Orlando Toxic Substance Exposure Lawyer

Construction work is one of the most dangerous fields of employment. Equipment malfunction, building or bridge collapses, and other accidents can all cause severe injuries to unsuspecting workers. One danger that often gets overlooked is the large number of toxic substances that can be found on many construction sites. When employers fail to provide their workers with the information and safety equipment they need, these substances can pose a serious threat.

If you or a loved one is a construction worker who has been exposed to a health-threatening chemical, Orlando toxic substance exposure lawyer Todd Miner can help. Our experienced legal team will research your options, advise you on the best plan of action, and support you every step of the way. Call us today at 407-420-4040.

Construction Site Toxins

Construction workers can be exposed to highly toxic chemicals through the use of industrial adhesives, cleaning agents, tar, machinery fluids, paint, and more. The effects of exposure may be immediate, or they may develop over the course of months or years. Toxins are divided into several basic categories depending on the damage they can do:

• Irritants: Cause immediate physical reactions such as pain, swelling, burning, or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
• Systemic toxins: Attack organs, sometimes causing permanent damage. The kidneys and liver are the most commonly affected organs.
• Neurotoxins: Attack the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord), potentially causing seizures, coma, heart attacks, and respiratory arrest.
• Sensitizers: After the first exposure, people can have severe allergic reactions if exposed to even small amounts of these toxins for a second time. Some people develop multiple chemicals sensitivity (CMS), which causes allergic reactions to very common chemicals.
• Reproductive toxins/teratogens: Affect fertility and sometimes cause birth defects.

If you or someone you love is suffering from the lasting effects of workplace toxic chemical exposure, you may have grounds for legal action. A qualified Orlando construction site toxin attorney can help you win compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and more.

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Orlando construction site toxic substances lawyer Todd Miner has the knowledge and experience your case deserves. Contact our offices today at 407-420-4040 to discuss your legal options.