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Benzene Exposure
| "Efficiency and economy imply employment of the right instrument and material as well as their right use in the right manner." United State Supreme Court Justice Louis Dembitz Brandeis St. Louis & Ohio Rail v. US The Quiet Killer Benzene is a carcinogen. It has been shown to cause leukemia and other types of cancer. It's everywhere. Many companies in the United States use benzene to make other chemicals that are key elements of plastics, resins and nylons and synthetic fibers. It is primarily used as a solvent in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries and to degrease metals. Since 1959, the greatest US source of benzene has been petroleum. According to the CDC, benzene ranks in the top 20 chemicals for production volume and exposure to benzene can occur on many levels. It can be found in the air at low levels in tobacco smoke, gas station fumes, car exhaust and industrial emissions. Air at hazardous waste sites can contain relatively higher concentrations than other areas. Indoor air can contain benzene in higher concentrations than outdoor – the benzene indoors can come from flues, paints, furniture wax and detergents. Benzene leaks from underground storage tanks can leak into groundwater. Life After Exposure The general public is in danger of benzene exposure through contaminated air, mostly from cigarette smoking, from contaminated water and contaminated food. People who work for companies or in factories that make products using benzene are at a greater risk for exposure – and leukemia. Surviving cancer depends on attacking it early and attacking it fiercely. If you suspect that you or a loved one have been exposed to benzene at work at levels that result or are likely to result in health problems, you must seek legal counsel immediately in order to protect your long-term financial and medical outlook. Your attorney should immediately address your medical needs by referring you to an experienced physician in the field – and then address your legal needs based on your medical assessment. The Law Bringing a lawsuit for benzene exposure is based in negligence. The statute of limitations, which is the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit for the wrong, is two years from the date that you realize there has been exposure at dangerous levels because of a negative diagnosis. Chad Pinkerton is experienced in handling benzene exposure cases, and is trained to use his skill and experience to fight for you and your loved one's rights – and to hold the right people responsible for the injury and losses. Chad's medical training, coupled with his legal expertise and experience, makes him the right representative to have on your side. Money Damages Recovery of money can include present and future medical bills and, depending on the facts of the situation, mental pain and suffering damages, lost past and future wages, permanent impairment/disfigurement, punitive damages, wrongful death damages and loss of enjoyment of life. Why Pinkerton? Chad Pinkerton is a powerhouse in and out of the courtroom. His track record of fighting aggressively and successfully for his clients' legal rights reflects millions of dollars* in recovered damages. Chad's background in medicine and experience in the courtroom forge a strong presence whether he is on the phone with the insurance agents, wrangling with opposing counsel, or cross-examining experts at trial. Pinkerton's focus is to make the jury care about his client's loss and feel empowered to do something about it. |
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If you have questions regarding personal injury or wrongful death law, contact us. Our personal injury lawyers offer initial consultations, are available for evening and weekend appointments. Pinkerton’s wrongful death attorneys can handle Spanish speaking clients. Pinkerton Law Firm PLLC offices are conveniently located near Baybrook Mall.
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If you have questions regarding personal injury or wrongful death law, contact us. Our personal injury lawyers offer initial consultations, are available for evening and weekend appointments. Pinkerton’s wrongful death attorneys can handle Spanish speaking clients. Pinkerton Law Firm PLLC offices are conveniently located near Baybrook Mall.
To contact us toll free, call (866) 764-0412 or (281) 332-2002.
*Including attorney's fees.
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