The Silent Legacy of Exposure in Arizona: Protecting the Rights of Dangerous Industry Workers and Toxic Substance Victims

You didn’t know. For twenty years, thirty years, maybe longer—you went to work in the copper mines of Morenci, the aerospace cleanrooms of Chandler, or the hangars at Luke Air Force Base. You did your job, provided for your family, and trusted that the air you breathed and the materials you handled were safe. Nobody told you the microscopic dust from the ore, the sweet-smelling solvents on the line, or the insulation wrapping the boilers would one day try to take your life. Now, you’ve received a diagnosis that changes everything, and you’re realizing that what happened to you wasn’t an accident. It was a choice made by corporations that valued their Arizona profit margins over your survival.

At Attorney 911, we believe there is a word for what happened to you. It isn’t bad luck, and it isn’t just a part of getting older. It is exposure. Whether you are a retired miner from Pima County facing a silicosis diagnosis, a veteran from Davis-Monthan dealing with PFAS-related illness, or a family in Phoenix grieving a loved one lost to mesothelioma, you have rights that most corporations hope you never discover. We are here to ensure those rights are enforced.

Our firm’s founder, Ralph Manginello, has spent over 27 years in the trenches of high-stakes litigation, including the massive BP Texas City Refinery explosion cases that resulted in $2.1 billion in total settlements. He is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and brings that federal-level intensity to every Arizona claim we handle. Alongside him is Lupe Peña, our associate attorney and a former insurance defense insider. Lupe used to evaluate these very claims from the other side—he knows the playbook the mining companies and chemical manufacturers use to deny your help because he’s seen it from the inside.

We don’t just “handle” cases; we investigate the scientific and corporate history of Arizona’s industrial corridors to prove exactly who is responsible for your condition. From the Copper Corridor to the aerospace hubs of the Salt River Valley, we hold the Goliaths accountable. If you or a loved one is suffering, call us at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning there is no fee unless we win your case.

The Science of Mesothelioma: How Asbestos Kills at the Cellular Level

Asbestos fibers are not merely “dangerous”—they are a physical and biological weapon that remains active in the human body for decades. In Arizona, asbestos exposure was rampant in the construction of Phoenix’s mid-century high-rises, the maintenance of power plants like Palo Verde, and the heavy machinery used throughout the state’s copper industry. To understand your legal claim, you must first understand the biological mechanism of the disease.

Asbestos fibers, particularly the needle-like amphibole fibers (amosite and crocidolite), are microscopic, measuring between 0.5 and 5 micrometers. When inhaled, these fibers settle deep in the terminal bronchioles and the alveolar region of the lungs. Because of their unique chemical structure and durability, they are “biopersistent.” Your body’s primary defense cells, called macrophages, attempt to engulf and destroy these foreign particles. However, the fibers are too long and sharp for the macrophages to digest—a process known as “frustrated phagocytosis.”

This failed immune response triggers a catastrophic cellular cascade. The dying macrophages release inflammatory cytokines (such as TNF-alpha and IL-1β) and reactive oxygen species (ROS). These oxygen species create a state of chronic oxidative stress in the mesothelial lining (the pleura). Over a latency period of 20 to 50 years, this persistent inflammation causes repeated DNA strand breaks and mutations in the mesothelial cells. Specifically, it often leads to the inactivation of the BAP1 and p16 (CDKN2A) tumor suppressor genes. Without these “brakes” on cell growth, the damaged cells begin to divide uncontrollably, eventually forming the malignant tumors known as mesothelioma.

Recognizing the Symptoms and the Arizona Connection

Because of the extreme latency period, Arizona workers exposed in the 1970s and 1980s are only now beginning to show symptoms. These signs are often insidious and easily misdiagnosed as common aging or respiratory issues:

1. Persistent Dry Cough: Unlike a cold, this cough does not resolve and often worsens at night.
2. Pleural Effusion: A buildup of fluid in the chest cavity that makes it feel like you can’t take a full breath.
3. Localized Chest Pain: Often described as a dull ache or sharp pain on one side of the ribcage.
4. Unexplained Weight Loss: Losing 10 to 20 pounds over a few months without trying.
5. Night Sweats and Fatigue: Feeling “wiped out” even after a full night’s sleep.

