Many Sammamish residents come to us after realizing their risk may involve more than “just chemicals in general.” Common exposure stories include:
- Yard and garden treatment: applying weed killer yourself, using concentrate mixes, or handling tools and hoses after spraying.
- Landscaper or HOA-treated areas: exposure occurring while a crew applied herbicides nearby, or while residue was drying/being tracked onto porches, garages, or driveways.
- Secondhand contact: residue carried on clothing, work boots, or equipment returned from a job site.
- Seasonal outdoor routines: mowing or weeding shortly after spraying, or spending extended time in treated areas before precautions were taken.
These patterns matter legally because the case often turns on whether the evidence shows the product was present in the way and time frame that could plausibly connect to the illness.


