Toxic Tort
Toxic Tort Lawyers in Baltimore
A toxic tort case involves those who have been negatively impacted by various dangerous substances that can cause a number of health issues both now and in the future. Toxic tort is an area of environmental law that is not widely practiced or even understood by many attorneys. If you or a loved one has been affected by the horrific contamination known is a toxic tort, then it is essential to immediately contact a lawyer from our firm. At Miller Stern Lawyers, we are familiar with toxic tort law and have a proven track record that you can rely upon to help you through your case.
What is a toxic tort?
A toxic tort is a type of case involving a personal injury lawsuit. It involves a claim that exposure to a harmful chemical was the direct cause of the plaintiff’s injury, illness, or their loved one’s death. Many of the common toxic tort cases include:
- Asbestos poisoning
- Drug side effects
- Ingesting certain molds
- Lead poisoning
- Consumer product failure
Many petroleum products, such as gasoline, fuel, oil, and propane, seep into the ground and permeate the groundwater in both commercial and residential neighborhoods. The act of remediation involves the process of removing the petroleum from the ground using machinery to clean the soil and eliminate toxins from the water. Some of the most common chemicals that infect the water include:
- Benzene
- MTBE
- Toluene
- Beryllium
- Pesticides
- Silica
- Manganese
- Asbestos
- PCBs
Side Effects
If these harmful toxins are placed within the human body, devastating injuries and illnesses can result. There are many short-term and long-term effects on the human body that can change an individual’s life permanently. Some of the most common side effects include:
- Brain injury
- Memory loss
- Headaches
- Personality change
- Future cancer risk
- Birth defects
- Chronic fatigue
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- Aplastic anemia
- Asbestosis
- Berylliosis
- Byssinosis
- Hodgkins disease
- Interstitial lung disease
- Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Manganism
- Mesothelioma
- Multiple myeloma
- Pneumoconiosis
- Sarcoidosis
- Silicosis
- Thrombocytopenic purpura
It is important to take every possible step to get the compensation you deserve for a toxic tort. When it comes to improving your situation, it is important to discuss your case with one of our lawyers from Miller Stern Lawyers. We have a friendly staff and the skills to help you solve your case. Contact our firm at your earliest convenience!
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