San Diego Workplace Exposure Attorney

Workers' Comp Claims for Exposure to Toxins and other Hazards at the Workplace

Although many workers' compensation claims in San Diego are related to accidents, exposure to hazardous substances or conditions may also cause serious injury to workers and therefore may qualify an employee to receive workers' comp benefits.

By consulting a San Diego workplace exposure attorney, you can discuss your right to workers' compensation benefits and can ensure that you properly file your claim to receive the damages you deserve. After all, the types of injuries and medical conditions that may be associated with toxic exposure or other similar situations may be severe and may even cause a worker to lose his or her life. Making sure your rights and interests are protected is important to securing a better future for you and your family.

Examples of Workplace Exposure

There are a variety of different situations in which exposure may cause workplace injuries. These may result from a single instance or from continued exposure. In some cases, such as those involving asbestos exposure, the worker may not see symptoms or be diagnosed for as long as thirty years or more after the original exposure. Family members of workers may also be at risk of exposure, if the worker carries home toxic substances on his or her clothing (this may occur with asbestos fibers in particular.)

Some examples of grounds for workers' comp exposure claims may include: exposure to loud noises, exposure to heat, fire or explosions, radiation exposure, exposure to mold or other naturally occurring toxins at work, exposure to light, and exposure to dangerous chemicals. Exposure of this kind may be more common in the manufacturing and construction industries but may also occur in virtually any work environment.

If you've suffered injury due to workplace exposure of any kind, contact a San Diego workers' compensation lawyer at our offices today.