You might be wondering if you can file a lawsuit if you’ve been exposed to toxic chemicals. While toxic exposure lawsuits do happen, they can be complicated to bring forward and win. In our brief post today, we’ll discuss what you’d need to prove in order to have a case.
Types of Toxic Exposure
Unfortunately, there are many different substances that can be harmful to human health.
These could include:
- Mold
- Lead/heavy metals
- Asbestos
- Pesticides
- Certain gases
Some hazardous chemicals can have negative, long-lasting impacts on your health.
Symptoms of Toxic Exposure
Symptoms of toxic exposure can vary depending on a number of factors such as length and intensity of exposure. Additionally, the same exposure can impact two individuals differently.
Some symptoms of toxic exposure could include:
- Respiratory distress
- Nausea/abdominal pain
- Hives/skin reactions
- Neurological impairments
- Birth defects
- Certain cancers
- Eye irritations
- Reproductive disorders
Proving You Were Exposed
It is not always simple to prove that you were exposed to a harmful chemical and that the chemical made you sick.
So, what are some potential pieces of evidence you could use?
- Reports or outside experts showing how you were exposed
- Medical records
- Reports of others in your proximity getting similar illnesses
- Public warnings of hazards of the particular chemical
It’s a very good idea to reach out to a personal injury attorney who handles toxic exposure cases. He or she may have additional ideas for evidence related to your case.
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