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Medical malpractice.

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Product liability and industrial workplace accident.

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Auto crash

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Probate estate contest.

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Truck collision.

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Confidential 8 figure settlement

Industrial workplace accident.

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Confidential 8 figure settlement

Tractor-trailer collision.

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$5,500,000 confidential settlement.

Industrial workplace accident.

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$3,200,000 settlement

Motorcycle Accident

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$4,000,000 confidential settlement

Medical malpractice.

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$4,600,000 confidential settlement

Product liability and industrial workplace accident.

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$4,700,000 verdict and settlement

Insurance coverage and bad faith.

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$4,000,000 confidential settlement

Personal injury.

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$2,000,000 confidential settlement

Truck crash.

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Confidential 7 figure settlement

Wrongful death.

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$4,000,000 jury verdict.

Farm property damage.

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Confidential 7 figure settlement

Medical malpractice.

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$7,000,000 verdict

Employee embezzlement

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$625,000 verdict

Auto crash

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$1,400,000 settlement

Truck collision.

Separador

$3,500,000 settlement

Probate estate contest.

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Confidential 8 figure settlement

Truck collision.

Separador

Confidential 8 figure settlement

Industrial workplace accident.

Separador

Confidential 8 figure settlement

Tractor-trailer collision.

Separador

$5,500,000 confidential settlement.

Industrial workplace accident.

Separador

$3,200,000 settlement

Motorcycle Accident

Separador

$4,000,000 confidential settlement

Medical malpractice.

Separador

$4,600,000 confidential settlement

Product liability and industrial workplace accident.

Separador

$4,700,000 verdict and settlement

Insurance coverage and bad faith.

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$4,000,000 confidential settlement

Personal injury.

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$2,000,000 confidential settlement

Truck crash.

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Wrongful death.

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$4,000,000 jury verdict.

Farm property damage.

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Medical malpractice.

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Employee embezzlement

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$625,000 verdict

Auto crash

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$1,400,000 settlement

Truck collision.

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$3,500,000 settlement

Probate estate contest.

Exposed to Dangerous Chemicals on the Job? What Missouri Workers Need to Know
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Exposed to Dangerous Chemicals on the Job? What Missouri Workers Need to Know

Chemical exposure in the workplace can lead to serious injuries and long-term health problems—especially when proper safety measures aren’t followed. Whether you work in manufacturing, cleaning, agriculture, or healthcare, exposure to hazardous substances is a real risk.

How Chemical Exposure Happens on the Job

Toxic exposure at work can occur in a variety of ways:

  • Inhalation of fumes from industrial solvents, cleaning products, or combustion
  • Skin contact with corrosive or irritating substances
  • Ingestion or absorption through contaminated hands or surfaces
  • Repeated exposure to low levels of chemicals over months or years
  • Accidental spills due to improper storage or handling

Common hazardous substances include ammonia, chlorine, formaldehyde, asbestos, pesticides, and heavy metals.

Symptoms and Health Risks of Toxic Exposure

Exposure to dangerous chemicals can result in:

  • Chemical burns or rashes
  • Respiratory problems, including chronic coughing or asthma
  • Neurological symptoms like dizziness or confusion
  • Long-term illnesses such as cancer, liver damage, or reproductive issues
  • Eye damage or vision loss
  • Occupational diseases from cumulative exposure

It’s essential to document symptoms early and seek medical evaluation—even if signs seem mild at first.

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What to Do After a Toxic Exposure Incident

  1. Get medical attention immediately to prevent worsening effects and begin documentation.
  2. Report the exposure to your employer or supervisor and request a written report.
  3. Identify the chemical involved and request a copy of its Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
  4. Take photos of the scene, damaged containers, or equipment involved.
  5. Document your symptoms and ask for specialist referrals if needed.
  6. Track your time off work and all related expenses.

Possible Causes of Employer Liability

In many cases, toxic exposure injuries are preventable. Legal responsibility may exist if:

  • Your employer failed to provide proper ventilation or protective gear
  • You weren’t trained on how to handle hazardous materials
  • Chemicals were mislabeled or stored incorrectly
  • Emergency procedures were unclear or unavailable
  • A third-party contractor caused or contributed to the exposure

The source of the chemical, the safety equipment provided, and how the exposure happened are all important to understanding your legal options.

Chronic Exposure and Delayed Symptoms

Some workers don’t realize they’ve been harmed until months or years after the exposure occurred. If you’re now facing a medical diagnosis linked to past workplace chemical use, it’s still possible to investigate and build a case—especially if records, co-worker testimony, or MSDS documentation can link the exposure to your job site.

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