Preliminary Court Approval to Open Notice Period for Current and Future Claimants
ST. LOUIS, MO – MAR 04, 2026 – Eric D. Holland of the Holland Law Firm, appointed as lead counsel for all future claimants, today announced that Judge Timothy J. Boyer of the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court for the City of St. Louis, Missouri has granted preliminary court approval of the $7.25 billion proposed nationwide class-action settlement resolving claims that exposure to Roundup herbicides caused non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL).
Following this court approval, the case will now enter the notice period, where class members will begin receiving court-approved notices informing them of the settlement terms, how to submit a claim, how to opt-out, how much compensation may be available to them, and what their rights are under the settlement. The notice plan is being administered by Signal Interactive Media based in Washington, D.C. pursuant to Judge Boyer’s order.
“Today’s preliminary approval represents a significant milestone toward delivering meaningful relief and finality to tens of thousands of people across this country who have been impacted by NHL due to Roundup exposure,” said Holland. “I wholeheartedly believe that this agreement is fair, provides compensation in a predictable manner, and eliminates the legal uncertainties that victims face. We look forward to seeing this agreement move through the process toward final approval.”
The notice plan will be the best practicable to ensure outreach to the diverse target audiences comprising the Settlement classes and will consist of broadcast, digital, print, out-of-home, grassroots outreach, earned media outreach, and healthcare provider engagement.
Why This Settlement Matters Now
This agreement comes at a critical time for Roundup exposure victims. In January 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States agreed to hear Monsanto’s appeal in the Durnell case challenging the legal basis for many Roundup claims, with a decision expected as early as June 2026. A ruling in Monsanto’s favor could dismiss or significantly limit current and future claims. At the same time, years of major litigation and prior settlements have placed increasing financial pressure on Monsanto, raising legitimate concerns about the company’s long-term ability to satisfy future judgments.
This settlement eliminates those uncertainties. It locks in guaranteed, long-term compensation backed by a dedicated, court-supervised fund, ensuring that claimants are not left empty-handed by an adverse Supreme Court ruling or a potential corporate restructuring. For further information, please visit www.weedkillerclass.com.
MEDIA CONTACT: Eric D. Holland | Holland Law Firm: media@hollandtriallawyers.com
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