The American Lung Association of California (ALAC) has been aware of the health risks associated with diesel exhaust. These fumes have caused many people to experience symptoms and significant health issues. The World Health Organization (WHO) has verified what many people have suspected for several years. Diesel gas fumes are extremely toxic and can cause people to develop lung cancer and more.
Exposure
Individuals who are exposed to diesel exhaust may experience health issues immediately. These exhaust fumes can irritate a person’s lungs, eyes, throat, and nose. Some people develop headaches, nausea, coughs as well as lightheadedness and more. Studies have been conducted showing individuals with allergies are more vulnerable to the source of their allergies after experiencing diesel exhaust fumes. It can also cause people with chronic respiratory symptoms to have an increase in their asthmas attacks as well as experience a more intense attack.
Regulations
Heavy as well as medium-duty trucks, locomotives, construction equipment, generators and more produce diesel exhaust fumes. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has implemented very strict emissions standards concerning diesel exhaust. In 2007, manufacturers developed technology that significantly improved diesel exhaust emissions. Other governmental agencies including the National Institute for Occupational Safety (NIOSH) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have developed limits on exposure. Employers of companies using machines that produce diesel exhaust are held accountable.
Diesel Exhaust Litigation
Even with increased limits and regulations on diesel exhaust, it continues to be a source of health issues for many people. In many cases, liability has been successfully proven by using experts who can establish a connection between an individual’s physical problems and their exposure to diesel exhaust fumes. This can be done scientifically as well as medically. Many victims have been forced to pursue a diesel exhaust lawsuit against those responsible for their condition.
When people have their physical health significantly damaged by being exposed to diesel exhaust fumes, they deserve compensation. These victims need to consider a diesel exhaust lawsuit. The legal professionals at Diesel Injury Law have the knowledge and experience necessary to help victims of diesel exhaust fumes get fair compensation. Contact us today at dieselinjurylaw.com. Like us on our facebook page.
