Mesothelioma & Asbestos

The number of people diagnosed with asbestos caused diseases in the U.S. continues to increase. Experts believe 60,000 mesothelioma deaths will occur between 2010 and 2030.

Industrial Accidents

Work related injuries harm up to 14 million people annually, with harms including traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, amputations, burns, and electrocutions. Around 20,000 to 60,000 workers die each year from accidents, toxins, and violence at their jobs.

Product Defects

Millions of consumers and workers are injured each year because of defective products. Defects can occur when a product is designed poorly, when a product is manufactured in a manner that differs from the intended design, or when the product does not contain proper warnings or instructions. Defects can occur in automobiles, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, construction equipment, toys, and other goods.

Nursing Home Abuse

Between 1.5 and 2 million elderly reside in nursing home facilities, with studies revealing that 44% have suffered some form of abuse. Many believe the actual number of residents suffering abuse is much higher. Neglect and abuse may result in serious emotional, physical, and financial harm

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Paul & Hanley’s legal team has produced some of the most notable verdicts and highest settlements in the United States. Over 500 of our clients have each obtained in excess of 1 million dollars. Over 250 have recovered multi-million dollar recoveries.

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Benzene Exposure

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Mesothelioma
Benzene Exposure
Lead Exposure
Beryllium
Birth Defects
Manganese

Benzene is classed as an organic solvent.  It is a clear, colorless, non-corrosive, highly flammable liquid with a strong odor.  It is used primarily to make other chemicals and plastics, and is commonly found in organic solvents, degreasers, and in the dye, dry cleaning and petroleum industry.  It has also been an ingredient in some commercial products including dental/denture adhesives and cigarettes.

Gasoline distribution workers, laborers, pipe fitters and refinery workers others involved in the removal and repair of underground fuel storage tanks and refinery workers are at risk for exposure to organic solvents like benzene.  Benzene is absorbed predominately through inhalation of benzene vapors.  It can also be absorbed through skin.

Benzene-Related Injuries

Some benzene health effects, such as central nervous system toxicity, can occur immediately after or shortly after benzene exposure.  Other health effects may develop as late as thirty years after exposure.  Benzene has been known to cause acute myelogenous leukemia (AML), acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) and aplastic anemia.  The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) have determined benzene is a known human carcinogen.  A carcinogen is a cancer causing substance.

What Should You Do?
If you are experiencing symptoms, see your doctor.  Symptoms of the disease are very similar to the flu or other common diseases symptoms often include:

  • Fatigue
  • Malaise (vague feeling of bodily discomfort)
  • Abnormal bleeding
  • Excessive bruising
  • Weakness
  • Reduced exercise tolerance
  • Weight loss
  • Bone or joint pain
  • Infection and fever (pyrexia)
  • Abdominal pain or "fullness"
  • Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly), lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy), and liver (hepatomegaly)

See this page for more information on signs and symptoms of cancer.

Legal Assistance

If you believe you may have been exposed to benzene and have developed leukemia or lymphoma you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and should contact our law firm Paul & Hanley, LLP to speak with an experienced attorney.  Paul & Hanley is one of the leading toxic tort litigation firms in the country.  Call toll-free (800) 281-9804 for a free, confidential consultation. 

We are happy to provide you with a free and confidential legal consultation.  Paul & Hanley, LLP is a California-based firm that is nationally recognized for its outstanding work in toxic torts litigation. Our attorneys are known for their honesty, integrity, and compassion. Paul & Hanley has offices located throughout California, including Berkeley, Los Angeles, Westlake Village (Los Angeles county), San Francisco, and San Diego. Our California malignant mesothelioma cancer attorneys handle cases in courts throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, and across the United States. Please contact us toll-free at (800) 281-9804 if you believe someone in your family is suffering from lead poisoning or if you would like to learn more about lead poisoning and exposure.

Financial Assistance

If you have questions about financial assistance, see our web page on that topic.

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