Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Toxic Exposure Injury Attorneys in Texas
Herschel L Hobson Law Offices has been advocating for clients' rights since 1983, specializing in hazardous substance litigation and personal injury cases. Our firm combines decades of legal expertise with a deep understanding of environmental health risks to hold corporations accountable for negligence. We provide personalized representation in toxic tort cases involving asbestos, benzene, silica, and talc, while also offering estate planning and maritime claim services. Our attorneys bring unique technical backgrounds to complex cases, including a former professional engineer with a Ph.D. in environmental health. We prioritize client well-being over corporate profits, maintaining a national practice focused on protecting families from industrial hazards.Our legal team has earned recognition through awards and Super Lawyers ratings while maintaining a family-oriented approach to client service. We handle cases from initial consultation through trial, emphasizing transparent communication and dedicated advocacy at every stage. Our office in Nederland, Texas serves as the base for nationwide case representation, ensuring local accessibility with broad reach. We maintain a commitment to community safety by challenging corporate practices that endanger workers and residents through toxic exposure.
Services
Asbestos Litigation
Benzene Exposure Claims
Silica Dust Injuries
Talc Product Liability
Maritime Injury Cases
Personal Injury Claims
Wills and Probate
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined experience in toxic tort litigation
- Our attorneys hold both legal and engineering credentials
- We provide personalized representation with family-focused service
- Our firm maintains Super Lawyers ratings for legal excellence
- We handle complex cases nationwide from our Texas base
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
Services
Asbestos Litigation
We represent clients exposed to asbestos fibers in industrial settings, shipyards, and consumer products. Our attorneys understand the medical complexities of mesothelioma and lung cancer cases. We build strong claims against manufacturers and employers who failed to protect workers and families.
Benzene Exposure
Our firm handles benzene-related leukemia and blood disorder cases from petroleum industry exposure. We investigate workplace safety failures and product risks to establish corporate liability. We work with medical experts to document long-term health impacts from benzene exposure.
Silica Dust Claims
We represent workers developing silicosis and lung cancer from crystalline silica exposure. Our cases target inadequate safety measures in construction, mining, and manufacturing operations. We document occupational history and medical evidence to prove preventable exposure.
Maritime Claims
Our firm advocates for offshore workers injured by toxic substances or unsafe conditions. We handle vessel accidents, refinery exposures, and maintenance & cure claims. We ensure maritime employees receive full compensation under federal protections.
Estate Planning
We provide wills, trusts, and probate administration for Texas residents. Our estate planning protects families while addressing potential toxic exposure-related health risks. We ensure asset protection and healthcare directives for clients facing industrial disease.
People
Herschel L. Hobson
Attorney
Retired Texas-licensed professional engineer with Ph.D. in environmental health. Practicing law since 1983, focusing on toxic tort cases. Combines technical expertise with legal advocacy to challenge corporate negligence.
Tina Hamilton Bradley
Attorney
Award-winning lawyer since 1998, working with Mr. Hobson since 1993. Specializes in hazardous substance litigation and personal injury claims. Maintains Super Lawyers recognition for legal excellence in toxic exposure cases.
Andrew S. Lipton
Of Counsel
Toxic tort specialist with 20 years of focused practice. Concentrates on complex chemical exposure cases. Provides strategic counsel on industrial disease litigation and corporate accountability matters.
Questions
What toxic substances do you handle?
We specialize in asbestos, benzene, silica, and talc cases, including occupational and consumer product exposures.
How long have you practiced toxic tort law?
Our firm has represented clients in hazardous substance cases since 1983, with over 40 combined years of experience.
Do you handle out-of-state cases?
Yes, we represent clients nationwide while maintaining our Nederland, Texas office for local accessibility and support.
What compensation can I recover?
We pursue medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and wrongful death damages from responsible parties.
How are legal fees structured?
We work on contingency fees - you pay nothing unless we win your case through settlement or trial.
Can I sue for workplace exposure?
Yes, we help workers hold employers accountable for inadequate safety measures and toxic chemical exposures.
