Benzene Exposure
Benzene, recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a top industrial chemical and a known carcinogen, poses significant risks to workers exposed to high levels. OSHA lists the industries that make or use benzene as those where workers were most exposed, those include:
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Petrochemical
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Petroleum Refining
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Coke and coal Manufacturing
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Rubber & Tire Manufacturing
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Printers & Print Shops
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Firefighters
Not all employers adhere to the requisite safety measures to shield their employees from benzene and its potentially devastating effects. Unfortunately, this exposure can lead to a variety of serious health issues that can be the basis for a legal claim.
Health Risks Associated with Benzene Exposure
Long-term exposure to benzene can result in numerous health complications:
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AML (Acute Myelogenous Leukemia or Acute Myeloid Leukemia)
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CLL (Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia)
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MDS (Myelodysplasia or Myelodysplastic Syndrome)
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NHL (Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, also known as B-cell lymphoma or follicular lymphoma)
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Multiple Myeloma
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Kidney Cancer/Kidney Disease
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Bladder Cancer
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Liver Cancer
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Sino-Nasal Cancer
If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with any of the above conditions linked to benzene, please call Hiatt Law Group’s office immediately for a
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By choosing Hiatt Law Group, you are getting an experienced and dedicated team that understands the complexities of firefighting foam exposure and its health implications and is ready to fight for you.