Workers at Larson Foundry in Grafton, Ohio were potentially exposed to asbestos, and may develop lung diseases, including mesothelioma.
Many former workers at Ohio steel plants have been diagnosed with asbestos-related cancers, and other serious diseases. The bulk of the cases have been proven to be caused by toxic work sites managed by negligent employers in the steel industry.
The fibers from asbestos can be lodged in the lungs, which can cause permanent damage, and in some cases, tumors. Inhaled asbestos fibers can directly cause cancer and other disorders, including mesothelioma.
Nearly any worker in an Ohio foundry could be at risk of developing serious health issues, including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma.
Joe Lyon is a highly-rated Asbestos Lawyer representing plaintiffs nationwide in a wide variety of toxic tort and mesothelioma claims. The Firm can investigate any toxic exposure issue for Larson Foundry workers and accepts cases on contingency fees to eliminate any financial risk for the families we represent.
Asbestos Exposure at Larson Foundry
Asbestos was used in steel foundries for building and machinery insulation. Countless Americans have been exposed to asbestos. Data from the World Health Organization show about 30 percent of deaths from occupational cancer each year could be caused by toxic exposure.
Asbestos was found in equipment that included the following:
• Ovens
• Hot blast stoves
• Furnaces
• Rolling mills
• Tanks
• Boilers
• Cranes
• Steam pipes
Larson Foundry positions commonly exposed to asbestos include:
• Pipefitters & Plumbers
• Machinists
• Boilermakers
• Welders
• Insulators
• Maintenance Crews
What are the Symptoms of Mesothelioma?
Cases of mesothelioma are often diagnosed 20 years or more after a person was first exposed. By the time symptoms appear, the cancer has most likely reached a later stage.
Symptoms of mesothelioma include the following:
• Pain in the chest and rib area
• Persistent cough
• Trouble breathing
• Mysterious lumps of tissue on the chest and abdomen
• Stomach pains
• Swelling of the abdomen
• Weight loss
Is There Compensation for Former Larson Foundry Workers?
Lawyers claim that asbestos manufacturers knew about potential health dangers of asbestos products but failed to warn anyone, and put profits before Larson Foundry workers.
Workers at Grafton factories have been involved in asbestos litigation for many years. Former employees may have a substantial injury claim due to the amount of toxic products they likely were exposed to.
