Contractor sues Intel claiming chemical exposure led to loss of smell, taste

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A contractor for Intel filed a lawsuit against the company, claiming he was exposed to toxic chemicals at a Hillsboro facility, which led to his loss of taste and smell, according to court documents.

The lawsuit, filed April 16 by Intel contractor Ivan Higgs, claims he was exposed to the chemicals multiple times in April 2022 while working at the Hillsboro Ronler Acres facility and is seeking over $548,000 in damages.

According to court documents, employees...