Anybody that has been exposed to paraquat can be at risk of the ill effects of the product. Generally speaking individuals involved in farming and agriculture are exposed to the harmful effects of the weed killer. The closer proximity to this chemical the more likely the individual will be to suffer exposure from the chemical.
Exposure to paraquat can cause serious health ailments including Parkinson’s disease. Paraquat is the blue herbicide also known as Gramoxone. It is used extensively by farmers and ranchers across the county, and basically destroys everything that it is sprayed on. It is a dangerous chemical that has been banned by most industrialized nations. According to the EPA, three drops “can be fatal, and there is no antidote.” Research indicates low level exposure over time significantly increases the risk of Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder that afflicts movement, balance and speech for which there is no cure.
If you believe that you have been impacted by Paraquat and are showing symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease, contact our law firm to find out how we can help.