Exposure to benzene results in multiple different cancers and serious illnesses. If you live in Chicago, there are lawyers who want to represent your case against a past employer or government agency for exposing you to this highly toxic substance. A benzene lawsuit can help cover your medical expenses, loss of income, and pain and suffering. Before you begin, there are a few things you need to know.
Exposure, Jobs, and Length of Time Exposed
If you worked a job where you had exposure to and/or contact with benzene every day or almost every day, it’s fairly certain that your resulting illness stems from that. The length of time you were exposed to benzene and the type of work you did play a big part in a benzene lawsuit. If you were only mildly exposed for less than a day, it may be difficult to connect your illness to benzene. Your lawyer will discuss this work history with you to determine if your case is strong enough.
Timing of Onset
As toxic as benzene is, there’s still a time of onset for any of the related cancers. If your illness doesn’t connect to an expected time of onset from the moment of first exposure, it may be difficult to prove that your case is part of a benzene lawsuit. The courts have to look at when you were first exposed and when your last exposure to benzene was to see if your illness can be tied to benzene.
For more information contact Benzene Lawyers today to learn more.
