Industrial Diseases

Industrial diseases plague thousands of workers each year. By definition, an industrial disease is any illness that results from harmful working conditions. These conditions are typically everyday risks or occupational hazards that certain workers may face, resulting in an industrial disease over time. These specific health complications can lead to severe illness, lost wages from time off of work, forced retirement, and death.

Exposure to a noisy work environment, toxic substances, or chemicals can all have negative long-term effects on workers. One of the most infamous industrial diseases is the Black Lung Disease, which is prevalent in long-time coal miners. Today workers in potentially hazardous environments may suffer from asbestosis, asthma, chemical poisoning, dermatitis, and severe hearing loss, to name a few. Any of these diseases can harm workers who aren’t aware of the dangers they face or aren’t given adequate safety equipment to protect themselves.

Employers have a responsibility to keep the workplace risk free and inform workers of and protect them against potential hazards. If you are suffering from an industrial disease, your employer may be responsible and you may be entitled to compensation for costly medical bills, lost wages from time off of work, temporary or permanent disability, and general pain and suffering.

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For sound legal advice and assistance with your industrial disease claim, don’t hesitate to contact experienced Austin personal injury lawyer Vic Feazell today at 877-948-4842.