Asbestos, Chemicals & Toxic Torts

Mesothelioma and related health problems affect thousands of people each year, usually as a result of prolonged exposure to asbestos on the job. Learn about your legal rights if you have an asbestos-related illness, and get information on toxic mold, dangerous chemicals like benzene and beryllium, and more.

Think you have a legal claim for an asbestos-related illness? Here's what to expect regarding the kind of claim you have, how long it'll take, the witnesses you'll need, and more.

Learn the basics of toxic tort law: liability for damage from pesticides, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals drugs.

What's toxic mold, where is it found, and who might be legally responsible for your infestation or exposure?

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