Mesothelioma and Factory Workers
Factories have historically used asbestos in many applications, including machine components, building materials, and workers’ protective clothing. Thus, factory workers were exposed to asbestos on the job daily, causing many to develop mesothelioma, an aggressive form of cancer. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma after working in a factory, the mesothelioma attorneys at The Gori Law Firm can help you determine your options.
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- Many factory workers have been exposed to asbestos-containing materials in the workplace, resulting in asbestos-related diseases.
- Families of factory workers are also commonly at risk of mesothelioma through secondary exposure.
- If you worked in a factory and have since been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness, The Gori Law Firm can help.
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- Mesothelioma Compensation for Factory Workers
- Asbestos Exposure Risks for Factory Workers
- Which Factory Jobs Have the Highest Risk of Exposure?
- Why Choose The Gori Law Firm for Your Mesothelioma Claim?
- If You’ve Developed an Asbestos-Related Disease After Working at a Factory, You May Be Entitled to Compensation
- Factory Asbestos Exposure FAQs
Mesothelioma Compensation for Factory Workers
Factory workers are highly likely to develop mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases from asbestos exposure on the job. If you have contracted an asbestos-related disease as a result of factory work, you may be eligible to pursue various options for mesothelioma compensation.
Mesothelioma Lawsuits
Generally, factory workers sickened by asbestos exposure are entitled to pursue mesothelioma lawsuits against those responsible for their illnesses, such as asbestos product manufacturers and suppliers.
Mesothelioma patients can pursue two types of damages—economic and non-economic. Economic damages cover financial losses like medical bills, lost wages, and lost earning capacity. Non-economic damages compensate victims for the harder-to-value impacts on their lives, such as pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life.
The families of mesothelioma patients who have died from the disease may also be able to recover damages stemming from their loved ones’ deaths. Wrongful death lawsuits compensate certain immediate family members of mesothelioma victims for damages such as loss of household income, medical treatments, funeral expenses, and grief.
Asbestos Trust Funds
Many asbestos companies have filed for bankruptcy in response to the wave of lawsuits filed over exposure to asbestos in their products. The bankruptcy courts have ordered these companies to create asbestos trust funds to compensate asbestos-exposure victims.
If one of these bankrupt companies is responsible for your asbestos exposure and resulting illness, you can submit a claim with a trust fund. You may also be eligible to submit claims with multiple funds depending on the parties responsible for exposing you to asbestos. These trust funds contain approximately $30 billion combined.
A knowledgeable mesothelioma lawyer can help you determine your options for maximizing trust fund compensation.
Asbestos Exposure Risks for Factory Workers
Workers in factories of all types and sizes have commonly been exposed to asbestos in building materials, boiler room equipment, machinery components, and more. Exposure puts them at high risk for developing mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases decades later.
Which Factory Jobs Have the Highest Risk of Exposure?
Any person working in a factory of any type may experience asbestos exposure in the workplace. However, workers employed in some occupations may be more likely to handle or work around asbestos, increasing the risk of asbestos-related disease. These occupations include the following.
Workers in Chemical Factories
Until the government began limiting the use of asbestos in the 1970s and 80s, chemical technicians were frequently exposed to asbestos in the workplace due to its widespread use as a lightweight fireproofing material. Chemical workers were also more likely to handle asbestos directly while manufacturing asbestos products.
Maintenance Workers
Maintenance workers perform numerous duties at factories, including cleaning, remodeling, HVAC maintenance, and other tasks related to building upkeep. All these jobs likely exposed maintenance workers to asbestos, particularly those working in older facilities where asbestos may have been used as a construction material.
Millwrights and Machinists
Millwrights and machinists commonly handled asbestos in the form of gaskets, electrical wiring, packing, boiler insulation, and other machine components, and many developed mesothelioma as a result. In addition to compensation from lawsuits and trust fund claims, former U.S. Navy machinist’s mates may also be eligible for VA disability benefits.
Sheet Metalworkers
Up until the 1980s, the metalwork industry was rife with asbestos use as a component in insulation, machinery, and even the protective clothing worn by sheet metalworkers. Many sheet metalworkers suffered from significant asbestos exposure through factory jobs.
Family Members - Secondary Exposure
Many factory workers worked in environments where asbestos was used as a construction or building material. Thus, factory workers were often exposed to asbestos without realizing it. Unfortunately, factory workers often unknowingly exposed their families to asbestos by bringing home microscopic asbestos fibers on clothes, hair, and skin.
Most family members of factory workers never knowingly handled asbestos at all. However, everyday activities such as washing family clothes with asbestos-contaminated clothing may have caused asbestos exposure. Family members often don’t discover their exposure until they receive mesothelioma diagnoses.`
Why Choose The Gori Law Firm for Your Mesothelioma Claim?
At The Gori Law Firm., we have over 20 years of legal experience with mesothelioma and asbestos exposure claims. We believe our clients get the best outcome when our entire team works together. Our team works closely with each client to provide them the personalized support and resources they need throughout their cases.
We’re not just serious about advocating for our clients; we’re also dedicated to eliminating asbestos-related diseases by funding mesothelioma research. For every free case consultation we conduct, we make a donation to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation. Our charitable relationships with the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation and the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization are some of the advocacy we’re most proud of.
Millions Recovered for Factory Workers Exposed to Asbestos on the Job
We’ve recovered over $4 billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients and pride ourselves on obtaining these life-changing results. Recent successful results include the following:
If You’ve Developed an Asbestos-Related Disease After Working at a Factory, You May Be Entitled to Compensation
You have enough on your plate fighting asbestos-related illness. You need a hardworking attorney who will fight for you. The Gori Law Firm can pursue the justice you deserve for your mesothelioma or other asbestos-related illnesses. Our experienced attorneys have over 100 years’ worth of combined legal experience. Call our nationwide, 24/7 toll-free hotline at 618-659-9833 or contact us via our website today for a free case consultation.
Factory Asbestos Exposure FAQs
How Can I Prove My Asbestos Exposure Happened on the Job as a Factory Employee?
Even though factory workers are highly likely to be exposed to asbestos at work, proving your asbestos exposure claim against a current or former workplace takes more than simply having worked in a factory in the past. To succeed in your claim, you’ll need an existing diagnosis of mesothelioma or other asbestos-related illness. You’ll also need evidence pinpointing the exact source of your exposure. An attorney can conduct an in-depth investigation to prove your case.
How Long Do I Have To File a Factory Worker Asbestos Exposure Claim?
Each state has a statute of limitations setting the deadline for filing a mesothelioma claim. The statute of limitations period for your claim begins the day you receive your diagnosis. If you miss the deadline, you can’t file for compensation. If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma and believe you were exposed to asbestos at work, it’s important to talk to an attorney right away about filing a claim while you legally have the chance to do so.
Are Family Members of Factory Workers Also at Risk for Asbestos Exposure?
Family members of factory workers are at risk of developing asbestos-related diseases through secondary exposure. Secondary exposure occurs when family members of factory workers unknowingly come into contact with asbestos fibers their loved ones bring home from work on skin, hair, or clothing.
How Long Does It Take To Resolve a Factory Asbestos Exposure Case?
There’s no set timeline for receiving a payout from an asbestos-exposure lawsuit. The timeline for a settlement payout varies dramatically from case to case, depending on the nature of the claim and the complexity of the facts. In general, lawsuits take longer to resolve than asbestos trust fund claims. A case might be settled in as little as 90 days, but a typical payout timeline for a moderately difficult case is about 12 to 18 months. In rare instances, the most complicated asbestos exposure cases can stretch out for years.
