Are you worried about possible exposure to Benzene? Would you like free information on your legal rights and medical options?

OUR LAW FIRM RECENTLY FILED A MASS INJURY LAWSUIT AGAINST BP BASED ON THE RELEASE OF BENZENE AT THE COMPANY'S TEXAS CITY REFINERY

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By now, we all know that BP's Texas City refinery blasted 538,000 pounds of dangerous chemicals into the air, including 17,000 pounds of the carcinogen benzene.  This occurred during the forty day period between April 6 and May 16, 2010. 

If you believe you or your family members may have been exposed to these chemicals, you should immediately see a doctor.  After consulting with your doctor, you should consider consulting with an attorney. 

When choosing an attorney, you should limit your choices to lawyers who are Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law.  According to the Texas State Bar, board certification is a "mark of excellence" and a "distinguishing accomplishment" reserved for the top 2% of all injury lawyers in Texas.

You should select an attorney who has experience handling high profile cases that will likely require significant funds to develop.  Ask the law firm to provide you with a written record of their past case results.

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What is Benzene?

Benzene is a liquid chemical that is colorless or light yellow at room temperature.  It has a sweet odor and is flammable.  Benzene evaporates very quickly when exposed to open air.  If placed in water, Benzene will dissolve slightly and float.

What are signs or symptoms of exposure to Benzene?

Individuals who breathe in Benzene may develop the following signs or symptoms.  These symptoms can develop in minutes to hours after exposure:

- Drowsiness;
- Dizziness;
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat;
- Bone or joint pain;
- Irregular menstrual periods;
- Excessive bleeding;
- Headaches;
- Nausea;
- Vomiting;
- Blurred vision;
- Loss of appetite;
- Tightness in chest;
- Pale skin;
- Small red dots on skin;
- Fatigue / tiredness / malaise;
- Flu-like symptoms;
- Excessive bruising;
- Shortness of breath (dyspnea);
- Prolonged fever;
- Swelling of gums;
- Tremors;
- Weight loss;
- Enlarged spleen;
- Enlarged lymph nodes;
- Enlarged liver;
- Abdominal pain;
- Confusion;
- Loss of consciousness

What are the potential long term effects of Benzene exposure?

- Cancer (leukemia);
- Harmful impact on bone marrow, leading to anemia;
- Excessive bleeding and increased chance for infection;
- Birth defects

What are your legal and medical rights following exposure to Benzene?

If you have been exposed to Benzene and suffered harm to your health, you have important legal rights.  You have a legal claim against BP, and against any other company that shares responsibility for the Benzene leak in Texas City.  Do not discuss your claim with company officials, and do not sign any papers.  Before you consider doing any of these things, at least talk with a qualified injury attorney, who can explain to you all of your legal rights following a dangerous chemical exposure. 

Are you worried about potential long-term health problems related to Benzene exposure?  You also have medical rights in connection with your claim.  Again, talk to a qualified personal injury lawyer to learn about your medical rights.

Call us for free information on your Benzene claim.

If you have questions about a potential claim for Benzene exposure, please contact us.  We will answer your questions for free, with no obligations, and we will review your claim for free if you request it.  If we accept your case, we will not charge you anything unless you win your case.