December 15, 2024 – Settlement Before Trial in March?
As we approach 2025, there is hope for a global resolution in the Paraquat lawsuits. The first trial is scheduled for March in Philadelphia, but Chevron and Syngenta may seek a pre-trial settlement to avoid the risks of a jury verdict.
The big question is whether they will settle just this case or resolve all lawsuits through a global settlement. With increased attention on Paraquat’s dangers, including RFK Jr.’s new role in office, these companies may want to close this chapter quickly to avoid a larger public debate.
December 2, 2024 – MDL Adds 17 Cases
After a slow couple of months, the Paraquat MDL saw a small increase in November with 17 new cases, bringing the total number of pending cases to 5,835. As we expect a settlement to get closer in early 2025, more new cases may be filed, including those that have been delayed. While our law firm still receives new calls about Paraquat lawsuits each week, the number of cases is much lower than at the same time last year.
November 1, 2024 – MDL Drops 65 Cases
In October, the Paraquat class action MDL lost 65 cases, reducing the total number of pending cases to 5,818. This marks the second consecutive month of a decrease, with weaker cases lacking evidence being dismissed. Additionally, more cases are being filed in state courts.
October 21, 2024 – Paraquat Settlement
There is growing expectation that a global Paraquat settlement will be reached within the next six months. While it’s not guaranteed, and mass tort lawyers often underestimate settlement timelines, most Paraquat attorneys agree that these cases will likely be resolved before going to trial.