Allegheny Ludlum Asbestos Exposure Lawsuits
The Allegheny Ludlum worksite in Brackenridge, Pennsylvania, is a proven source of asbestos exposure to some of those who worked there. If you or a loved one worked at Allegheny Ludlum and are experiencing symptoms of asbestos related illness, contact the asbestos lawyers at D’Amico Law Offices right away at 412-906-8180. Your time to recover may be limited.
We have decades of experience specifically handling asbestos related injuries, and are intimately familiar with industrial job sites in Pennsylvania. Through the years, we have compiled a comprehensive database of job sites, asbestos products, manufacturers, and suppliers, so as to best represent our clients both efficiently and meticulously. We will work hard to ensure that you receive the best possible compensation you are entitled to under the law.
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What Should I Know About Asbestos Exposure At Allegheny Ludlum Worksites?
What Injuries Are Associated with Asbestos Exposure At Allegheny Ludlum?
What Does Compensation For Your Asbestos Related Disease Cover?
How Can D’Amico Law Offices Help With An Allegheny Ludlum Asbestos Exposure Case?
Why Should I Hire D’Amico Law Offices?
Allegheny Ludlum Asbestos Exposure Lawsuit FAQs
What Should I Know About Asbestos Exposure At Allegheny Ludlum Worksites?
Allegheny Ludlum Corporation is one of the largest manufacturers of specialty steel and other metals and alloys in the U.S. Its principal product line is stainless steel, which makes up about 80 percent of its total sales. It is among the three largest producers of stainless steel and has a considerable presence in the U.S.
In Brackenridge, the company began with the name Allegheny Ludlum Steel Corporation (ALSC). In the early 1970s, it changed its name to Allegheny Ludlum Industries Inc. (ALI), to reflect its expansion into other specialty metals besides steel (such as titanium, nickel, and silicon-based alloys). It maintains operations in various locations besides Brackenridge.
Due to the nature of the products and operations at Allegheny Ludlum facilities, employees may have been exposed to asbestos during the course of their employment. This is particularly true of steel workers who worked during the earlier days at such job sites.
Asbestos Risks For Metal Workers
Metal workers, especially steel workers who have worked at an Allegheny Ludlum, have been exposed to unique asbestos risks. Steelworkers may have come into contact with asbestos through:
- Cutting/sawing materials treated with asbestos
- Welding metal sheets
- Working with certain tools
- Removing metal items
These types of actions can disturb or release asbestos particles, potentially exposing the worker to high amounts of asbestos. When this is repeated over time, it presents a dangerous situation for the worker (and their families, as the worker may bring some particles home on their clothes).
What Injuries Are Associated With Asbestos Exposure At Allegheny Ludlum?
Exposure to asbestos at job sites like those maintained by Allegheny Ludlum have led to serious, long-term, and permanent injuries. These injuries include mesothelioma and various other forms of cancer.
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the mesothelium, a thin tissue that lines most of the body’s organs. It is caused by inhaling particles of asbestos. Mesothelioma is a severe and life-threatening disease.
Symptoms of mesothelioma include:
- Cough and other respiratory complications
- Fever, chills, or night sweats
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
- Abdominal pain
- Fluid around the lungs
- Muscular weakness
Besides mesothelioma, asbestos can cause other forms of cancer including:
- Lung cancer
- Laryngeal cancer of the larynx or “voice box”)
- Throat cancer
- Pharyngeal cancer (cancer of the cavity behind the nose/mouth)
- Various other cancers like stomach, colon, or ovarian cancer
These are serious, life-changing medical conditions that require prompt and ongoing treatment. Left unattended, they can be life-threatening. Contact us at 412-906-8180 if you worked at Allegheny Ludlum and are experiencing any of these symptoms or were diagnosed with a serious disease.
What Does Compensation For Your Asbestos-Related Disease Cover?
If you or a loved one has suffered any asbestos-related injuries in connection with employment at Allegheny Ludlum, you may be entitled to significant monetary compensation. This may help cover:
- Ongoing medical treatment
- Costs of hospitalization and surgeries
- Medical equipment and medications
- Lost wages or employment opportunities
- Loss of earning capacity
- Loss of consortium in a marriage
These costs can add up quickly for the injured person and their family. Conventional insurance or workers compensation may not cover all of these expenses. In such cases, filing a lawsuit may be the only way to ensure full coverage of the costs.
In cases where a person passed away due to asbestos exposure at work, a lawsuit may also cover costs associated with wrongful death.
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How Can D’Amico Law Offices Help You With An Allegheny Ludlum Asbestos Exposure Case?
The attorneys at D’Amico Law Offices, LLC understand the difficulties and challenges faced by those diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease, as well as their families. We are here to help to the best of our ability to smoothly guide you through the litigation process by:
- Working with you to determine your relevant work history to determine all potential asbestos exposures
- Utilizing our database to provide documentation in support of asbestos presence and exposure at your job site(s). This includes searching our database for records that may be useful in your case, including:
- Invoices from asbestos manufacturers and suppliers
- Company memos revealing their assessment of risks
- Blueprints
- Diagrams
- Depositions of experts and other asbestos victims who may have worked at identical job sites
- Examples of asbestos product packaging through the years from various manufacturers and/or suppliers
- Medical and scientific literature
- Reviewing any other documentation, records, and invoices to trace asbestos exposure
- Identifying and locating individuals to obtain statements from
- Dealing with insurance agents
- Sorting through medical and employment records
- Taking any and all depositions necessary in order to ensure a successful case
Why Should I Hire D’Amico Law Offices?
At D’Amico Law Offices, LLC, we have decades of experience specifically handling asbestos/mesothelioma claims. We are a family-run law firm that has the resources and professional network of a large law firm. We understand the importance of a thorough investigation to uncover ALL potential points of asbestos exposure.
If you or a loved one worked at Allegheny Ludlum or any other similar job site, and feel that you may have been exposed to asbestos, contact us at 412-906-8180. We will do all we can to ensure your case is given top priority, and that you receive the justice needed to get your life back on track.
Allegheny Ludlum Asbestos Exposure Lawsuit FAQs
What if I worked at a different Allegheny Ludlum location?
Allegheny Ludlum is a large entity that maintains several facilities across the U.S. and the world. However, they are still obliged under law to provide safe working conditions for employees. Any violations of asbestos exposure precautions at any work site location can lead to injury and may require legal action to resolve.
What if I was exposed to asbestos due to my employer’s negligence?
Employer negligence may occur when they fail to uphold their duty to provide workers with safe working environments and conditions. This may include failing to provide protective equipment, working with recalled or defective items and equipment, and disregarding company safety procedures.
If you suspect your asbestos injury was due to employer negligence, contact D’Amico Law Offices for representation. We understand the ins and outs of asbestos injury litigation.