Toxic Exposure and Poisoning
Personal Injury Lawyer in Orange County
Toxic exposure and poisoning injuries can happen anywhere. Whether you are exposed to these chemicals in the home or the workplace, the results can be the same. Many chemicals commonly used in everyday life can lead to serious consequences which result in severe illnesses to an invividual. If you have been exposed to toxic chemicals, contact an Orange County personal injury attorney to discuss your situation and develop a strategy for pursuing legal action against those liable for your injuries.
Although many chemicals have side effect warnings on the label, many times the degree of side effects or certain medical developments are not appropriately disclosed to consumers, resulting in severe side effects. Chemicals such as common home products such as pesticides or bathroom cleaning agents have been found to cause serious problems that were not relayed to the consumers, thereafter developing illnesses caused by poisoning.
Chemical Exposure in the Workplace
The a much higher degree, chemicals in the workplace have been known to cause illnesses that can lead to varying types of maladies, including:
- Nerve damage
- Paralysis
- Convulsions
- Lung disease
- Tremors
- Shakiness/loss of balance
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Sudden mood changes/depression
- Short term memory loss
Most businesses are required to carry detailed information on any chemicals found in the workplace, called MSDS sheets (Material Safety Data Sheets). They are regulated by OSHA to ensure that workers are not unnecessarily exposed to toxic chemicals. If you suspect you have been made ill due to a chemical poisoning, contact the Pacific Attorney Group to help you determine if your case qualifies for compensation. You may be entitled to damages for medical costs, lost earning as well as pain and suffering.
Contact an Orange County Personal Injury Lawyer
if you have been injured due to toxic exposure or poisoning.