Chemical Exposures & Environmental Contamination
Advocating for communities and individuals affected by toxic exposure and environmental hazards with scientific rigor and legal expertise.
Environmental contamination and toxic chemical exposure can cause devastating health consequences for individuals, families, and entire communities. When corporations pollute air, water, or soil with hazardous substances, they must be held accountable.
At Paulos Law, we represent victims of toxic exposure and environmental contamination. We work with environmental scientists, toxicologists, and medical experts to prove causation and pursue justice for those harmed by corporate negligence and environmental violations.
Types of Environmental Cases We Handle
Our firm represents victims of various forms of toxic exposure and environmental harm:
Groundwater Contamination
Contaminated drinking water from industrial dumping, chemical spills, or leaking underground storage tanks
Air Pollution
Exposure to toxic emissions from manufacturing facilities, chemical plants, or industrial operations
Soil Contamination
Property contamination from hazardous waste, pesticides, or industrial byproducts affecting residential areas
PFAS "Forever Chemicals"
Exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in water, soil, and consumer products linked to cancer and immune system damage
Community Exposure
Large-scale contamination affecting entire neighborhoods or communities near industrial sites
Occupational Exposure
Workers exposed to toxic substances, asbestos, benzene, or other hazardous materials in the workplace
Legal Framework
We pursue environmental contamination claims under multiple legal theories:
CERCLA (Superfund) allows us to hold potentially responsible parties liable for cleanup costs and damages. We also pursue claims for negligence, nuisance, trespass, and strict liability when corporations contaminate property or expose people to toxic substances.
EPA designation of PFAS as hazardous substances in 2024 strengthened our ability to pursue accountability for "forever chemical" contamination.
Proving Causation
Environmental cases require sophisticated proof linking exposure to health effects:
We work with toxicologists to establish that chemicals were present at harmful levels. Medical experts connect exposure to diagnosed conditions. Environmental scientists trace contamination to its source. Epidemiologists demonstrate patterns of illness in affected communities.
Our team has the resources and expertise to marshal the complex scientific evidence required in these cases.
Why Choose Paulos Law for Environmental Cases
Scientific Expertise
We collaborate with leading environmental scientists, toxicologists, and medical experts to prove causation
Resources for Complex Litigation
Environmental cases require extensive investigation and expert testimony—we have the capability to pursue these cases fully
Community Advocacy
We represent entire communities affected by environmental contamination, not just individual victims
Commitment to Accountability
We hold corporations accountable for environmental damage and work to prevent future contamination
Available Remedies
Environmental contamination victims may recover:
Medical expenses for treatment of exposure-related illnesses. Property damage and diminished property values. Cleanup and remediation costs. Loss of use and enjoyment of property. Personal injury damages including pain and suffering. Punitive damages for particularly reckless environmental violations.
We also seek injunctive relief to stop ongoing contamination and protect communities from future harm.
Contact an Environmental Contamination Attorney
If you or your community has been affected by environmental contamination or toxic exposure, contact Paulos Law for a confidential consultation. We will evaluate your case and explain your legal options.
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Information about representative areas of practice. This page is for general information only and does not create an attorney-client relationship.