What Is the Roundup Litigation About?
Roundup, the world's most widely used herbicide, contains the active ingredient glyphosate. In 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a division of the World Health Organization, classified glyphosate as 'probably carcinogenic to humans' (Group 2A). Since then, tens of thousands of lawsuits have been filed alleging that long-term Roundup exposure caused non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) and other cancers. Juries have returned verdicts exceeding $2 billion against the manufacturer in individual trials.
Who Is at Risk for Roundup-Related Cancer?
The highest-risk groups include: Agricultural workers — farmers, farmhands, and crop dusters with years of occupational exposure. Landscapers and groundskeepers — professionals who regularly apply Roundup in commercial and residential settings. Nursery and garden center workers — employees who handle concentrated Roundup products. Residential users — homeowners who regularly applied Roundup in their yards, gardens, and driveways over many years. Research published in peer-reviewed journals has found that individuals with significant glyphosate exposure face an elevated risk of developing non-Hodgkin lymphoma compared to unexposed populations.
What Is the Current Status of the Litigation?
The Roundup litigation has proceeded through several phases: early bellwether trials resulted in significant plaintiff verdicts, subsequent cases have continued to be filed, and settlement efforts have been ongoing. The litigation landscape continues to evolve as new scientific studies are published and regulatory agencies reassess glyphosate safety. Importantly, the statute of limitations for toxic exposure cases typically begins when the plaintiff discovers or should have discovered the connection between their exposure and their disease — the discovery rule — not when the exposure occurred.
How Do You File a Roundup Cancer Claim?
To pursue a Roundup claim, you generally need: a diagnosis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma or another qualifying cancer, a history of significant Roundup/glyphosate exposure (typically years of regular use), and medical records linking your diagnosis and treatment. Bond Legal evaluates Roundup cases nationwide. Call (866) 423-7724 for a free, confidential case review.
