Exposure to hazardous chemicals, fumes, dust, cleaning agents, solvents, and other toxic substances can cause serious health problems. Some symptoms appear quickly, while others develop after repeated exposure over time.
If you believe your job exposed you to a harmful substance, California Workers Injury Law Center can help you understand your rights and pursue benefits available under California workers’ compensation law in Anaheim.
Employees in construction, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, maintenance, warehouses, and other Anaheim workplaces may encounter hazardous materials as part of their regular duties.
Toxic exposure claims may involve:
The type of substance involved, the level of exposure, and how long the exposure lasted can all affect the claim.
Workplace exposure can affect different parts of the body depending on the substance involved.
Potential conditions may include:
Some employees may not immediately connect their symptoms to their workplace, especially when the condition develops gradually.
Toxic exposure claims can become difficult when an insurance company disputes whether the workplace actually caused the medical condition.
Evidence may include:
Medical evidence connecting the workplace exposure to your condition can be especially important.
Attorney Rae Sadeghian-Levin previously represented insurance carriers in workers’ compensation matters. She now uses that experience to help injured employees understand how insurers evaluate workplace exposure claims and how to protect their rights.
California Workers Injury Law Center can help address disputes involving causation, medical care, disability, and other issues that may arise during the claims process.
If you became sick or injured after exposure to a hazardous substance at work, it is important to understand your options.
California Workers Injury Law Center offers free consultations and no upfront attorney fees.
Call (949) 767-4423 or complete our online form to speak with an Anaheim toxic exposure attorney.
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