If you worked at facilities like the Magma Copper Smelter in San Manuel, the Motorola plants in Phoenix, or any major Arizona job site and are experiencing these symptoms, you must tell your doctor about your occupational history. Mesothelioma mimics other diseases until it is often too late for certain treatments. Understanding the science behind your diagnosis is the first step in building a case that corporate defense lawyers cannot ignore.

Past results in these cases can be significant, though every case is unique. National mesothelioma settlements frequently range from $1 million to $2 million, with verdicts reaching $5 million to $11 million or more. As Ralph Manginello explains in his guide to million-dollar cases, the combination of catastrophic injury and clear corporate liability is what drives these outcomes.

The asbestos companies knew about these risks as early as the 1930s. The infamous Sumner Simpson letters from 1935 prove that executives at major asbestos manufacturers agreed that “the less said about asbestos, the better off we are.” They allowed generations of Arizona workers to breathe in lethal fibers for the sake of their bottom line. We use their own internal documents to prove they knew, they lied, and they should pay. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 and let us start the fight for you.

Arizona’s Mining Legacy: Silicosis and Heavy Metal Exposure

Arizona is the top copper-producing state in the nation, but that title arrived at a heavy cost to the men and women in the mines. While the state celebrates its mining history, those who worked the drifts in Morenci, Bagdad, and Safford know the reality of the dust.

Silicosis is a progressive, irreversible lung disease caused by inhaling crystalline silica dust. When miners drill, blast, or crush ore which contains quartz, they release microscopic silica particles. These particles are roughly 100 times smaller than a grain of sand. When inhaled, they become embedded in the lung tissue, stimulating the formation of scar tissue or “collagenous nodules.” Over time, these nodules coalesce, a condition known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF). This makes the lungs stiff and unable to effectively exchange oxygen, leading to a slow, agonizing suffocation.

The Synergistic Danger of Mining

In Arizona mines, workers were rarely exposed to just one toxin. The “Copper Corridor” workforce often faced a triple threat:

• Silica Dust: Leading to silicosis and increased risk of lung cancer.
• Asbestos: Used heavily in the insulation of smelters and the gaskets of heavy mining equipment.
• Radiation: Particularly for those who worked in Arizona’s historical uranium mines near the Grand Canyon or on tribal lands.

Under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), many Arizona “Downwinders” and uranium miners are entitled to federal compensation. However, RECA payments are often just the beginning. If a mining company failed to provide adequate respiratory protection or suppressed air quality data—which we have seen happen repeatedly in industrial history—you may have a significant civil claim for damages that goes far beyond statutory government payments.

Your employer’s lawyers will try to claim that your breathing issues are due to the desert air or personal habits. They will use the defense tactics Lupe Peña saw during his time on the corporate side—blaming the victim to protect the company. We don’t let them. We use industrial hygiene experts to reconstruct the dust levels you were actually exposed to. If you are struggling to breathe after a career in the mines, call 888-ATTY-911 today.

Aerospace and Defense: The Toxic Toll of the Chandler Tech Corridor

Arizona’s aerospace and defense industry is a powerhouse, home to giants like Raytheon, Honeywell, and Northrop Grumman. However, the high-tech manufacturing processes in Chandler, Mesa, and Tucson involve some of the most dangerous chemicals known to science.

Benzene and Hematologic Malignancies

Benzene is a fundamental industrial chemical and a known Group 1 carcinogen. In the aerospace sector, it is often found in degreasers, lubricants, and specialized fuels. Benzene doesn’t just make you sick; it rewrites your blood at the molecular level.

Specifically, the liver metabolizes benzene into benzene oxide, which is further processed into muconaldehyde and hydroquinone. These metabolites migrate to the bone marrow, where they attack hematopoietic stem cells. This process triggers specific chromosomal translocations—most notoriously at t(8;21) or t(15;17)—which lead to:

• Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): A fast-moving, aggressive cancer of the blood and bone marrow.
• Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS): A pre-leukemic condition where the bone marrow fails to produce healthy blood cells.
• Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Cancer of the lymphatic system.

If you worked in one of Arizona’s many aerospace cleanrooms or maintenance hangars and have been diagnosed with a blood cancer, the chemical solvents you handled are the likely culprit. Corporate defendants will argue that the OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 1 ppm was followed. But science proves there is no truly “safe” level of benzene exposure. Each year of exposure adds to the cumulative mutation burden on your bone marrow.

