For decades, millions of women—disproportionately Black women—have relied on chemical hair relaxers and straighteners as a staple in their beauty routines. Recent scientific studies have revealed a devastating truth: frequent, long-term use of these products may be linked to an increased risk of hormone-sensitive cancers.
If you or a loved one developed uterine, ovarian, or endometrial cancer after using chemical hair relaxers, you are not alone. You have the right to seek justice and compensation from the manufacturers who allegedly failed to warn you about these serious health risks.
At Ben Crump Law, our hair relaxer cancer lawyers are actively fighting to hold major beauty corporations accountable for the harm their products have caused. We offer a free, confidential case evaluation to help you understand your legal options.
The Scientific Link Between Hair Relaxers and Cancer
The heart of the hair relaxer lawsuits centers on the endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) found in many popular chemical hair straighteners. These dangerous compounds, such as phthalates and formaldehyde, can be absorbed by the body through the scalp, potentially mimicking or interfering with natural hormones like estrogen.
Scientific evidence supporting the link includes:
- The Sister Study (2022): This National Institutes of Health (NIH) study found that women who frequently used hair straighteners were more than twice as likely to develop uterine cancer compared to those who did not.
- Disproportionate Impact: Black women, who report the highest use of these products, are tragically facing the highest rates of aggressive uterine cancer subtypes and death.
Manufacturers allegedly knew, or should have known, about the dangers and failed in their legal duty to warn consumers.
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Who is Eligible to Seek Hair Relaxer Compensation?
You may be eligible to file a hair relaxer cancer lawsuit and seek compensation if you meet the following general criteria:
- Product Use: You used chemical hair relaxer or straightener products frequently (e.g., four or more times a year).
- Cancer Diagnosis: You were later diagnosed with a qualifying cancer, most commonly:
- Uterine Cancer (including endometrial cancer)
- Ovarian Cancer
- Timing: Your cancer diagnosis occurred after significant or prolonged use of the products.
This legal action is not limited to a single brand. Lawsuits are being filed against manufacturers of popular products, including Dark & Lovely, Just For Me, and Optimum, among others.
What Compensation Can You Seek in a Hair Relaxer Lawsuit?
A successful hair relaxer lawsuit or settlement aims to recover financial compensation for all damages—both economic and non-economic—that the victim has suffered due to the manufacturer’s alleged negligence.
Compensation may include payment for:
- Past and Future Medical Expenses: Costs related to your cancer treatment, including surgery (such as a hysterectomy), chemotherapy, radiation, and medication.
- Lost Wages and Earning Capacity: Income lost due to your illness, inability to work, and reduced future earning potential.
- Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of quality of life caused by your diagnosis and treatment.
- Wrongful Death: Financial damages for families who lost a loved one due to a cancer linked to hair relaxer use.
Because every case is unique, the exact value of a claim will depend on the severity of the illness, the extent of financial losses, and other specific circumstances.
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Why Choose Ben Crump Law for Your Hair Relaxer Claim?
Taking on multi-billion-dollar beauty corporations requires a powerful, experienced legal team. Ben Crump Law has a proven track record of spearheading litigation and securing major victories for marginalized individuals and holding the powerful accountable.
- Pioneering Leadership: Attorney Ben Crump and his partners are co-lead counsel in the national Multi-District Litigation (MDL) for the hair relaxer lawsuits, giving our team a central role in the legal fight.
- Contingency Fee Basis: You pay nothing up front. Our representation is on a contingency fee basis—we only receive payment if we win your case and successfully recover compensation for you.
- A Commitment to Justice: Our mission is to fight for those who have been harmed by corporate greed and negligence, ensuring that every victim has access to high-quality legal representation.
State statutes of limitations limit the time within which an action must be taken. Don’t let your right to compensation expire.
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Your First Step: A Free Case Review
If you or a family member used chemical hair relaxers and were diagnosed with uterine, ovarian, or endometrial cancer, you deserve to know your rights.
Contact Ben Crump Law today for a free, confidential, and no-obligation case evaluation. We will review your product use history and medical records to determine your eligibility to join the thousands of women seeking justice in this growing litigation.
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