Benzene/Toxic Exposure

Benzene Exposure Lawsuits

People who work with or have been exposed to benzene have an increased risk of developing a number of serious illnesses including cancer, lymphoma, leukemia, and other blood diseases. For people who have had long-term exposure to benzene, their bone marrow becomes unable to produce enough red blood cells to maintain health, leading to debilitating or fatal illnesses.

Workers in industries where benzene is used are particularly at risk

If you regularly work with or are exposed to benzene-containing compounds, such as solvents, printing inks, dry cleaning fluid, paint strippers, gasoline, and rubber ingredients, you may be at risk. If you become ill with a blood disease, benzene or one of its substitutes may be the cause.

Benzene is linked to a number of serious or fatal blood diseases. Don’t hesitate to contact an attorney if you have been diagnosed after exposure to benzene.

Acute myeloid leukemia or acute non-lymphocytic leukemia are two extremely serious blood diseases known to be caused by exposure to benzene. Other types of leukemia and illnesses such as chronic fatigue syndrome are also believed to be related to benzene exposure. If you have questions or concerns about your health, consult with a medical professional. It is also important to seek the counsel of a knowledgeable lawyer who can help to understand your options and your rights.

In many instances, you could have been protected against benzene exposure; the failure to provide that protection could be actionable, allowing you to sue for compensation for your medical expenses and other costs of your illness. The Law Office of Andrew MacLaren Stewart is here to advise you. Contact our San Diego office to learn how we can assist. Call 866.461.0252 or 619.618.2915 for free initial consultation.

The medical consequences of benzene exposure have been confirmed

Scientists have demonstrated that benzene can be linked to illnesses such as:

• Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL)
• Hodgkin's disease
• Multiple myeloma
• Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)
• Aplastic anemia
• Pancytopenia
• Cytopenias
• Myelofibrosis
• Polycythemia vera

OSHA and EPA regulations are supposed to protect you

EPA and OSHA regulations are supposed to prevent over-exposure to benzene. It is important to talk with a lawyer who can investigate the situation and determine how you were exposed, despite such regulations. Contact the San Diego Law Office of Andrew MacLaren Stewart. Call 866.461.0252 or 619.618.2915 to learn more about benzene and its link to illness.

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