PFAS: The “Forever Chemicals” at Arizona Military Bases

From Luke Air Force Base to the Marine Corps Air Station in Yuma, Arizona’s military installations have relied on Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) for fire suppression for decades. This foam contains Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), characterized by the strongest bond in organic chemistry: the carbon-fluorine bond.

PFAS are “forever chemicals” because they do not break down in the environment or the human body. They bioaccumulate, binding to proteins in your blood and disrupting nuclear receptors like PPAR-alpha. This disruption is linked to:

• Kidney and Testicular Cancer
• Thyroid Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
• Preeclampsia in pregnant women
• Immune system suppression

If you lived near an Arizona military base or airport and your drinking water tested positive for PFAS, or if you were a firefighter in Arizona using AFFF, you may be part of a massive emerging litigation. These chemicals have contaminated the groundwater of communities across the Salt River Valley, and the companies that manufactured the foam—including 3M and DuPont—had internal memos in the 1970s showing these chemicals were toxic. They chose to keep selling it anyway.

At Attorney 911, we fight for veterans and their families. As Ralph Manginello explains in his podcast on immigration and rights, your background or service doesn’t change the fact that you deserve safety and justice. If the water you drank or the products you used made you sick, call 1-888-ATTY-911.

Bridge Content: When Industries and Toxins Intersect in Arizona

One of the most complex aspects of toxic tort law is that victims are rarely exposed to just one thing. In Arizona, we often see “dual exposure” scenarios where a worker’s rights fall under multiple legal frameworks. Understanding these bridges is where Attorney 911 excels.

The Construction/Asbestos Bridge

Arizona has seen an unprecedented construction boom in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area. If you are a construction worker who was injured in a fall—a Tier 2 Axis 2 event—you might think a workers’ comp claim is your only path. But what if you were renovating a pre-1980 building in downtown Phoenix and were also exposed to crumbling asbestos insulation?

In this scenario, you have two distinct claims:

1. A Workers’ Compensation Claim against your employer for the fall.
2. A Third-Party Toxic Tort Claim against the asbestos product manufacturers.

Third-party claims have no damage caps, unlike workers’ comp. They allow you to recover for pain and suffering and full lost earning capacity. Most firms only see the fall. We see the fibers. We pursue every possible dollar from every possible source.

The Maritime/Benzene Bridge in the Desert

It may seem counterintuitive to talk about maritime law in Arizona, but many Arizonans are Navy veterans who served in the shipyards of the West Coast or Gulf Coast before retiring to the desert. If you served in a ship’s engine room and handled crude oil or solvents, you were likely exposed to both asbestos lagoon and benzene vapors.

Under the Jones Act (46 USC § 30104), seamen have the right to sue their employers for negligence with a much lower burden of proof than standard law. If you are an Arizona veteran suffering from mesothelioma or leukemia, you may have a Jones Act claim, multiple asbestos trust fund claims, AND VA disability benefits available simultaneously. As Ralph Manginello frequently discusses in his podcast episodes on settlement value, knowing how to “stack” these claims is how we maximize your family’s future.

The Railroad/Asbestos Bridge

For those who worked on the BNSF or Union Pacific lines running through Flagstaff or Tucson, FELA (Federal Employers Liability Act) protects your rights. Railroad workers faced massive asbestos exposure from locomotive brakes and pipe insulation. A FELA claim allows you to sue the railroad directly—recovering far more than standard workers’ comp would allow.

If you are a railroad retiree in Arizona facing a lung cancer or mesothelioma diagnosis, the clock is ticking. Evidence of your exposure in old Arizona roundhouses and yards is disappearing as facilities are modernized. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 immediately so we can move to preserve the records that prove your case.

Exposure of the Corporate Playbook: How Arizona Defendants Fight Back

When you file a claim against a multi-billion dollar mining group or an international chemical manufacturer, you aren’t just fighting a company; you are fighting a massive defense infrastructure designed to make you give up. Because Lupe Peña worked for those firms, he has seen the 12 primary tactics they use to delay and deny. Here is how we counter them:

Tactic 1: The “Identification” Defense

The company will say, “You can’t prove it was OUR asbestos or OUR solvent that made you sick.” They point to the 20 other places you worked.
Our Counter: We don’t have to prove their product was the only cause—only that it was a “substantial factor.” We use expert work history reconstruction to document every product you touched on every Arizona job site.

