Wife Files Benzene Lawsuit After Husband's Exposure
A benzene lawsuit was recently filed against Chevron USA by the widow of a man who passed away due to benzene exposure. The wife claims that it was because of her husband's former employer that he was diagnosed with a benzene related illness and his life was taken too soon. The man was reportedly employed by Chevron USA for many years and it was during his time as a refinery worker that he was exposed to the toxic chemical.
Wife Seeks Benzene Attorney and Justice
Louise Parker reportedly researched the cancerous chemical known as benzene and linked it to her husband's death in 2008. Following his premature death she sought the legal help of a benzene attorney who specializes in benzene-related cases to seek justice for her late husband.
According to the lawsuit, Ray Parke was employed by Gulf Oil, which is now Chevron, and worked in their refinery for many years. During his career with the global company he was reportedly exposed to benzene, which has been known to cause leukemia and other rare blood disorders. Parker eventually developed multiple myeloma and myelodysplastic and his life was taken in December of 2008.
Parker's wife claims that for decades Chevron was aware of the hazardous risks associated with benzene products but failed to inform their workers or give them any form of protection. Instead, they continued to exposure their unknowing employees to the toxic chemicals for years.
The benzene lawsuit also states that Chevron failed to take the necessary precautions regarding engineering, safety, and industrial hygiene to be sure that Parker was not exposed to benzene.
With the help of her benzene attorney, Parker is suing Chevron for exemplary damages.
