West Virginia Occupational Disease & Chemical Exposure Attorney

Occupational Disease and Illness Lawyers

Because of the hard work we do in West Virginia, our jobs can sometimes damage our health to the point that we are no longer able to work. Unfortunately, workers’ compensation insurance companies routinely deny claims for occupational illnesses, regardless of how serious your health condition may be. If an occupational illness is caused by the deliberate intent of an employer or a party other than the employer, those responsible will also often spend vast resources to fight a personal injury claim.

At Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C., our experienced occupational disease lawyers help injured and ill workers receive the disability benefits they are entitled to from workers’ compensation and other available sources. We routinely represent coal miners, oil and gas workers, timber cutters, power lineman, and those who work in other dangerous industries who suffer debilitating illnesses or injuries at work.

Since 1970, we have stood up for the working people of West Virginia, and we have a proven track record with even the most complex cases. We are not intimidated by large employers and their armies of high-priced attorneys, and we put our extensive experience who work to successfully thwart their tactics and secure the most favorable result possible on behalf of each client we serve.

Contact us for a free initial consultation at our Charleston, Logan or Summersville office. We also offer in-home consultations.

What Is an Occupational Disease?

An occupational disease is one that occurs as a result of exposure to dangerous chemicals or environmental conditions. This exposure may occur over a period of many years. Examples include:

Lung diseases, such as black lung, silicosis and fibrosis, from working in coal mines and other hazardous settings
Mesothelioma from exposure to asbestos in brake pads, boilers and other sources
Hearing loss from exposure to explosions
Histoplasmosis resulting from exposure to histoplasma capsulatum spores in bird and bat droppings
Toxic encephalitis resulting from exposure to chemicals such as paint, paint thinners and solvents
Cancer from exposure to chemicals such as benzene
Reactive airway disease from exposure to diesel fuel or chemicals
Carpal tunnel syndrome from repetitive motions performed on the job
Asthma

As your lawyers, we will thoroughly investigate the specific circumstances that resulted in your occupational illness and help you gather the evidence you need to prove that your work was a major contributory factor. Once we have all the facts and evidence, we will analyze your case and explore every potential legal avenue toward recovering full and fair compensation.

Who Do I Pursue Compensation from with an Occupational Disease Claim?

When you suffer an illness or injury on the job, there are several possible sources for recovering compensation. These may include: