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Environmental and Toxic Torts Frequently Asked Questions

Victims of chemical exposure, their families, and even those who are simply at risk should learn everything they can about toxic torts and environmental contamination. The more you know, the better you can protect yourself from exposure and defend your rights if you or someone you love has already been affected. For vigorous representation by environmental lawyers you can trust near Boston and Malden, Massachusetts, contact Rodman, Rodman & Sandman. We can help you make the most of your case.

What is a toxic tort?

A toxic tort is a lawsuit arising from toxic chemical exposure, typically against the manufacturer or supplier of a dangerous chemical that causes an injury or illness. Because illnesses from chemical exposure often take years or decades to become obvious, toxic torts can be difficult to litigate, requiring the attention of skilled environmental lawyers like those at Rodman, Rodman & Sandman.

Who is at risk of toxic chemical exposure?

People who work with toxic chemicals on a regular basis, such as miners, metalworkers, and construction workers, are at the greatest risk of immediate exposure due to breakdowns in safety in the workplace. However, people who live and work near facilities that use such chemicals are also at risk. Improper chemical waste disposal can contaminate the water and soil, causing whole neighborhoods, or even whole towns, to be exposed to toxic waste.

How can I identify environmental contamination?

The effects of toxic chemical exposure can be difficult to identify conclusively because they often do not appear for years or decades after exposure. However, there are certain conditions that are caused exclusively by exposure to certain substances. Mesothelioma and asbestosis, for example, are caused only by asbestos exposure. If you or your loved one is diagnosed with a condition that could be linked to chemical exposure, discuss it with your doctor. Then meet with one of our environmental lawyers in Malden, Massachusetts, near Boston, to see whether you may have a case.

What injuries and illnesses do toxic chemicals cause?

Toxic chemicals can be at the root of many different medical conditions. Cancer is common, as asbestos, benzene, vinyl chloride, and other agents cause different forms of cancer. Many airborne toxic substances cause respiratory problems, such as silicosis and asbestosis. Still other agents make their way to specific organs in the body, causing damage to the brain, liver, heart, kidneys, and more.

All these conditions are extremely serious, and treatment is likely to be expensive even if you have health insurance. When an irresponsible company or individual is responsible, they should pay for the damage they caused. Our environmental and toxic tort lawyers will work as hard as necessary to give you the best possible chance at compensation for your medical bills and other expenses. With our help, you can send a message that dumping toxic chemicals into the environment is unacceptable.

How much money is my environmental or toxic tort worth?

Without a detailed analysis of your case, including the costs you have incurred, it is difficult even to approximate the value of a case. However, if you have been injured and another party is at fault, you have a right to be restored as closely as possible to the physical and financial health you enjoyed before the incident. This means that your settlement should cover your medical bills, lost wages, lost earning power, and all other expenses you may have incurred as a result of the incident.

In many cases, insurance providers, corporations, and others who are responsible for a person's illness will try to offer less money in the hope that the victim is desperate enough to accept the offer. You should never accept a settlement offer without consulting our environmental lawyers. We will negotiate aggressively on your behalf to ensure that you get every cent to which you are entitled under the law. In many cases, our clients receive substantially more even after fees than they were originally offered.

Discuss Your Case with Our Environmental Lawyers

If you or someone you love has fallen ill due to chemical exposure, you need expert consultation as soon as possible. At Rodman, Rodman & Sandman, we have a decades-long record of success in personal injury litigation. We always put the interests of our clients first, and we never leave a single dollar on the bargaining table. Contact Rodman, Rodman & Sandman, located near Boston in Malden, Massachusetts, to speak with our veteran environmental lawyers and get the help you need.