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Benzene, also known as benzol, is a clear, sweet-smelling, highly flammable liquid chemical used mainly in making rubber, plastics, dyes, paints, rubber, resins, detergents, lubricants, drugs, pesticides, nylon and synthetic fibers. It is a naturally occurring compound of gasoline, crude oil and cigarette smoke. It is also a known human carcinogen.

Benzene can be found in small amounts almost everywhere – in the outdoor air, in the home and in the workplace. The most common sources of everyday exposure are cigarette smoke, gas stations and vehicle exhaust. Benzene gases also emit from glues, paints, furniture wax and detergents. City dwellers are exposed to more benzene that those in rural areas. People living in areas with landfills, hazardous waste sites or leaking underground gasoline storage tanks also are at risk of having benzene-contaminated well or tap water.

The effects of benzene on the body vary with the amount and duration of exposure. Brief exposure (not more than 5-10 minutes) to low to moderate levels of benzene can cause headaches, drowsiness, dizziness, rapid heart rate, vomiting, tremors, confusion, and unconsciousness. Exposure to very high levels can cause death.

Workers exposed to high levels of benzene are at the greatest risk of suffering its long-term harmful effects: acute myelogenous leukemia, acute lymphocytic leukemia, anemia and other forms of cancer and leukemia.

Whether it is breathed into the body or taken in by drinking contaminated water, once benzene enters the bloodstream the body stores it temporarily in bone marrow and fat, then converts it into metabolites. These metabolites are believed to be the source of leukemia and cancer caused by benzene exposure.

Workers most at risk of suffering adverse health effects from benzene exposure include:

• Workers in petroleum refineries
• Gasoline distribution workers
• Painters
• Rubber tire manufacturers
• Laboratory technicians
• Shoe / leather workers
• Printers
• Newspaper press workers
• Paper and pulp manufacturing workers
• Pesticides manufacturing workers

Those who have developed benzene-related illnesses face a number of challenges, including the tremendous cost of medical treatments. If you believe you were unknowingly exposed to harmful levels of Benzene, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

At Brown & Crouppen our experienced team of Benzene attorneys offers tough, aggressive representation of working people who are victims of asbestos exposure. When you choose us to handle your Benzene lawsuit, our entire team becomes fully committed to your cause. We’ll find answers, hold negligent companies responsible and get you the compensation you deserve.

The attorneys of Brown & Crouppen are experienced in successfully litigating benzene cases. Our team has strong, knowledgeable lawyers with significant resources and manpower. Beginning with our research specialists, to our medical professionals, investigators and economists, our team is on your side, creating a strong case for you. We’ll find answers, hold negligent companies responsible and get you the compensation you deserve.

Brown & Crouppen can help you make informed decisions about your legal rights, so please call Brown & Crouppen at Toll-Free: 866-991-4700 for your free legal consultation, or save time with our online Contact Form.