Toxic Chemical Exposure Lawyers in Chicago, Illinois

Item: Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.
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Author: Heather Boston

Illinois residents may be exposed to toxic chemicals in the home, at work or in other places where they may not even realize that they are absorbing or inhaling a dangerous and potentially deadly substance. Toxic chemical exposure can cause immediate effects, such as allergies, rashes, headaches, dizziness, nausea or difficulty breathing and swallowing. Often, the effects develop more gradually and result in diseases, liver failure or cancer. In a number of cases, exposure to toxic chemicals has been caused by the negligent or reckless conduct of an individual or company.

If you or a loved one has been harmed by toxic chemical exposure, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, or pain and suffering. The Illinois toxic chemical exposure lawyers of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. have the experience and expertise to handle your case and secure the maximum monetary reward you deserve. We have obtained more than $2.5 billion in verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients, including an Illinois-record $363 million jury verdict in a toxic exposure case. The verdict includes $38 million in compensatory damages and $325 million in punitive damages. It is the highest jury verdict on record for an individual plaintiff in Illinois.

Types and Sources of Toxic Chemical Exposure

Some of the most commonly found toxic chemicals are:

Asbestos: These cancer-causing dust particles can be found in a wide variety of workplace settings because asbestos was once a common construction and insulation material. The signs of mesothelioma can take years or decades to develop.
Benzene: A toxic vapor typically introduced through paints, benzene may cause leukemia. Headaches, nausea and rashes are some of the first indicators of exposure.
Mercury: This poisonous chemical may be absorbed or inhaled and can produce permanent damage to the nervous system. Loss of muscle control and coordination are early signs of mercury poisoning. Toxic chemicals can be present in many different forms, including liquids and gases. It has been estimated that, since 1950, more than 70,000 new chemical compounds have been created and released into the environment. These hazardous chemicals may be found in a number of places:
At home: Cleaning products, personal care products and lead paints are common sources of dangerous toxins in the home. The Consumer Protection Agency has reported that as many as 150 chemicals may be linked to birth defects, cancer and mental disorders.
At work: Workers may encounter toxic dust, vapors or liquids at their place of business frequently at factories or industrial plants. Sometimes, chemicals are released when an object changes form, such as dust particles which are emitted from sawn wood or vapors that come from burning certain materials. Even working in an office can be dangerous if asbestos is present or toxic molds are in a buildings heating and cooling systems.
Outdoors: Many watersheds, rivers, streams, lakes and ponds have become contaminated as the result of accidental spills, illegal dumping or hazardous waste disposal. Factories may also emit dangerous chemicals into nearby residential areas.

Contact Us Today

If you or a loved one has suffered toxic chemical exposure as the result of another’s negligent or reckless conduct, the Illinois toxic chemical exposure lawyers of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. can help. We have offices in Chicago and Waukegan, and we represent clients throughout Illinois. For a free, no-obligation consultation, call us today at 312-372-1227 or use our online form.