Tactic 2: The “Statute of Limitations” Trap

They will claim that because your exposure happened 40 years ago, it’s too late to sue.
Our Counter: We deploy the “Discovery Rule.” In Arizona, the clock doesn’t start until you discover the injury and its cause. We establish the exact date of your diagnosis to ensure your claim is filed within the legal window. As Ralph explains in his statute of limitations briefing, acting fast is vital, but the law is more flexible than defendants want you to believe.

Tactic 3: The “Junk Science” Defense

Defendants hire “product defense” scientists to testify that benzene doesn’t cause your specific type of leukemia or that “chrysotile” asbestos is safe.
Our Counter: We go toe-to-toe with board-certified toxicologists and oncologists. We use established, peer-reviewed medical science to shred their paid testimony in court.

Tactic 4: The “Workers’ Comp Shield”

Your employer will tell you that workers’ comp is “all you can get.”
Our Counter: We look for third-party liability. If a manufacturer’s product poisoned you, or a contractor’s negligence caused the explosion, workers’ comp exclusivity does not apply to them. These third-party claims often pay 10 times more than workers’ comp.

Tactic 5: The “Lifestyle” Blame Game

If you have lung cancer or mesothelioma, they will dig into your history to find that you smoked a pack of cigarettes in 1974.
Our Counter: Smoking does not cause mesothelioma. For lung cancer, science shows that smoking and asbestos have a synergistic effect—the risk multiplies. The company is still responsible for the portion of harm their product caused.

Don’t let them intimidate you with their armies of lawyers. We know their tactics, and we know Arizona’s industrial history. Call us at 1-888-ATTY-911. We are your legal emergency responders.

How to Prove Your Case: The Evidence Preservation Protocol

In toxic exposure and dangerous industry cases, evidence doesn’t disappear over days; it disappears over decades. Records are shredded, witnesses pass away, and facilities like the old smetlers in Douglas or the factories in Phoenix are demolished. To win, we must be faster than the shredder.

When you hire Attorney 911, we immediately trigger a multi-phase protocol to capture evidence that most firms miss:

1. Occupational Records Capture: We subpoena OSHA 300 logs, industrial hygiene air sampling reports, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) from your former Arizona employers.
2. Corporate Genealogy: Many Arizona companies have merged or changed names. We trace the lineage of liability from the original polluter to the current solvent corporation or bankruptcy trust.
3. Co-Worker Interviews: We track down the people you worked with 30 years ago. Their testimony about “the dust so thick we couldn’t see the other side of the room” is often the most powerful evidence in a trial.
4. Medical Fiber Analysis: In some cases, we can use tissue samples to prove the presence of specific fibers or chemical metabolites in your body. This is the “fingerprint” of the defendant’s negligence.
5. FOIA Requests: We use the Freedom of Information Act to pull EPA and OSHA inspection records for Arizona facilities that the companies thought were long forgotten.

Evidence preservation is time-sensitive. The Manville Trust, for example, currently pays only about 5% of its approved claim values because its assets have been depleted over time. Every year you wait, the pool of available funds grows smaller. Ralph Manginello’s guide to documenting your case highlights how even using your smartphone today can help preserve facts that might otherwise be lost.

Multiple Compensation Pathways: Maximizing Your Family’s Recovery

Most victims don’t realize they may be entitled to money from four or five different sources at the same time. At Attorney 911, we don’t leave money on the table. We pursue the “Full Recovery Stack”:

A typical mesothelioma case handled by our firm involves filing with 10 to 15 different trust funds while simultaneously pursuing a lawsuit against the companies that are still active. This multi-pathway strategy is why our clients often see significantly higher total recoveries than those who just file one claim.

Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Arizona Claim?

You have many choices for legal representation, but toxic exposure cases are not like standard car accidents. They require a firm that understands Arizona’s unique geography and the corporate history of the American West.

