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Ward and Smith: Our Highlights of 2023

Written By Laura V. Hudson

As we reflect on the past year, it's evident that 2023 has been remarkable for Ward and Smith. We've welcomed new team members, launched new practice groups, and been recognized in some pretty rare air, if we do say so ou…

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Summary of the Government's "Elective Option" for Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Claims

Written By Lynwood P. Evans

On September 6, 2023, the Department of the Navy ("Navy") announced a framework for evaluating and potentially settling a limited number of claims brought under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act.  This framework, referred…

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Camp Lejeune Justice Act One Year Later: The Path Forward Is Becoming Clearer

Written By X. Lightfoot and Taylor Rodney Marks

August 10, 2023, marks the first anniversary of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, a pivotal legislation within the broader Honoring Our PACT Act.   The journey since the passage of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act has been s…

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The Government Isn't Moving Quickly to Compensate Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Victims

Written By Lynwood P. Evans and Taylor Rodney Marks

August 10, 2023, will mark the first anniversary that the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 ("Justice Act") became law. The Justice Act allows Marines, their family members, and any civilians who were poisoned by the toxic…

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Will I Lose My Other Benefits? The Potential Impact of a Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Claim

Written By Isabelle M. Chammas and Lynwood P. Evans

Editor's Note: As of October 19, 2022, the Navy has updated its website with the following information: Claims filed with the TCU do not impact benefits or programs administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).…

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Clear as Mud: What Diseases are Covered by the Camp Lejeune Justice Act?

Written By Jenna Fruechtenicht Butler

By now, you've heard the commercial and can probably say this line in your best "television infomercial" voice: "If you, a family member, or a loved one lived at Camp Lejeune for 30 days or more between the years 1953 and …

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WRAL Asks, We Answer: We Answer: Questions To Ask When Deciding on Law Firm To Handle Camp Lejeune Water Claims

Written By Jeremy M. Wilson

WRAL's "5 On Your Side" consumer reporter Keely Arthur posted a story on August 18, 2022, that all Camp Lejeune Water Contamination victims should see. In it, Arthur noted that an "overwhelming number of law firms ar…

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Honoring Our PACT Act Signed Into Law: Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuits Move Forward

Written By Lynwood P. Evans

President Joe Biden signed the historic Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act into law today.   Veterans exposed to toxic chemicals during their service are now eligible for new benefit…

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Camp Lejeune Justice Act: An Inside Look at How the PACT Act Will Help Veterans Exposed to Toxic Chemicals

Written By Lynwood P. Evans

August 10, 2022, Update: The Honoring Our PACT Act was signed into law by President Biden. Read the latest here. August 2, 2022 Update:  The Honoring Our PACT Act has once again been passed by the Senate. The bill is…

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