When You Need a New Orleans Toxic Material Lawyer

Why does New Orleans have a problem with toxic material?

The soil and water in the Gulf of Southeastern Louisiana has long been among the most polluted in the country.  This is mainly due to several industries that operate in the region, such as those involved in gasoline production, pharmaceutical testing, and nuclear engineering.

In addition, after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, toxins were released into the floodwaters that permeated the city.  These toxins were absorbed into the soil and drinking water supply of the city.  They are even present now in the walls of buildings affected by flooding. Toxic mold also proliferates in areas that did not experience swift water-removal after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.  The New Orleans toxic material attorneys of Smith Stag, LLC, have spent many years helping clients obtain compensation for the harm these toxins caused them.

How are environmental laws affected by toxic material?

As more information becomes available linking harm to individuals and the environment with toxic exposure, we see an increase in the call for laws and regulations to address and prevent such harm.  For instance, a great deal of the environmental legislation pertaining to the way industries operate originated in the 1970s.  It was during this decade that the National Environmental Policy Act was passed in Congress, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was established.  Still, these laws may not be enough to fully protect the public from harm, and if you suffer the negative consequences of toxic material, retaining a qualified New Orleans toxic material attorney may be your only way to seek redress.

What are the important toxic laws in Louisiana?

Some of the most important laws governing the use of toxic materials in Louisiana come from the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) of 1976.  The TSCA requires businesses that use or create toxic material to adhere to reporting, record-keeping and testing requirements.  The TSCA also restricts the use of certain chemical substances and mixtures, including asbestos, radon, and lead-based paint. Unfortunately, not all toxic substances are covered by the TSCA.  Excluded materials include food, drugs, cosmetics, and pesticides.

Contact our New Orleans toxic material lawyers

If you are in need of New Orleans toxic material attorneys, Smith Stag, LLC, provides knowledgeable and skilled legal assistance that gets results.  Contact us today at (504)-593-9600 to discuss your case.