Cincinnati Chemical Burn Lawyer
Chemical burns occur when corrosive chemicals come into contact with the skin or other body parts, causing the skin to dissolve and potentially causing systemic injuries as well. Most chemical burns occur as a result of very strong acid such as sulfuric acid (found in battery acid) or a strong base such as sodium hydroxide (found in lye), but other chemicals may cause reactions as well.
Wherever toxic chemicals are stored, there is typically someone responsible for maintaining their storage and safety. If that person is negligent in their duties, or a product designed to contain such chemicals is defective, they may be found liable for injuries that occur. If you suffer a chemical burn because of the negligence of another person or entity, contact Cincinnati chemical burn attorney Shawn M. Stepleton today at 513-321-7733, and we can evaluate your case.
What Can Cause Chemical Burns?
There are many chemicals both household and industrial, which cause chemical burns. The following is a list of some of the more common chemical agents:
- Battery Acid (Sulfuric Acid)
- Lye (Sodium Hydroxide)
- Bleach
- Concrete Mix
- Chlorine Tablets
- Borax (Boric Acid)
- Drano, or other drain cleaners
Cincinnati chemical burn attorney Shawn M. Stepleton can help you if your burn injury has been caused by unnecessary or preventable exposure to any of these hazardous substances.
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Unsafe chemicals must be safely contained and monitored to ensure that they don’t injure other people. Despite all precautions, it is still possible to be injured by dangerous chemicals, and if those injuries occur as a result of someone else’s negligent behavior or a defective product, you may be entitled to compensation.
If you have been burned or injured by a chemical, contact Cincinnati chemical burn lawyer Shawn M. Stepleton today at 513-321-7733, and we will work to provide you with your just compensation.