Workplace Hazards
We have provided this section as a learning center where you can find out how you may be exposed to chemical toxins at work, job– related dangers and carcinogenic chemicals. It's an excellent resource for you to research topics related to benzene toxicity and to learn your legal rights if you have been exposed to hazardous chemicals.
In addition to providing information about specific chemicals, we have included articles that address many popular topics including: Toxic Injury, Leukemia and Cancer, as well as many others related to toxic injuries. If you have been exposed to toxic chemicals at work in California and have developed a form of leukemia, blood disease, lung or kidney disease as a result, please contact us; we can help you understand your rights and options. Talk to a caring and compassionate attorney for a free evaluation of your case and to learn your legal rights.
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Chemical Dangers in the Workplace
Every day new chemicals are used in new industrial processes. Most of these chemicals aren't even tested, before workers are exposed to them!
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Fuel Workers and Hematologic Malignancies
Fuel workers are exposed to benzene in gasoline and petroleum solvents.
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Benzene and Safety–Kleen Solvents
Many auto–mechanics have used the Safety–Kleen Parts Washers, which due to their defective design, have led to benzene poisoning and hematologic diseases in workers.
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Sandpaper: an Unrecognized Hazard
Did you ever think that you might be endangering your health by using this common and innocuous-looking material?
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Beryllium: Will you be the Next Victim?
In nature, beryllium is found in compounds in mineral rocks, coal, soil, and volcanic dust. It is toxic to 10-15% of the Population.
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Exposure to Organic Solvents Causes
Neurologic Diseases
Organic solvents have long been recognized as being toxic to multiple organ systems.
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Carcinogenic Industrial Processes
Industrial processes that pose carcinogenic consequences.
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Chemically-Induced Cancer
The first medical case of an occupational cancer was reported in 1775 by Percival Pott, who described scrotal cancer among British chimney sweeps.
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Chemically-Induced Lung Disease
With every breath, we inhale gases, particles, and vapors. The lungs are the only internal organ that is exposed to the environment.
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Trades Secret - A Moyer Report
No one today can avoid synthetic chemicals, but there are steps that people can take – in their homes and their communities – to lessen their exposures to the most hazardous compounds. The first step is knowledge. "Right-to-Know" -- PBS
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The Alien Tort Claims Act:
A Remedy for Chemical Genocide
When toxic chemicals are banned by Western countries, manufacturers often sell them to third world countries to exploit markets of unregulated societies.
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Frye is Alive and Well in California
Under Frye, only testimony based on novel scientific techniques that has not gained general acceptance in the scientific community is excluded from evidence.
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Our Lawyers Can Help!
If you have questions about benzene poisoning or blood disorder symptoms and are concerned about possible occupational diseases and cancers, we are here to help. Toxic tort and injury laws are complex and confusing. The Metzger Law Group is here to help you. Call us today for a FREE evaluation to find out if you have a case or fill out our free evaluation forms to consult with a member of our caring staff.
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