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.

Failure to Utilize Trench Protective Systems

Cave-ins are the main danger faced by excavation/trench workers. Understanding soil mechanics and proper protective systems is a necessity. OSHA standards identify a number of methods to prevent cave-ins, including sloping and benching, shoring, and use of trench boxes or shields. Employers are responsible for the condition of materials and equipment used. Manufacturers also have a responsibility to supply materials and equipment in a safe condition. Defective or damaged materials and equipment can lead to the failure of a protective system, resulting in injury or death.

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.

“There is no reason why anyone ever has to die in a trenching accident. ~Cherie Berry, N.C. Department of Labor