u2014may file product liability claims based on negligence or strict liability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Successful lawsuits, like those against Monsanto, have shown that proving causation and lack of warning are key to recovering damages for pesticide-related injuries.<\/p>\n

Pesticides are chemicals that kill or repel insects, animals, and plants. Farmers use them to prevent damage to crops. People also use them to avoid infestations in buildings and the spread of disease.<\/p>\n

While pesticides help deter pests and problematic plants, they can also harm humans. Manufacturers of pesticides must provide consumers with safety warnings. They must also test their products before putting them on the market. They open themselves to civil liability<\/a> when they fail to do these things.<\/p>\n

If you develop an illness after using pesticides, you may be able to pursue a lawsuit against the manufacturer or retailer. Your attorney will base your claim on a theory of product liability<\/a>. This article explains how these cases work. You’ll also learn how to get legal help if you or a loved one has been harmed by pesticide exposure.<\/p>\n

You can also talk to an attorney near you<\/a> for advice specific to your situation. A lawyer can determine if you have a valid legal claim. If so, they will advocate for you throughout the process and fight for fair compensation.<\/p>\n

How Does Product Liability Law Apply to Pesticides?<\/h2>\n

As stated above, companies that sell and manufacture pesticides must keep consumers safe. If their product is dangerous, the manufacturer must provide adequate warnings<\/a> on their packaging.<\/p>\n

Many plaintiffs sue pesticide companies when they fail to warn them of potential risks. When you file your lawsuit, your product liability attorney must state the basis for your claim. For example, in the\u00a0Monsanto lawsuits<\/a>, plaintiffs alleged that the active ingredient in Roundup caused cancer.<\/p>\n

Roundup is not the only pesticide with dangerous chemicals<\/a>. Many pesticides contain glyphosate, a potential carcinogen. Use of the product may cause serious injuries.<\/p>\n

Sources of Pesticide Exposure<\/h2>\n

Many pesticide claim plaintiffs worked as groundskeepers or lawn care specialists. They use these harmful products daily. But this isn’t the only type of exposure.<\/p>\n

People come into contact with harmful pesticides in several ways:<\/p>\n