Boiler workers have a right to seek financial compensation for a mesothelioma diagnosis.

Boiler workers--those that use, maintain, and service boilers--should be aware that they are at risk for occupational exposure to asbestos and related diseases such as mesothelioma.

This is because many older boilers and hot water and steam piping may have asbestos insulation coatings, wraps, or lagging.

It is therefore crucial that workers periodically inspect these areas to make sure that the materials are not damaged, flaking, or deteriorating, thus creating a situation involving airborne asbestos dust and fibers.

Damaged materials should be reported and repaired or removed immediately by a certified asbestos contractor.

Detailed logs of boiler operation and maintenance can help ensure boiler safety.

Sadly, many boiler workers--in particular those in the Navy--were at high risk for exposure to asbestos on a daily basis but were unaware of the danger.

Our firm has heard from many boiler workers with mesothelioma who werent given protective clothing to deal with asbestos exposure--or even alerted that they should take special precautions when dealing with the carcinogen.

Many boiler workers 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, we may be able to help.

For over two decades, Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. has handled some of the most legally complicated and groundbreaking asbestos litigation in the country. 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.