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Exposure to Radiation

Radiation is a type of energy that comes in the forms of particles or waves. It occurs naturally in the environment in things like sunlight. When utilized carefully and properly, radiation can provide the energy produced by nuclear power plants or enable medical technologies such as x-rays and more. While a small amount of radiation is typically harmless, exposure to large amounts can cause radiation poisoning.

If you work with radioactive materials, it is important that you are given appropriate training and protective equipment so that you are not needlessly exposed to unsafe levels of radiation. Even if all reasonable precautions are taken, however, a radiation accident might still make you very ill. If you have been sickened due to radiation exposure in your place of employment, contact a New Jersey workers’ compensation attorney from Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today at 800-346-5529 to speak with a skilled and experienced lawyer about the benefits which you may be due.

Careers Involving Radiation

There is a wide range of jobs that involve working with radioactive material. To stay safe, you should wear lead-lined equipment, remain behind radiation shields, or take other protective measures. Some careers that involve radiation—and which place an individual at risk for radiation exposure—include:

  • Nuclear power plant workers
  • Nuclear weapons manufacturers
  • X-ray technicians
  • Doctors who perform radiation, vascular embolization, etc.
  • Nuclear pharmacists

Signs of Radiation Exposure

Unfortunately, signs and symptoms of radiation exposure may not appear until after significant damage has already been done. Signs of radiation poisoning include:

  • Nausea
  • Hair loss
  • Skin burns
  • Weakness

Contact Us

People who work with radiation must be very careful to avoid unsafe levels of exposure. Accidents happen, though, and they can cause severe adverse health effects. If you have become ill due to a radiation accident on the job, you may be entitled to worker’s compensation benefits. To discuss your case, contact a New Jersey worker’s comp lawyer from Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 today.