What To Do If You Become a Victim of Chemical

Exposure

Toxic chemicals are used in products we use, ingest and live

with every day, including medicine, food, toys, and clothes.

While exposure to toxic chemicals may be accidental, all too

often the exposure occurs due to a deliberate or negligent

industry practice.

When consumers and employees are not warned about the

risks of certain chemicals and are injured as a result, they

may be entitled to monetary compensation. If you or a loved

one has been exposed to toxic chemicals, you should

consult a toxic chemical attorney to protect your legal rights.

5 Important Steps to Take After Exposure to Toxic

Chemicals

When you are exposed to toxic chemicals, it is imperative that you

get immediate medical attention. You also need to take certain

steps to decontaminate yourself and to avoid spreading the

chemical exposure. Five important steps you need to take after

exposure to toxic chemicals include:

- Call 911.

- Isolate yourself (or whoever is affected by the chemical exposure)

to an “isolation room.”

- Close the doors and/or windows to the affected area to avoid the

spread of the chemical exposure.

- Alert people to evacuate the affected area until the area is deemed

safe by the experts.

- Wash or flush the affected area thoroughly with water until medical

help arrives.

Once you have received the necessary medical

treatments for your chemical exposure, you should

consult an experienced chemical exposure attorney to

protect your legal rights. You may be entitled to

compensation for your medical expenses, loss of

wages, and pain and suffering. The right attorney will

expertly handle your case and secure the maximum

monetary compensation that you deserve.

Types and Sources of Toxic Chemical

Exposure

Some common types of toxic chemicals include:

- Asbestos

- Benzene

- Mercury

- Cleaning products used in most households

If you are not sure whether your injuries are caused by

exposure to toxic chemicals, your chemical exposure

attorney may be able to refer you to the right experts

who can help.

Contact Us

If you or someone you know is a victim of chemical

exposure, call Gersowitz, Libo & Korek, P.C. at

800.529.9997 to schedule a complimentary

consultation with one of our experienced New York

Personal Injury Attorney.