What You Should Know About the Roundup Lawsuits
The Roundup lawsuit is a product liability claim against Monsanto Company, a subsidiary of Bayer AG since 2018, over its glyphosate-based herbicide Roundup, the most widely used weed killer in the United States. Plaintiffs allege that decades of use, particularly among agricultural workers, landscapers, and home gardeners, caused non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers, and that Monsanto knew or should have known about this risk.
The scientific foundation for this litigation traces to the International Agency for Research on Cancer's 2015 classification of glyphosate as a Group 2A carcinogen, meaning it is "probably carcinogenic to humans." The EPA has repeatedly reached a different conclusion, finding glyphosate "not likely to be carcinogenic to humans" and declining to require a cancer warning on Roundup's label.
That regulatory disagreement became legally decisive on June 25, 2026. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in Monsanto Co. v. Durnell that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act preempts state-law failure-to-warn claims that would require a cancer warning beyond what the EPA has approved. The ruling overturned a $1.25 million Missouri jury verdict and is expected to significantly limit failure-to-warn claims in pending litigation nationwide.
Importantly, the decision does not resolve the underlying scientific question of whether Roundup causes cancer. Legal analysts note that claims based on design defect, manufacturing defect, or false advertising, rather than failure-to-warn, may remain viable.
What Injuries Are Linked to Roundup Exposure?
Roundup litigation centers on several types of cancer linked to long-term glyphosate exposure in scientific and legal filings.
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
The primary cancer at issue in this litigation, a cancer of the lymphatic system that has been the basis for the large majority of Roundup claims and verdicts.
Leukemia
Some claims and studies have examined a potential link between glyphosate exposure and leukemia, a cancer of the blood and bone marrow.
Multiple Myeloma
A cancer of plasma cells that has also been raised in some Roundup-related claims and scientific literature.
Immune and Lymphatic System Damage
Beyond specific cancer diagnoses, some claims describe broader immune or lymphatic system effects tied to long-term exposure.
Chronic Immune Dysfunction
Beyond cancer diagnoses, some plaintiffs report persistent immune system abnormalities following prolonged glyphosate exposure.
Bone Marrow Disorders
Some claims allege long-term glyphosate exposure contributed to bone marrow damage affecting blood cell production and overall immune function.
A cancer diagnosis alone does not establish that Roundup was the cause. Claims require evidence connecting your specific exposure history to your specific diagnosis.
How Filing Deadlines Affect Roundup Claims
Eligibility now depends heavily on the specific legal theory available to you, given the Supreme Court's June 2026 ruling.
Documented, Regular Exposure
Claims are strongest when you can show regular, direct use of Roundup over an extended period, such as through agricultural work, landscaping, or frequent home gardening use.
Diagnosed Condition
Claims typically require a confirmed diagnosis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma or another cancer type connected to glyphosate exposure in scientific literature.
Viable Legal Theory
Because failure-to-warn claims are now largely foreclosed for many plaintiffs following Durnell, claims are strongest when they can be framed around design defect, manufacturing defect, or false advertising theories, which were not directly addressed by the Supreme Court's ruling.
Settlement Eligibility
Depending on when you were exposed and diagnosed, you may be eligible to participate in an existing settlement program rather than filing a new individual lawsuit.
Given how significantly the legal landscape just shifted, this is not a case to evaluate on your own. Contact our team for a free case evaluation to determine which options may still apply to your situation.
What is the Current Status of Roundup Litigation?
Roundup litigation is currently unfolding on two separate tracks, and a major Supreme Court ruling has just reshaped both.
Federal MDL
Federal cases are consolidated in MDL No. 2741, In re: Roundup Products Liability Litigation, before Judge Vince Chhabria in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, with approximately 3,900 pending cases as of mid-2026.
Missouri State Court Settlement
In March 2026, a Missouri state court judge granted preliminary approval to a separate $7.25 billion settlement covering approximately 65,000 pending claims, structured to pay out over 17 to 21 years. This settlement is proceeding on its own track in Missouri state court, separate from the federal MDL, and a fairness hearing was scheduled for July 2026. Some plaintiffs have objected to the settlement's terms and sought to have it reviewed by the federal MDL judge instead, a dispute that remains unresolved.
The Durnell Decision
On June 25, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled that FIFRA preempts state failure-to-warn claims not required by the EPA, overturning a $1.25 million verdict and significantly narrowing one of the primary legal theories used in this litigation going forward. This followed Bayer's earlier 2020 settlement of $10.9 billion, which resolved roughly 100,000 claims. Given how recent and significant this ruling is, anyone considering a Roundup claim should get individualized legal advice rather than relying on older information about this litigation.
How Long Do You Have to File a Roundup Lawsuit?
Deadlines for filing a Roundup lawsuit vary by state, typically ranging from two to three years from your non-Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis. Alabama residents, for example, are subject to a two-year statute of limitations under Ala. Code § 6-2-38.
Most states apply a discovery rule for these claims, meaning the clock generally starts when you're diagnosed, not when your Roundup use began or ended, years or decades earlier in many cases.
Given the Supreme Court's recent ruling and the shifting legal landscape, understanding your specific deadline and which legal theories remain available to you has become more complicated, not less. Call to find out if your claim is still within the filing window.
What Compensation Can You Recover in a Roundup Lawsuit?
Compensation in a Roundup case depends heavily on your diagnosis, exposure history, and which legal track applies to your claim, but recoverable damages generally include:
- Medical expenses, past and future, including cancer treatment
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium for spouses and family members
- Wrongful death damages, in fatal cases
Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Many of the large individual jury verdicts from earlier years were significantly reduced during the appeals process, and the value of any future claim will depend heavily on which legal theory remains viable after the Supreme Court's 2026 ruling.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roundup Lawsuits
Talk to a Roundup Lawsuit Attorney Today
Bayer has already committed more than $18 billion combined across two major settlements, and the legal landscape shifted significantly with the Supreme Court's June 2026 ruling. If you or a loved one developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma after long-term Roundup exposure, you need current, individualized legal guidance now more than ever.
We offer free, confidential case reviews with no upfront fees. You only pay if we recover compensation for you. Call 866-582-7177 or fill out our free case evaluation form to find out if you qualify.