Pesticide Exposure
Many employees face various risks associated with their jobs on a regular basis, but some jobs are considerably more dangerous than others. Anyone who regularly works with toxic chemicals or pesticides may be at risk of serious health problems and should be aware of their rights as employees.
If you or someone you love has suffered an illness or injury because of work-related activities, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits for your pain and suffering. Contact the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 to discuss your situation with a member of our qualified legal team today.
Symptoms of Pesticide Poisoning
Individuals hired to work on farms, in gardens, or for food processing companies may be at risk of exposure to dangerous amounts of pesticides and other chemicals. Some signs of pesticide poisoning include the following:
- Rashes, hives, blisters, or other types of skin irritation
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Tight chest
- Difficulty breathing
- Irregular heart beat
- Seizures
No matter what type of injury or illness a worker suffers, he or she should pursue workers’ compensation benefits to help pay for medical bills and time off work.
Contact Us
If you or someone you love has suffered physically, financially, or emotionally because of a work-related illness or injury, there may be ways for you to receive financial assistance. Contact the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 for more information about our services and how we can help you today.