Even mild exposure can cause injury or medical conditions. This includes brain damage, lasting effects on the nervous system, and brain damage. These events can even prove fatal in the more severe cases of gas or fume exposure.
If someone is exposed to toxic chemicals or toxic substances due to the negligence of another person, they are entitled to compensation.
Toxic chemicals can be exposed at work, at home, and in public or private spaces. Toxic substances that can cause injury:
- Mercury
- Lead
- Solvents, such as paint thinners
- Pesticides
- Manganese
- Hydrogen sulfide
- Methane gas
The exact chemical or material that was used to create the symptoms can vary. Common symptoms include headaches, confusion, severe itching and impaired motor function. Exposed to severe amounts of radiation can lead to more serious complications, such as brain tissue damage.
Summarized from an article by Carpenter & Zuckerman.
