Texas Man Files Lawsuit Under Jones Act

A Texas man filed a lawsuit under the Jones Act alleging that he became ill as a result of exposure to the toxic substance benzene. The lawsuit is seeking $75,000 in damages.

The lawsuit alleges that the company failed to provide the man with proper equipment as he worked for the company for 17 years as a mechanic and engineer. For example, the complaint alleged that the company failed to provide respirators when employees worked with toxic substances.

As a result of this exposure, the suit alleges that the man has suffered severe debilitating injuries, ultimately resulting in unemployment. According to the complaint, “Due to the gravity of the injuries, the plaintiff has had to seek reasonable and necessary medical care and attention, which has caused the plaintiff to incur medical expenses for the treatment of his injuries.”

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