by MHK Attorneys | Sep 8, 2019 | Toxic Exposure, Workers' Compensation
Today’s industrial workforce relies heavily upon equipment and machinery to complete important tasks. Many of these machines and conveyances use diesel engines, which often release toxic fumes into the air through their exhaust systems. If not controlled, these...
by MHK Attorneys | Aug 11, 2019 | Toxic Exposure, Workers' Compensation
Beryllium is a metal used across an array of industries including coal blasting space exploration and nuclear energy. It has become a valuable resource for engineers due to its lightweight strength and its ability to withstand the harsh environments many industries...
by MHK Attorneys | Jun 26, 2019 | Toxic Exposure, Workers' Compensation
Some Lehigh Valley workers may worry about damage caused by breathing in toxic substances while on the job. Hazardous chemicals and other poisonous materials have several ways to enter the body, including through an employee’s skin. Estimates state over 13...
by MHK Attorneys | Jun 4, 2019 | Toxic Exposure, Workers' Compensation
Most of us don’t know exactly what hazards might be lurking in the workplace, especially if we don’t work in an industrial setting. It’s true that manufacturing jobs can be dangerous, as they often involve exposure to chemicals, high-powered...
by MHK Attorneys | May 13, 2019 | Toxic Exposure, Workers' Compensation
The Department of Environmental Protection announced on April 27 that they will step up air-quality monitoring near natural gas compressor stations. One site in Susquehanna County found levels of PM2.5, which is a particulate matter that could be harmful to those who...
by MHK Attorneys | Mar 25, 2019 | Toxic Exposure, Workers' Compensation
Yes. If you work construction or in a heavy-industrial setting, welding might be something you see every day. Whether it’s your job to operate a welder or you work nearby, however, you need to be aware of the potential hazards of exposure to potentially toxic...
