Dead Creek Health Risks
Families who grew up in Sauget, played in or near Dead Creek, or ate fish that was caught from Borrow Pit Lake are at a grave risk of life-threatening health risks including:
- Leukemia
- MDS (myelodysplatic syndrome)
- Multiple Myeloma
- Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
- Liver, Gall Bladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
- Brain Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Your Rights
The Illinois Department of Public Health found areas around Dead Creek from Sauget into Cahokia to pose a “public health hazard.” If you or a loved one lived in Sauget, grew up/played in Dead Creek, or ate fish caught from Borrow Pit Lake and have suffered any adverse side effects, you may have a claim.
To find out if you have a claim, contact Saville & Flint for help today. Our attorneys are familiar with the serious health risks linked to the hazardous waste that has been dumped into Dead Creek and Borrow Pit Lake in Sauget and are dedicated to protecting the rights of affected families.
Dead Creek Lawsuits
At Saville & Flint we understand the trauma and devastation caused by the pollution at Dead Creek. We are committed to helping injured families recover compensation for physical, emotional and financial losses incurred as a result of toxic exposure.
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with or died from an illness that you believe may be linked to the pollutants dumped in Dead Creek and Borrow Pit Lake, please contact Saville & Flint for help today.
We provide FREE consultations and will not charge a fee unless compensation is recovered.