There are many dangerous chemicals and a variety of substances out there that can cause an individual harm if certain precautionary measures are not taken. Hopefully, if these toxic chemicals on present in your workplace, your employer provides the proper equipment as well as educates you on the dangers of the products.
However, unfortunately this is not always the case.
When employer negligence results in a worker’s injury, a personal injury lawsuit in the form of a toxic tort may ensue.
Nolo.com offers this explanation regarding toxic tort:
A toxic tort is a legal claim for harm caused by exposure to a dangerous substance — such as a pharmaceutical drug, pesticide, or chemical. While advances in technology, manufacturing, and medicine have introduced thousands of new products into our daily lives, some of those products — and the substances they contain — can cause serious illnesses in humans.
The most common toxic tort cases include asbestos poisoning, mold exposure, contamination of the air or ground due to chemicals, poisonous fumes and gases, lead paint exposure and toxic medicines.
Have you or a loved one experienced personal injury or illness due to toxic products? Learn more about the dangers involved with these harmful substances and how to obtain a top notch legal representation to help you obtain proper compensation for your pain.