Hair Relaxer Cancer Lawsuits – Edgar Snyder & Associates
Are you or a loved one suffering from uterine or ovarian cancer after regularly using hair relaxers? You may be entitled to compensation. Our personal injury law firm, Edgar Snyder & Associates, is currently accepting new cases from women who have used hair relaxer products for a minimum of 4 times a year for at least 2 years, but preferably 5 or more years, and were later diagnosed with cancer.
Lawsuits have been filed against major cosmetics companies in the hair and beauty industries for creating and marketing these potentially dangerous products. If you have been diagnosed with uterine, endometrial, or ovarian cancer and have used hair relaxers, we encourage you to reach out to us.
What Types of Cancer Have Been Linked to the Use of Hair Relaxers?
- Uterine Cancer: Endometrial Cancer Type 1 and Uterine Sarcoma
- Ovarian Cancer: Non-Serous tumors (stronger association) and Serous tumors
How Are Uterine and Ovarian Cancer Linked to Hair Relaxers?
Studies linking cancer to the use of hair relaxer products suggested that certain chemicals found in hair straighteners, such as parabens, bisphenol A, metals, and formaldehyde, may increase the risk of developing uterine cancer. Furthermore, the scalp may absorb these chemicals more readily when hair is straightened, which could exacerbate the risk of cancer. These dangerous chemicals include formaldehyde, formaldehyde-releasing chemicals, oxidized para-phenylenediamine, 4-aminobiphenyl, among others. However, these products are not labeled with warnings about the potential risk of cancer.
Which Hair Relaxer Brands Have Been Linked to Ovarian and Uterine cancer?
- Optimum
- Dark & Lovely
- Crème of Nature
- African Pride
- Just for Me
- ORS Olive Oil Hair Relaxer
- Motions
What Should I Do If I Think I Have a Case for a Hair Relaxer Cancer Lawsuit?
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with uterine or ovarian cancer at the age of 70 or under, and have limited confounding factors such as smoking, personal or family history of cancer, hormone replacement therapy, or genetic factors, you may have a case.
Can I Still Have a Case If I Discontinued Use of Hair Relaxers Before My Diagnosis?
Even if you have discontinued use of hair relaxers years prior to your diagnosis, but your usage exceeded 5 years, you may still be entitled to compensation.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Hair Relaxer Cancer Lawyer?
Hiring an attorney from Edgar Snyder & Associates will cost you nothing unless and until we win your claim. Even your initial consultation is free.
At Edgar Snyder & Associates, we’re in your corner, and we have over 35 years of experience to help you. We start building your case right away, and we won’t quit until we get the money you deserve. Remember, there is never a fee unless we get money for you.
Don't hesitate to contact our office for a free consultation to discuss your case. We are dedicated to helping you and your family during this difficult time.