Attorneys representing clients at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune need to tread carefully to avoid violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). This legislation has become the fulcrum for lawsuits against lawyers seeking to assist veterans and their families affected by the toxic chemical exposure at the base.
Libby Vish, discuss via Law360, highlights the importance of understanding and implementing best practices to avoid TCPA violations. This is key in providing legal assistance to those affected by the chemical contamination of the drinking water at the base; an incident that spanned three decades from the 1950s.
The contamination resulted from leaking underground storage tanks, industrial area spills, improper waste disposal, and a nearby dry cleaner. Representing clients from Lejeune, hence, necessitates careful communication and management strategies to ensure TCPA compliance while effectively serving the victims of these unfortunate events.