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Silicosis Lawsuit
Silicosis is an incurable lung disease caused by exposure to silica dust. Recent studies conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have shown an increase in cases of silicosis, likely due to the growing popularity of engineered stone countertops.
If you worked as a stone countertop fabricator and later developed silicosis, contact Simmons Hanly Conroy now for a free case review. You may be able to pursue compensation through a silicosis lawsuit.
Engineered Stone Fabricators & Silica Dust Exposure
Respirable crystalline silica (RCS), also known as silica dust, can be found throughout workplaces where stone countertops are manufactured.
When materials used to make the countertops are cut, crushed or otherwise processed, these harmful dust particles are released into the air. Airborne silica particles are 100 times smaller than a grain of sand, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
People who work in the countertop industry as engineered stone fabricators are especially susceptible to silica dust exposure. Quartz, the main mineral used in engineered stone, contains over 90% crystalline silica.
Using wet methods, working in a well-ventilated area and providing stone fabricators with respirators are all ways to limit silica dust exposure in the workplace. However, when employers fail to implement safety regulations, their workers may develop a serious lung disease known as silicosis years after their exposure to this toxic dust.
Silicosis Symptoms
Silicosis is a progressive and incurable lung disease that causes scar tissue to build up in the lungs. Symptoms of this disease may take decades to appear.
Symptoms of silicosis often include:
- A persistent cough
- Chest pain
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
In some cases, silicosis may lead to additional health concerns like lung cancer, kidney disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Who Can File a Silicosis Lawsuit?
You may be able to file a silica dust lawsuit and pursue compensation if you or your loved one:
- Worked as a stone fabricator and was exposed to silica dust
- Developed silicosis as a result
Not sure about your options? Contact Simmons Hanly Conroy now. We can help determine if you qualify to take action and answer any questions you may have about the process.
Filing a Silicosis Lawsuit
Silicosis is a preventable disease. However, when stone countertop manufacturers and suppliers cover up the dangers of silica dust exposure or fail to follow regulations put in place by OSHA, people who work with their products are put at risk.
Manufacturers that do not follow necessary safety precautions may cause hardworking stone fabricators to be exposed to silica dust — leading to serious health complications.
By working with Simmons Hanly Conroy, you can get experienced legal help:
- Determining if you qualify to take legal action
- Collecting any evidence needed to build your case
- Filing your silica lawsuit within any deadlines
- Negotiating a silicosis lawsuit settlement
- Presenting your case in court during a trial if it doesn’t settle
Let us help you hold stone manufacturers and suppliers accountable for their negligence.
Our Silicosis Lawyers Are Here to Support You
At Simmons Hanly Conroy, we are proud to help clients across the country pursue justice and compensation from the companies that have caused them harm.
Why should you choose Simmons Hanly Conroy for your silicosis lawsuit?
- Decades of Experience: For over 20 years, Simmons Hanly Conroy has helped clients harmed by corporate wrongdoing.
- Access to Key Resources: Our team has the resources and skills needed to stand up to powerful companies and secure results.
- Billions Recovered Nationwide: As a national law firm, we can handle cases in all 50 states and have secured over $10.6 billion for clients nationwide.
Contact our team today for a free legal consultation and find out if you may be eligible to pursue compensation from a silica dust lawsuit.
Silica Lawsuit FAQs
What causes silicosis?
Silicosis is caused by exposure to silica dust. When inhaled, silica dust can become trapped in the body and cause fibrous scar tissue to develop in the lungs.
What stone contains silica?
Crystalline silica is most commonly found in quartz. However, it can also be found in various other rocks, concrete and sand.
How much do silicosis lawyers charge?
At Simmons Hanly Conroy, our silica lawyers work on a contingency basis, which means we only get paid if your case results in compensation. There are no upfront or out-of-pocket costs.
How long do I have to file a lawsuit for silicosis?
You only have a limited amount of time, known as statutes of limitations, to file a stone fabricator lawsuit for silicosis. This time frame varies from state to state.
Once the statute of limitations passes, however, you will not be able to file a silica dust lawsuit or pursue compensation for your injuries.
Contact our team now if you or a loved one worked with stone countertops and later developed silicosis.
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Reviewed by:Gary DiMuzio- Fact-Checked
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Attorney Gary DiMuzio is a partner in the Asbestos Department at Simmons Hanly Conroy. He joined the firm in 2019, bringing 25 years of experience helping victims of mesothelioma and other environmental and workplace hazards. During his career, Gary has represented plaintiffs in cases involving mesothelioma, lung cancer, leukemia, liver cancer, silicosis, plant explosions and environmental contamination.