It's no surprise that our world is growing more toxic over time. Air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution. all contribute to not feeling as well as we should.
But what happens when exposure to chemicals and toxins lead to a serious disease, or even death? It can happen. At home, at work, at school, even on the playground. chemicals are everywhere and the threat of unexpected exposure is real.
The U.S. Department of Labor offers these 2001 chemical exposure statistics:
- Chemical burns made up .6% of all occupational injuries for those in private sector jobs.
- Exposure to harmful substances caused 4.4% of all events or exposures leading to injury in private sector jobs.
- Exposure to caustic, noxious, or allergenic substances led to 98 on-the-job fatalities Chemical and chemical product-related injuries and illnesses made up 2.2% of all manufacturing-related U.S. Occupational Illnesses.
(Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, 2004)
What To Do If You Are A Victim of Chemical Exposure
If you or a loved one has been exposed to toxic chemicals, you need professional medical help immediately. Then you need superb legal help. Knowing your rights is one of your most important steps, and the expert South Jersey Chemical Exposure attorneys at Anapol Schwartz can help you understand your rights and how to pursue them to the fullest extent of the law.
Chemical exposure lawsuits are complicated, involving extensive investigation and many legal components. Choosing to work with an experienced chemical exposure law firm like Anapol Schwartz means you're that much further ahead in filing your grievance, winning your case and getting on with your life.
Whether you have suffered individual injuries or are part of a class action lawsuit involving many people, waiting too long to file your claim could be a grave mistake. Statutes of limitations do exist, so another important step in filing a claim for chemical exposure is to do it as quickly as you can. You can begin right now with a free case evaluation.
Throughout the last few years, large chemical and toxic lawsuits have brought positive results for society, including:
- Defective products being removed from the market
- Unethical companies being shut down because of dangerous practices
- New laws written to protect communities
- Millions of dollars in settlements for victims and their families
- Protection for future generations
All of this change came about because someone chose to do something about toxic chemicals. And Anapol Schwartz was there to help.
Anapol Schwartz leads South Jersey in protecting the rights of victims and their families in cases of chemical exposure and toxic torts. Lawrence Cohan, Esq., and David Jacoby, Esq. have more than 30 years experience assisting individuals and groups in pursuing claims and receiving millions of dollars in damage awards.
Our free case evaluations and confidential consultations ensure your claim is processed thoroughly and efficiently, so your family can begin the healing process and gain much needed peace of mind.
