Auto Mechanics May Seek Financial Compensation for a Mesothelioma Diagnosis.

In recent news about the dangers of asbestos to auto mechanics, a man employed at various body shops in Pennyslvania had died in his home following a one year battle with intraperitoneal mesothelioma cancer.

The man was employed at numerous garages, where he was likely exposed to asbestos dust and fibers in brakes and clutches.

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, mechanics should assume that all brakes have asbestos-type shoes.

Worn non-asbestos-type brake shoes cannot be readily distinguished from asbestos-type shoes, the agency points out.

If a mechanic assumes incorrectly that a shoe is a non-asbestos-type and fails to utilize brake dust control procedures, increased asbestos exposure may result.

For this reason, the government requires that mechanics must be trained in the correct and most effective way to use the control system selected by the facility manager or owner.

The danger of increased exposure to asbestos as the result of improper work practices should be explained.

Many car mechanics have come forward to say their work environment led to a diagnosis of mesothelioma, asbestosis or lung cancer from asbestos.

If this has been your experience, our asbestos lawyers may be able to help you receive compensation for your health problems.

For over two decades, Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. has handled some of the most legally complicated and groundbreaking asbestos litigation in the country, winning many millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements along the way.

Men and women diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure or secondary exposure may be entitled to compensation from the companies responsible for their 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.