Princeton Chemical Exposure Workers Compensation Attorneys
Chemical Exposure Workers Comp (Occupational Exposure)
Individuals who make their living working around dangerous or even deadly chemicals put their lives on the line everyday that they show up to their jobs. Some of these drugs and chemicals can have devastating and life-long effects to those who are exposed to them. It falls on the employers to not only keep workers safe from exposure to these deadly chemicals, but to also educate them on the dangers of the materials that they work with everyday.
Despite increased scrutiny and regulation from the government, industrial and construction workers remain at risk for occupational exposure. Inhaling substances like fumes, dust, lead, asbestos fibers, smoke or other chemicals can cause severe lung damage and chronic health conditions, including cancer. Examples of some of the dangerous chemicals in the workplace are:
- Lead
- Asbestos
- Benzene
- 2-Naphthyl-amine
- Nickel
- Chloroform
- Mercury
The experienced NJ workers compensation attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have the resources and knowledge to take on your place of business if you are injured by a dangerous chemical while on the job. We can help with the entire process, from filing a claim to working with your employer’s insurance companies to reach an agreement. By aggressively representing you and your interests from the start, you can send a distinct message to your employer that a safe workplace is not optional for employees. While no monetary compensation can make up for long-term damages from asbestos inhalation or toxic fumes; on the other hand, a settlement can help pay for medical costs, lost wages, and provide monies to compensate for the lack of quality of life you have suffered due to your illnesses and injuries.
Our New Jersey workers compensation lawyers will work on your case on a contingent fee basis. This means we do not get paid unless and until we successfully settle your case. Our payment comes only from a pre-set amount of your award and we always factor that into any amount we agree to settle on for our clients. This type of fee system allows people, who might not be able to on their own, to obtain professional and aggressive legal representation upfront and access to all New Jersey Worker's Compensation benefits, without paying any fees.
If you or someone you love has been injured on the job due to exposure to dangerous chemicals, our firm can help you. Contact the New Jersey Chemical Exposure attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein today for a consultation of your case.