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Representing Welders following asbestos exposure in Mesothelioma & Lung Cancer Claims

Because asbestos was widely used in piping and insulation in various industrial areas, welders and other workers were likely exposed over the years, increasing the risk of developing mesothelioma and other related cancers. Much of the asbestos originally installed is still in place, and may continue to be a hazard for workers.

A study published in the American Journal of Industrial Medicine identified welding among the high-risk occupations in terms of asbestos exposure.

Occupational exposure to asbestos is the primary risk factor for lung cancer, asbestosis, pulmonary fibrosis, and pleural mesothelioma, a cancer of the tissue surrounding the lungs.

If you worked as a welder before the 1980’s, you may be at risk of developing a severe respiratory illness, and may have an injury claim against a negligent employer.

Joe Lyon is a highly-rated mesothelioma attorney reviewing welders asbestos exposure and representing injured plaintiffs nationwide in personal injury and workplace exposure lawsuits.

Welders Asbestos Exposure

Welders were likely handling dozens of materials that contained asbestos fibers, including piping, boilers, welding rods, insulation, machinery and protective equipment.

Because of a long latency period of mesothelioma, diagnoses and lawsuits are still quite common throughout the industrial areas of the country.

Hundreds of thousands of welders may have been put at risk—one of the riskier professions in terms of toxic exposure—and injuries are common in industries that include:

  • Auto Industry
  • Shipbuilding
  • Steel & Aluminum
  • Aviation & Aerospace
  • Construction
  • Power Plants
  • Oil Refineries

Welders Asbestos Illness

We know now of a strong link between welders asbestos exposure and lung diseases like mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis. Both individual welders and their families were at risk, when welders brought asbestos dust and fibers back home on clothing and equipment.

Studies have established that welders have been at an increased risk of respiratory illness, as a result of certain toxic exposure throughout a career. Experts have agreed that even a small exposure to asbestos and other toxins can cause adverse health consequences.

Workers who spent years on the job, unprotected and vulnerable, are likely to develop an asbestos-related illness, including:

  • Lung Cancer
  • Mesothelioma
  • Pulmonary Fibrosis
  • Asbestosis
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Adenocarcinoma

Welders Cancer & Toxic Exposure

There are several Welding Injuries associated with welding, the majority of which concern chemicals and inhaling toxic fumes.

For welders, according to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), potential toxins include zinc, cadmium, beryllium, iron oxide, mercury, lead, fluoride, chlorinated hydrocarbon solvents, phosgene, carbon monoxide, ozone and nitrogen oxides. Working in Workplace Ventilation Risks also contributed to the known hazards.

Asbestos may not be the first thing a welder was concerned with when they considered protecting themselves, but it certainly has been deadly for many unsuspecting American workers. Welders were provided protective equipment, such as gloves or blankets, which may have been manufactured with asbestos.

Because of its solid insulating ability, strength and heat resistance, asbestos was commonly used in hundreds of industrial applications, many of which welders would have spent time handling. Some welding rods even contained asbestos or were coated with asbestos.

Even a short duration of asbestos exposure can lead to serious illness and cancer risk. Following a diagnosis of mesothelioma, lung cancer, pulmonary fibrosis or asbestosis, victims and families can contact an asbestos lawyer to investigate.

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Can I Still File an Occupational Cancer Claim?

Many former workers experienced asbestos exposure at the workplace. Work sites may have been filled with toxic materials, and employers may have failed to warn of the future health risks. Filing a toxic exposure lawsuit helps to raise the awareness of job safety and compensates former workers and their families.

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Questions about Welders Asbestos Exposure

Can I File a Mesothelioma Lawsuit?

If you were exposed to asbestos at your workplace, and have developed cancer or a related illness, you are likely to qualify for compensation.

Is it hard to win an asbestos case?

The success rates of settlements regarding asbestos exposure injury are quite high. It may be necessary to prove that occupational exposure is the primary cause of lung cancer or mesothelioma, though this is the job of The Lyon Firm, and we have experience in reaching large mesothelioma settlements.

Why Hire the Lyon Firm

Our Firm will help you find the answers. The Firm has the experience, resources and dedication to take on difficult and emotional cases and help our clients obtain the justice for the wrong they have suffered. 

Experience: Joe Lyon is an experienced  Asbestos Lawyer. The Lyon Firm has 19 years of experience and success representing individuals and plaintiffs in all fifty states, and in a variety of complex civil litigation matters. Asbestos lawsuits can be complex and require industry experts to determine the root cause of an accident or injury. Mr. Lyon has worked with experts nationwide to assist individuals understand why an injury occurred and what can be done to improve their lives in the future. Some cases may go to a jury trial, though many others can be settled out of court.

Resources/Dedication: The Lyon Firm is dedicated to building the strongest cases possible for clients and their critical interests.

Results: Mr. Lyon has obtained numerous seven and six figure asbestos settlements.

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