Qualifying for an ethylene oxide claim: Documentation you need

The first step is to establish that you were exposed to the substance and that the illness was caused by the exposure. If you have these documents, contact our lawyers to see if you have grounds for an EtO claim.

Exposure and medical documentation

Exposure documentation can establish when and where you were exposed. These documents contain the details of your exposure and are critical to proving your case:

• Employment records from facilities that used or emitted EtO
• Workplace safety logs, such as OSHA records, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and incident reports
• Maps or schematics showing proximity to EtO equipment or emissions
• The deed to your home or rental lease that establishes you lived in an area with high levels of EtO emissions

Medical records help establish your diagnosis and its effects:

• Diagnosis of EtO-linked illnesses, such as breast cancer, lymphocytic leukemia, myeloma, or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
• Test results, scans, or lab work confirming medical conditions
• Doctor's notes or expert opinions linking the illness to EtO exposure
• Treatment records reflecting ongoing care, medications, and procedures

Personal accounts and environmental data

Personal and witness accounts establish the effects of your illness on your life. Proof of harm includes documentation showing the progression of health decline:

• Personal journals or notes recording symptoms and workplace exposure
• Testimonies from coworkers, neighbors, or family observing your health changes
• Written correspondence to employers about potential exposure hazards

Environmental and local data, if relevant, document emissions present in your area. Assessments and findings from community sources and environmental agencies confirm EtO presence in your living or working environment:

• Emissions testing reports or air quality measurements
• Federal EPA or state environmental department findings
• Local public health studies or reports documenting cancer patterns

Building a strong legal foundation

A compelling ethylene oxide claim must demonstrate a traceable exposure source, formal verification of your diagnosis, and credible evidence establishing the connection between EtO exposure and your medical condition. Documentation should include dates and compelling evidence. Your employment and residential records can provide information about the date and location of your exposure to EtO.

Medical records demonstrate that subsequent illnesses were caused by exposure, while personal accounts and witness statements provide context about how the illness has affected your quality of life. Environmental data from regulatory agencies adds objective evidence that EtO emissions were present in your environment. The more specific, dated, and corroborated your evidence, the stronger your legal foundation will be.

ELG Law can help you build your EtO case

Based on the details of your claim, Environmental Litigation Group's toxic exposure attorneys can tell you which documents will help the most. With over 30 years of experience handling toxic exposure cases, our compassionate attorneys know what evidence strengthens EtO claims. We can assess your documentation, spot any deficiencies, and walk you through building a persuasive case. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation regarding your EtO claim.