Toxic Exposure

Exposure to toxic substances can cause serious, longterm health problems. These harmful chemicals may be found in the air, water, soil, food, or workplace, and exposure can happen through breathing, swallowing, or skin contact. Some health effects appear quickly, while others develop over time and may include cancer, lung disease, neurological disorders, and other chronic conditions.

At Beasley Allen, our attorneys represent people, families, and communities harmed by toxic exposure and environmental pollution. We understand how damaging these cases can be—physically, emotionally, and financially. From small towns to entire regions, we work to hold negligent companies accountable and help those affected pursue justice and protection for the future.

Environmental exposure cases often involve industrial pollution or largescale disasters that release toxic substances into the environment.

Examples include:

• Camp Lejeune – Thousands of people who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune were exposed to contaminated drinking water between 1953 and 1987. In 2022, the Camp Lejeune Justice Act gave those affected a new legal path to seek compensation from the federal government.
• BP Oil Spill (2010) – In April 2010, the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, causing the largest oil spill in U.S. history. Millions of barrels of oil were released, harming workers, coastal communities, wildlife, and natural resources across the region.
• Coal Ash Spill (2008) – A containment failure at the TVA Kingston Fossil Plant in Tennessee released toxic coal ash across more than 300 acres and into nearby waterways. Cleanup took nearly a decade and cost more than $1 billion, with lasting health and environmental effects.

These types of environmental contamination can impact drinking water, soil, air quality, and public health for years.