Toxic Torts, Chemical Exposure, and Toxic Mold
Toxic torts affect the health and safety of large numbers of people, and exposure to chemicals -- in or out of the workplace -- can come with a number of different risks. Even mold found in the home can lead to illness. Who is liable in these scenarios, and what are your legal rights? Get the answers here.
Learn the basics of toxic tort law: liability for damage from pesticides, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals drugs.
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Nearly 15 years after the BP Deepwater Horizon explosion and oil spill, the legal fight goes on. Find out if you might have a claim for compensation.
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