Solvents are industrial chemicals that are used for purposes such as dry cleaning, manufacturing, paint stripping and cleaning and degreasing metal. Millions of workers and other Americans are exposed to solvents every day, which can lead to cancer, kidney, liver, respiratory, reproductive and nervous system damage and other conditions. In addition to workplace exposure, contact with industrial solvents may occur through air or groundwater contamination resulting from the manufacture, use or disposal of a given solvent. To prevent work injury, employers are responsible for identifying workplace hazards and alerting employees to them.

Examples of common solvents include the dry cleaning solvent perchloroethylene (PERC), a potential carcinogen; methylene chloride (also known as dichloromethane), which is used for paint stripping, pharmaceutical manufacturing and metal cleaning and degreasing; benzene; and trichloroethylene (TCE), which is used as a solvent and is found in adhesives, spot removers and paint removers.

Industrial solvent lawsuits help victims and can bring about positive changes benefitting countless others who face dangerous exposure to these toxins. If you suspect that you or a loved one is suffering from a solvent-related health condition, it is crucial to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Our skilled trial lawyers can help you secure all of the compensation to which you may be entitled. This may include compensation for pain and suffering, financial loss, emotional distress and past, current and future medical expenses. In some cases, you may also be entitled to punitive damages for another party’s wrongdoing. Our dedicated attorneys can also help you deal with your insurance company, as well as the insurer of the other party or parties. The insurance companies have lawyers working hard to minimize their payouts; you need a lawyer who will work just as hard for you.

At Feldman Shepherd, we are committed to helping our clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey obtain the best possible recovery as expeditiously as possible. We are here to serve you with hard work, attention to detail and a caring approach tailored to your individual needs. If we may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today.