What This Lawsuit Is About
A 2022 National Institutes of Health study reported that women who frequently used chemical hair straighteners had a higher rate of uterine cancer than women who did not. Lawsuits followed against several manufacturers.
Partner law firms are reviewing claims from people who used relaxer products regularly over several years and were later diagnosed with a qualifying cancer.
Who May Qualify
Partner law firms are generally reviewing claims from people who meet criteria like the following. Answering the questions on this page is the fastest way to find out.
- You used chemical hair relaxers or straighteners regularly (several times a year) for multiple years
- You were diagnosed with uterine, endometrial, or ovarian cancer, or uterine fibroids requiring surgery
- You were diagnosed after a period of regular use
Injuries and Conditions Being Reviewed
- Uterine cancer
- Endometrial cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Uterine fibroids with hysterectomy
- Case status
- Accepting claims nationwide
- Cost to you
- No fee unless the firm recovers for you
- Time limits
- Deadlines vary by state. Do not wait.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which products are included?
Claims involve a range of professional and at-home relaxer brands. You do not need to remember every product to start; the questionnaire asks about general use.
What if my diagnosis was years ago?
Deadlines vary by state and may depend on when the link became known. Share your dates and a firm can evaluate.
Does it cost anything?
No. The review is free and partner firms typically work on contingency.