• Ralph Manginello’s 27+ Years of Fight: Ralph isn’t a “billboard lawyer.” He is a trial attorney admitted to federal court who has won against some of the biggest energy and manufacturing companies in the world. As a Million Dollar Member of the Trial Lawyers Achievement Association, he has proved he can handle the most complex cases Arizona has to offer.
• The Insurance Defense Advantage: Most firms guess what the other side is thinking. We know. Having Lupe Peña on your team means having an insider who understands how defense firms evaluate risks and where they hide their weaknesses.
• Personal Connection: We treat you like family, not a file. Our clients consistently describe Ralph as a “BEAST” in the courtroom and a “gentleman” with his clients. As Eddy M. shared in his review: “Every question I had was answered thoroughly and in a timely manner, which made everything much less stressful.”
• Bilingual Service: Hablamos Español. Our firm, led by Lupe’s deep Texas and Spanish roots, ensures that language is never a barrier to justice for Arizona’s diverse workforce. Your immigration status does not change your right to a safe workplace or compensation for your injuries.

We know the hospital systems you are likely dealing with, from the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix to the University of Arizona Cancer Center in Tucson. We can help you navigate the medical steps as we build your legal case. As Leo Lopez discusses in our medical steps guide, your health and your case are linked.

Arizona Toxic Exposure FAQ

Can I file a mesothelioma claim in Arizona if my exposure was 40 years ago?

Yes. Under Arizona’s discovery rule, the statute of limitations typically does not begin until you are diagnosed or realize that your illness was caused by asbestos. Many of our clients were exposed in the 1960s or 70s but are only filing now. Call 1-888-ATTY-911, and we can check your specific deadlines.

How much is the average mesothelioma settlement for an Arizona worker?

While every case is different, average national settlements range from $1 million to $1.4 million. Individual verdicts can be much higher, often exceeding $5 million if the corporation’s concealment of the danger was particularly egregious. The value depends on your work history, the specific products identified, and the stage of your diagnosis.

What if the company I worked for is out of business?

This is very common in asbestos cases. Many of the companies that poisoned workers in Arizona filed for bankruptcy to manage their liability. As a result, over $30 billion remains in active asbestos bankruptcy trusts specifically to pay victims. Even if the building is gone and the company is dissolved, the money is often still there.

I was a smoker; can I still file an asbestos claim?

Yes. Smoking does not cause mesothelioma. If you have lung cancer, the tobacco companies may share some blame, but the asbestos companies are still liable. In fact, smoking and asbestos together create a “synergistic” risk, making the asbestos exposure even more lethal. The companies cannot use your lifestyle to excuse their negligence.

Does my immigration status affect my right to sue for toxic exposure in Arizona?

No. Every worker in Arizona, regardless of their documentation status, is protected by federal and state safety and liability laws. Your status is confidential and does not prevent you from recovering money for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Lupe Peña and Ralph Manginello have advocated for hundreds of immigrant workers.

What are the first symptoms of benzene exposure leukemia?

Early signs include unusual fatigue, frequent infections (due to low white blood cell counts), easy bruising, and petechiae (small red spots on the skin). If you worked in an Arizona aerospace plant or refinery and have these symptoms, you should request a complete blood count (CBC) from your doctor immediately.

Who is eligible for RECA in Arizona?

If you lived in Mohave, Gila, Yavapai, or neighboring counties during nuclear testing, or if you worked in uranium mining or milling in Arizona between 1942 and 1971, you may be a “Downwinder” or an affected worker. RECA was recently extended and expanded, but the windows for filing are time-sensitive.

Can I sue the Air Force for PFAS contamination in my water?

Under current law, you can file a claim for injuries related to AFFF exposure at military bases. Major settlements are already being paid out by the manufacturers of these chemicals. While suing the military itself involves unique challenges, we pursue the manufacturers of the toxins that the military used.

How long does a toxic exposure case take to resolve?

Trust fund claims can often be settled in 90 days to 12 months. Complex civil litigation against active corporations may take 1 to 3 years. If you have a terminal diagnosis, we can often file motions for an “expedited docket” to move your case through the Arizona court system much faster.

What is “take-home” exposure?

This occurs when a worker unknowingly brings asbestos fibers home on their clothes, shoes, or hair. Spouses who laundered those clothes and children who hugged their parents have later developed mesothelioma. Family members have the same rights to sue as the worker did.

Is workers’ comp my only option for a construction injury in Arizona?

No. If your injury was caused by a defective product (like a faulty scaffold) or the negligence of a third party (like a different contractor on the site), you can file a personal injury lawsuit in addition to your workers’ comp claim. These “third-party” claims are where the real compensation is found because they include pain and suffering.

