A recent article from Reuters reports that more than 900 lawsuits have been filed against the U.S. government in a North Carolina federal court by veterans and their families who were exposed to contaminated water at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. The lawsuits allege that the government's negligence caused the plaintiffs to develop cancer, birth defects, and other health problems.

The lawsuits are being consolidated into a single case, which is being overseen by U.S. District Judge Max Cogburn. Cogburn has scheduled a hearing for June 13 to discuss the status of the case.

The plaintiffs in the lawsuits are seeking compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses.

The government has denied any wrongdoing. It has argued that the plaintiffs' claims are time-barred and that the government is immune from liability.

The lawsuits are the latest development in a long-running saga over the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. The water was contaminated with a variety of chemicals, including chlorinated solvents, trichloroethylene, and perchloroethylene. The contaminated water at Camp Lejeune has been linked to a variety of health problems, including cancer, birth defects, and neurological disorders. The government has estimated that more than 750,000 people were exposed to the contaminated water.

The lawsuits are a major development in the fight for justice for the victims of the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. The plaintiffs are hoping that the lawsuits will force the government to take responsibility for its negligence and to compensate the victims for their injuries.

Here are some of the key takeaways from the article:

• More than 900 lawsuits have been filed against the U.S. government by veterans and their families who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.
• The lawsuits allege that the government's negligence caused the plaintiffs to develop cancer, birth defects, and other health problems.
• The lawsuits are being consolidated into a single case, which is being overseen by U.S. District Judge Max Cogburn.
• The government has denied any wrongdoing and has argued that the plaintiffs' claims are time-barred and that the government is immune from liability.
• The lawsuits are a major development in the fight for justice for the victims of the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

If you or a loved one was exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact an experienced attorney today to learn more about your legal options.