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Benzene Lawsuits
Exposure to benzene, an industrial chemical, has been linked to the development of several forms of cancer and leukemia as well as other life-threatening health issues. Although problems with benzene have been known for years, workers in many industries have been exposed to hazardous solvents and chemicals without being warned about the dangers. [...]
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Benzene Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against Chevron
A Texas family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Chevron, charging that their father and husband, Luther Wesley Miller, died of complications due to Benzene exposure while working at Texaco.
Benzene Problems at Indiana BP Refinery Lead to Call for Investigation
Congressmen from around the Great Lakes are urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to investigate problems at a British Petroleum (BP) oil refinery in Indiana, where illegal amounts of benzene, a known carcinogen, were allegedly released.
Treanda Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Cases Lead to New Warnings
According to Cephalon, Inc., at least two users of their cancer drug Treanda developed a severe form of the skin condition Stevens-Johnson syndrome, known as toxic epidermal necrolysis, and at least one has died. As a result, the drug’s warning label will be updated about the risk of using the drug in combination with allopurinol. [...]
Illinois Benzene Lawsuit Filed by Man with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
A man who developed non-Hodkin’s Lymphoma after working as a laborer at multiple factories over a period of 44 years filed a benzene lawsuit in Illinois state court on February 18, 2009.
Benzene Exposure Levels at BP Plant Lead to $180 Million Settlement
A government pollution lawsuit over benzene emissions at a refinery in Texas City, Texas, has resulted in a settlement where BP Products North America, Inc. will pay nearly $180 million in fines and improvements for their pollution control.
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