Do I have to pay anything to start my case?

Never. At Attorney 911, we work on a contingency fee. We advance all the costs of the litigation—the experts, the document searches, the filing fees. If we don’t win your case, you owe us nothing. We take all the financial risk so you can focus on your health.

What was Ralph Manginello’s role in the BP explosion case?

Ralph was part of the litigation team that held British Petroleum accountable for the 2005 Texas City Refinery explosion, one of the deadliest industrial accidents in history. That case resulted in a $2.1 billion recovery for the victims. He brings that “take on the giants” experience to every Arizona case.

How do I prove I was exposed to a certain chemical 30 years ago?

We use a combination of union dispatch records, Social Security employment histories, co-worker affidavits, and product identification databases. Even if you don’t remember the brand of the solvent or insulation, we can often identify it based on the facility and the year you worked there.

What types of damages can I recover?

You can recover for medical expenses (past and future), lost wages, lost earning capacity, physical pain, mental anguish, permanent impairment, and disfigurement. In cases of corporate fraud, we also pursue punitive damages to punish the company for their conduct.

Why is Arizona called an “OSHA State Plan” state?

Arizona operates its own workplace safety program (ADOSH) rather than relying solely on federal OSHA. We understand the specific ADOSH standards and how violations of those rules can be used as evidence of negligence in your case.

Where do I go for treatment for mesothelioma in Arizona?

The University of Arizona Cancer Center in Tucson and the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix are world-class institutions for thoracic cancers. We often coordinate with these centers to ensure our clients have the best medical documentation for their legal needs.

What is the difference between asbestosis and mesothelioma?

Asbestosis is a non-cancerous chronic lung disease caused by scarring of the lungs from asbestos fibers. Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer of the lung lining. Both are deadly and both are compensable, but the settlement values and prognosis differ.

Can I file a claim if I worked for the railroad?

Yes. Railroad workers are covered by FELA, which is much more powerful than standard workers’ comp. If you worked for BNSF or Union Pacific in Arizona and have an occupational disease, you have a specific federal right to sue the railroad for failing to provide a safe workplace.

What if I’ve already filed for VA benefits?

You can still pursue a civil lawsuit or trust fund claim. VA benefits are an administrative government benefit; a lawsuit is a civil right against a private company. One does not prevent the other. In many cases, we can help you maximize both.

What is the “Sumner Simpson” letter?

It is a 1935 letter between executives that proves the asbestos industry conspired to hide the health risks of their products. We use this “smoking gun” evidence to prove that companies like Johns-Manville intentionally endangered their workers.

Why should I choose a “911” law firm?

We named our brand Attorney 911 because we understand that when you receive a diagnosis or suffer a workplace disaster, it is a legal emergency. We provide immediate, aggressive response. When you call, we act.

Is help available 24/7?

Yes. Our staff is available around the clock because we know these crises don’t happen only during business hours. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 anytime.

Can I change my lawyer if I’m already in a case?

Yes. If your current firm isn’t returning your calls, ignoring your trust fund eligibility, or pushing you to settle for pennies, you have the right to switch. We often take over cases that were mishandled by other firms and significantly increase the final recovery.

How do I get my case started?

Simply call us at 1-888-ATTY-911. We will listen to your story, check your work history, and give you an honest assessment of your rights—all for free.

Action Now: The Clock is Ticking for Arizona Victims

Corporate defendants are counting on you to wait. They are counting on the “Arizona lifestyle” of resilience and self-reliance to keep you from demanding what you are owed. But while you wait, trust fund percentages are dropping, evidence is being destroyed, and your health may be declining.

The companies that poisoned Arizona’s mountains, deserts, and cities had teams of lawyers working to protect their profits while you were working to build their companies. Now, you need a team on your side. Ralph Manginello and the team at Attorney 911 bring the experience of the BP refinery litigation, the insider knowledge of insurance defense, and the tenacity of 27 years in the courtroom to your doorstep.

Your father’s work in the smelter, your service at the airbase, your years on the construction crew—those years mattered. If they cost you your health, the responsible corporations must pay. We handle the paperwork, the investigators, the experts, and the corporate lawyers so you can focus on being with your family.

You have fought for Arizona your entire career. Now, let us fight for you. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, no-obligation consultation. No fee unless we win. Your fight starts here.

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