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Maryland Workplace Chemical Exposure Attorneys

With Law Offices in Bowie, Waldorf, Frederick, Lexington Park, Rockville, and Annapolis

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    Maryland Workplace Chemical Exposure Attorneys

    With Law Offices in Bowie, Waldorf, Frederick, Lexington Park, Rockville, and Annapolis

    Do You Need Legal Help?

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      The Opinions that Matter Most

      “After being rear-ended by a distracted driver, I was injured, my truck was totaled, and for the first time in my life - I needed a lawyer. My attorney, Chris Murphy, was diligent, personable, and fought for me every step of the way. And what matters most… WE WON! I strongly recommend contacting this firm.”

      - C Blue

      “Amazing firm. Went above and beyond in making me feel welcomed, informed, and at ease considering the serious reasons for me being there. It was my first time dealing with something like this and it was comforting knowing I had a whole team behind me working to get the best outcome possible which they did. Highly recommend this firm to anyone looking for a good reliable lawyer who will work with you and be considerate of your well being.”

      - Daniel Torres

      “I cannot say enough good things about this firm. Everyone has been so helpful, I was always included in everything and never left in the dark. The staff is always on top of it and respond back within minutes. I would absolutely recommend this firm to anyone in need! Made my life so much easier with great outcomes!”

      - Sheeba

      Client Testimonials

      The Opinions that Matter Most

      “After being rear-ended by a distracted driver, I was injured, my truck was totaled, and for the first time in my life - I needed a lawyer. My attorney, Chris Murphy, was diligent, personable, and fought for me every step of the way. And what matters most… WE WON! I strongly recommend contacting this firm.”

      - C Blue

      “Amazing firm. Went above and beyond in making me feel welcomed, informed, and at ease considering the serious reasons for me being there. It was my first time dealing with something like this and it was comforting knowing I had a whole team behind me working to get the best outcome possible which they did. Highly recommend this firm to anyone looking for a good reliable lawyer who will work with you and be considerate of your well being.”

      - Daniel Torres

      “The firm developed a program and mitigation strategies to help provide the best possible outcome of the case.”

      - Anonymous

      Client Testimonials

      The Opinions that Matter Most

      “After being rear-ended by a distracted driver, I was injured, my truck was totaled, and for the first time in my life - I needed a lawyer. My attorney, Chris Murphy, was diligent, personable, and fought for me every step of the way. And what matters most… WE WON! I strongly recommend contacting this firm.”

      - C Blue

      “Amazing firm. Went above and beyond in making me feel welcomed, informed, and at ease considering the serious reasons for me being there. It was my first time dealing with something like this and it was comforting knowing I had a whole team behind me working to get the best outcome possible which they did. Highly recommend this firm to anyone looking for a good reliable lawyer who will work with you and be considerate of your well being.”

      - Daniel Torres

      “I cannot say enough good things about this firm. Everyone has been so helpful, I was always included in everything and never left in the dark. The staff is always on top of it and respond back within minutes. I would absolutely recommend this firm to anyone in need! Made my life so much easier with great outcomes!”

      - Sheeba

      What Is Chemical Exposure?

      Chemical exposure causes hundreds of on-the-job injuries and occupational diseases each year, according to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), leaving workers with mounting medical bills and, in most cases, an inability to work. As with other work-related injuries, workers who suffer from illness or injury caused by chemical exposure have the right to file for workers’ compensation.

      Skin Exposure vs. Respiratory Exposure

      Chemical exposure can occur when chemicals are inhaled or exposed to the skin. Skin exposure to chemicals causes more workplace injuries and illnesses each year than respiratory exposure, according to OSHA. The agency estimates that 3.4 employees per 10,000 suffer skin injuries or occupational diseases related to chemical exposure each year, versus 1.9 per 10,000 employees who suffer respiratory injuries or diseases from chemical exposure each year. Some workers may suffer both types of injuries in the same accident or while working on the same job, especially if chemical use is common.

      Chemical Exposure Statistics

      OSHA estimates that 60,000 workers die each year and an additional 860,000 are injured by exposure to various chemicals. Chemicals that can cause serious injury to humans are commonly used in manufacturing, construction, research, and other industries. Even workers in relatively “low-risk” work, like office jobs, may be harmed if they are exposed to dangerous chemicals in cleaning products or office supplies.

      Direct vs. Indirect Chemical Exposure

      Both “direct” and “indirect” chemical exposure can cause harm. OSHA defines “direct” exposure as harm that occurs when a person’s skin, mucous membranes, or other body parts suffer direct harm from contact with a chemical. The chemical may be on the skin, inhaled through the nose or mouth, or introduced to the body in other ways. “Indirect” exposure covers harm caused not by the chemical itself but by toxic compounds created as the body breaks down the chemical in order to expel it from the body’s systems or store it in fat or other tissue. Many occupational diseases can develop from long-term indirect exposure to a chemical, especially heavy metals and other chemicals that build up in the body over time.

      How Is Chemical Exposure Regulated & Who Is Liable?

      Recognizing the widespread use of various dangerous chemicals in workplaces and the harm these chemicals can cause, OSHA provides stringent guidelines for creating, using, destroying, handling, and storing various chemical agents. Employers who do not follow these guidelines may face fines and other penalties in addition to being required to provide workers’ compensation coverage to workers injured by chemical exposure.

      When this exposure arises “out of and in the course of” employment in Maryland, the injured worker may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits to help pay for medical bills, lost wages, vocational rehabilitation, and other expenses. Benefits may be available even if an occupational disease caused by long-term exposure to a workplace chemical is not discovered for many years.

      Helping Workers Get the Compensation They Deserve

      Chemical exposure can cause serious injuries, illnesses, birth defects, and even death. In some cases, tracing the source of an occupational injury or disease back to a certain chemical exposure can be complicated. An injured worker may also be entitled to compensation for certain types of scarring due to exposure to chemicals. At Alpert Schreyer, LLC, our experienced Maryland chemical exposure attorneys have the legal resources and the practical experience to thoroughly investigate each chemical exposure case we handle and to help injured persons and their families fight for the compensation they deserve.

      For a free and confidential consultation, call our office today at 301-381-2655, or fill out our free online contact form.

      Michael J. Schreyer

      Founding Partner

      Andrew D. Alpert

      Founding Partner

      Christopher Murphy

      Attorney

      Michael Berman

      Attorney

      Michael McCubbin

      Attorney

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