Steel Mill Workers and Mesothelioma

Asbestos Exposure in Steel Mills in Indiana

Steel Mill workers are exposed to many hazardous situations in their duties. Having to deal with extreme temperatures and metal objects that can weigh more than a ton makes working in a steel mill one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. We rely on steel mill workers for production of metal parts such as those used in buildings, cars and bridges. Steel is made from chemically combining iron and carbon. The processes and equipment used to manufacture steel include high power furnaces specially designed for this purpose. Many of the risks associated with millwork are obvious, however, asbestos exposure was one risk that was entirely hidden from view. Asbestos was used in steel mills as an insulator until the 1970's. Many workers were exposed to asbestos in buildings, factories or by suing outdated equipment even after asbestos use was banned.

At George & Farinas, LLP, we have helped many clients that have been exposed to asbestos in the workplace. We understand how difficult dealing with a mesothelioma diagnosis is to the victim and the family, particularly when you realize it should have been prevented. We believe that the responsible parties should be held accountable for their negligence in exposing innocent workers to asbestos. Our firm has aggressively fought for full and fair compensation of many workers suffering from asbestos cancers. Employers and product manufacturers have a duty to ensure that employees are not exposed to toxic substances, and are fully protected from inhalation of toxic gases, as well as asbestos fibers, which are known to be the cause of mesothelioma. When the duty to protect employees has been violated, the company must be held responsible. Our Indiana asbestos attorney can assist you to determine the best course of action to pursue compensation.

Indiana Mesothelioma Lawyer: Steel Mill Workers and Asbestos Exposure

Steel workers may have been exposed to asbestos in a number of ways including:

• Insulation used for machinery and equipment including furnaces, boilers, steam pipes, tanks, and molding boards
• Protective clothing containing asbestos such as gloves and aprons
• Steel mill construction products containing asbestos such as floor tiles and ceiling tiles.
• Breathing asbestos fibers due to proximity.

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