Three Utica, New York Men Indicted in Asbestos Case
Get a free copy of our sourcebook, "Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Asbestos Litigation And Your Rights." In October 2008, the U.S Attorney’s office for the Northern District of New York announced the indictment of a Utica, New York man, his brother and father. The three men were allegedly involved in fraud and illegal asbestos removal activities. The men were charged with: All the charges are related to illegal asbestos removal activities at numerous locations throughout central and upstate New York. In addition to the current charges, one of the men had been convicted in 2003 of violations of the Clean Air Act related to the illegal removal and disposal of asbestos containing materials (ACM). He received a separate conviction in 2004 for insurance fraud related to the asbestos business. The current indictment involves charges that the previously-convicted man set up companies in the names of relatives and associates to hide his continued involvement with the asbestos removal business. The indictment states the man and his father were engaged in numerous illegal asbestos abatement activities. Additionally, the man’s brother, an attorney practicing in New York, aided his family by preparing fraudulent documents. A third brother plead guilty earlier in October 2008 of conspiracy to violate the Superfund Act and admitted his involvement in the illegal disposal of 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.
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