Roundup Lawsuit

About Roundup & Glyphosate

Roundup is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. Developed by Monsanto in the early 1970s, its active ingredient is glyphosate — a broad-spectrum chemical designed to kill weeds and grasses. Since its introduction, Roundup has been used extensively in agriculture, commercial landscaping, and home gardening across the United States and globally.

Monsanto also developed genetically modified crops — commonly known as "Roundup Ready" seeds — that were engineered to withstand glyphosate application. This technology dramatically increased the use of Roundup on farms throughout the 1990s and 2000s, as farmers could spray the herbicide directly on crops without damaging them.

In 2018, the pharmaceutical and chemical company Bayer AG acquired Monsanto for approximately $63 billion. This acquisition also transferred liability for ongoing Roundup lawsuits, which have since cost Bayer billions of dollars in settlements and verdicts.

Despite the mounting scientific evidence and legal losses, glyphosate-based herbicides continue to be sold and used around the world, though Bayer announced plans to replace glyphosate in residential lawn and garden products sold in the United States.

Health Risks & Cancer Link

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). This landmark determination was based on evidence showing an association between glyphosate exposure and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, as well as evidence of carcinogenicity from laboratory and animal studies.

Research has linked prolonged glyphosate exposure to several types of cancer and blood disorders, including:

People most at risk include agricultural workers, landscapers, groundskeepers, nursery workers, and homeowners who regularly applied Roundup in their gardens and lawns over extended periods.

Settlements & Verdicts

Roundup litigation has produced some of the largest verdicts and settlements in mass tort history. Bayer has faced a series of significant courtroom losses and has committed billions of dollars to resolve claims.

Individual settlement amounts vary depending on factors such as the severity of the diagnosis, duration and level of exposure, medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. A qualified attorney can assess the potential value of your specific case during a free review.

Scientific Evidence

The body of scientific research connecting glyphosate to cancer has grown substantially over the past decade. Several key findings have shaped both public understanding and legal proceedings.

The IARC's 2015 classification of glyphosate as "probably carcinogenic" was based on a comprehensive review of published research, including epidemiological studies of agricultural workers, animal studies showing tumor formation, and laboratory evidence of DNA and chromosomal damage in human cells.

Multiple peer-reviewed studies have found that people with significant occupational exposure to glyphosate face an increased risk of developing non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. A 2019 meta-analysis published in the journal Mutation Research found that high exposure to glyphosate-based herbicides was associated with a 41% increased risk of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Internal company documents revealed during litigation — often referred to as the "Monsanto Papers" — showed that Monsanto was aware of the potential cancer risk associated with glyphosate and took steps to influence scientific research and regulatory assessments in its favor.

How to File a Roundup Claim

Filing a Roundup lawsuit through LegalCove is straightforward and costs nothing upfront. Attorneys in our network work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you only pay if your case results in compensation.