Repair Mechanic and Painter Files Benzene Complaint in Maryland

BALTIMORE -- A former auto repair mechanic and painter has sued a number of paint manufacturers and distributors, contending that the benzene-containing products are responsible for his non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Jenkins v. The Brooklyn/Progressive Auto Paint Group, et al., No. 24-C-06-005666 (Md. Cir. Ct., Baltimore City).

The complaint was filed July 6 in the Maryland Circuit Court for Baltimore City and asserts causes of action for strict products liability, breach of warranty and negligence.

Plaintiff Kirk E. Jenkins claims that working as an automobile body repairman and painter at various locations for nearly 10 years exposed him to benzene-containing paint products, …