Plant Workers and Asbestos Exposure – Mesothelioma Risks

Power plant worker supervising operations without wearing protective equipment to prevent potential asbestos exposure

Plant Workers Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma Asbestos exposure for power plant workers occurs due to many asbestos-containing materials used for thermal insulation in pipes, boilers, turbines, and other machinery, causing them to have a higher risk of mesothelioma and asbestos-related illnesses. GET YOUR FREE CONSULTATION Navigate This Page Asbestos Exposure in Chemical Plants Asbestos Exposure […]

Silica Exposure Statistics: What Workers & Advocates Should Know

Crystalline silica particles on a table and inside a petri dish

Silica Exposure Statistics: What Workers & Advocates Should Know Silica exposure remains one of the most persistent and preventable occupational health risks in the United States. Millions of workers breathe air containing tiny crystalline silica particles that can scar lung tissue and cause serious diseases such as silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and lung cancer. […]

Oil Refinery Workers Asbestos Exposure – Mesothelioma Risks

Oil refinery workers talking, wearing a red suit, but without masks to protect them against potential asbestos exposure

Mesothelioma in Oil Refinery Workers Exposed to Asbestos Oil refineries convert crude oil into products such as gasoline. To handle high heat and chemical exposure, refineries relied on asbestos-containing materials, including pipes, insulation, and gaskets. Unfortunately, this widespread use of asbestos led to significant exposure for oil refinery workers, resulting in severe illnesses like mesothelioma. […]

Texas Chemical Plant Lawyer

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Texas Chemical Plant Lawyer Chemical plant accidents can cause serious injuries with lifelong effects. If you or your loved one has been injured in a chemical plant accident, our experienced Texas chemical plant lawyers can help you recover substantial compensation. GET YOUR FREE CONSULTATION Navigate This Page Why Hire the Lanier Law Firm for Your […]

Texas Plant & Refinery Accident Lawyer

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Texas Plant & Refinery Accident Lawyer Accidents at Texas plants and refineries are frighteningly common and can cause devastating injuries. The experienced plant and refinery accident lawyers with The Lanier Law Firm can help injury victims hold their employers accountable for unsafe practices. GET YOUR FREE CONSULTATION Navigate This Page Why Hire The Lanier Law […]

Secondary Exposure to Asbestos

Secondary Exposure to Asbestos Secondary asbestos exposure occurs when someone comes in contact with asbestos on the hair, skin, clothing, or equipment of an exposed worker who unknowingly carries microscopic asbestos fibers outside the workplace. It most often impacts family members when the worker arrives home. Secondary asbestos exposure may lead to mesothelioma, and it […]

John Crane: Asbestos Products and Lawsuits

Ropes representing braided asbestos produced by John Crane

John Crane: Asbestos Products and Lawsuits The John Crane Company manufactured and sold asbestos products for nearly a half-century, long after it knew of the dangers and without warning workers or customers. The company continues to refuse to accept responsibility to this day, but The Lanier Law Firm is committed to ensuring companies like John […]

Johns Manville Asbestos Trust Fund, Lawsuits & Products

Johns Manville Asbestos Trust Fund, Lawsuits & Products Johns Manville, the oldest and largest manufacturer of asbestos-based products, exposed millions of workers to asbestos for more than a century. The company filed for bankruptcy in 1982 as a result of its overwhelming asbestos-related liabilities and established an asbestos trust fund. In lieu of a Johns […]

Garlock Sealing Technologies: Asbestos Trust Fund & Lawsuits

Workers with protective equipment closing up an asbestos company

Garlock Sealing Technologies: Asbestos Trust Fund and Lawsuits Garlock Sealing Technologies, LLC is an asbestos company that produced asbestos products long after the company knew of the health risks of asbestos fibers. When Garlock became overwhelmed with its liabilities, it filed for bankruptcy. The Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization included the establishment of an asbestos trust […]

Occupational Asbestos Exposure

Workers with protective equipment inspecting an asbestos roof sheet with the risk of exposure

Occupational Asbestos Exposure Employers are required by law to protect their employees from occupational asbestos exposure. If you were exposed to asbestos at work and developed a disease as a result, you may be eligible to file a claim. Navigate This Page What Is Occupational Asbestos Exposure? High-Risk Asbestos Exposure Occupations Are People Still at […]