Workplace Asbestos Exposure

More than 1.3 million U. S. construction workers are exposed to asbestos each year. It is estimated that there will be about 250,000 cases of malignant Mesothelioma before 2020.

Asbestos Exposure

Over 27 million people in the U. S. are at risk of developing malignant Mesothelioma from asbestos exposure. Asbestos manufactures knew of the long term dangers of asbestos exposure but chose to ignore or downplay the role asbestos played in many reported illnesses.

Diagnosed With Mesothelioma

More than 10,000 Americans in the U. S. will be diagnosed with Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases each year. Malignant Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart and major organs of the body.

Mesothelioma & Asbestos

The number of people diagnosed with asbestos caused diseases in the U.S. continues to increase. Experts believe 60,000 mesothelioma deaths will occur between 2010 and 2030. The 3 main treatments for Mesothelioma are: surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.

Asbestos Dust

Malignant Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos through ingestion or inhaling of microscopic asbestos fibers as small .3 microns. Mesothelioma symptoms may not appear for 10-40 years after first exposure.

Our Experience

The Law Offices of Jerry Neil Paul has produced some of the most notable verdicts and highest settlements in the United States. Over 500 of our clients have each obtained in excess of 1 million dollars. Over 250 have recovered multi-million dollar recoveries.

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Failure to Use Electrical Grounding Procedures

Electrical shock can cause muscle contractions, pain, burns, unconsciousness and death. Internal bleeding and destruction of tissues, nerves, and muscles also can occur.  Electric shocks occur when electrical current passes through the body. Both low and high voltage systems pose hazards. The severity of injury will depend on the voltage, amperage, resistance, and the length of time the shock lasts.  
 
Grounding is one way to prevent electrical shock and is required by OSHA regulations for electrical systems, equipment, tools, and circuits. Any metal part that could become energized and touched by a worker should be grounded and at 0 volts. If grounding is not done properly, unwanted voltage cannot be safely eliminated. 
 
Improper grounding can occur if insulation, wire, or cable are damaged or improperly installed. Electrical tools and electrical cords that are bent or in disrepair also pose a hazard. Sometimes, electrical systems are grounded to metal pipes that serve as continuous path to ground. If any section of pipe is replaced with a material that does not conduct electricity, electrical shock can occur. 
 
The responsibility of using proper grounding procedures may reside with any number of contractors on a jobsite. Manufacturers and distributors also may be liable for the supply of faulty electrical components, equipment, and tools, resulting in harm. Defects may include manufacturing defects, defects in design, or defects in the instructions or warnings associated with the product. If you or a loved one has been seriously hurt while on the job, the attorneys at Law Offices of Jerry Neil Paul can help. Contact us for a free consultation with an experienced attorney. 

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