Roundup Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Lawsuit Basics (2025)

What Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Is and How It’s Linked to Roundup

Cancer of the lymphatic system can take two forms. The difference between the two forms occurs at the cellular level. Cases where doctors find the Reed-Sternberg cell in lymph samples are called Hodgkin lymphoma, and cases where this cell is missing are called non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Hodgkin lymphoma is the less common variation but often has a better prognosis. NHL is more common and has a higher mortality rate.

Studies starting in 2015 found a likely link between glyphosate and NHL. As a result, the International Agency for Research on Cancer identified the chemical to be a likely carcinogen. However, both the U.S. and the European Union allow glyphosate usage.

How Plaintiffs Prove Roundup Exposure and Causation

A Roundup lawsuit seeks compensation for NHL caused by glyphosate. In most states, manufacturers are strictly liable for injuries caused by defective products. A plaintiff in a Roundup non-Hodgkin lymphoma lawsuit would allege that exposure to Roundup caused their NHL.

Plaintiffs prove exposure using work records showing that they used Roundup in their employment as landscapers, farm workers or farmers. An expert witness can help demonstrate the link between usage and NHL.

Major Verdicts and Settlements in NHL Lawsuits

Bayer settled about 75% of pending cases in 2020 by creating a $10 billion settlement fund. While the fund’s application deadline passed in 2022, plaintiffs with newly discovered NHL cases can still sue Bayer.

Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) vs. State Court Cases

In 2016, tens of thousands of pending federal cases were transferred to a single judge for management as a multidistrict litigation (MDL). Any new federal case would be added to the MDL. However, plaintiffs can also file in state courts, bypassing the MDL.

Who Is Eligible to File an NHL Lawsuit With Roundup Exposure?

Plaintiffs must establish that they were exposed to Roundup and suffered an injury as a result. To join the MDL, plaintiffs must have NHL or leukemia.

Typical Damages Victims Can Recover in NHL Lawsuits

The settlement fund created in 2020 determined settlements based on several factors, including whether the claimant died, their age and medical expenses. The resulting settlements ranged from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars.

Learn More About Roundup Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Lawsuits

If you were harmed by Roundup exposure, ConsumerShield can help. Contact us for a free case review and a Roundup lawyer referral.