Engine rooms pose risks for asbestos exposure

People who have worked in engine rooms of ships are at high risk of having been exposed to asbestos.

Asbestos, a deadly mineral that is known to cause diseases like lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis, was used as a fire retardant in engine rooms.

Asbestos exposure can occur when asbestos containing materials are disturbed for example, by hammering, cutting or other applications of force. Such force can cause the asbestos-containing material to release asbestos fibers.

Asbestos fibers are not visible to the human eye and can be inhaled. Asbestos-related diseases typically have a long latency period and can develop decades after exposure to asbestos.

Weitz & Luxenberg is a leading plaintiffs' law firm that has represented people affected by mesothelioma for over 20 years.

Men and women diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure may be entitled to compensation from the companies responsible for their asbestos related disease. If you would like a free consultation or more information about your legal options, please complete the form on this page, and a representative of our law firm will contact you as soon as possible.