Comal County Toxic Exposure and Dangerous Industry Advocacy: Your Rights Against Corporate Negligence

For decades, the men and women of Comal County showed up to work in the limestone quarries near New Braunfels, the legacy textile mills along the Guadalupe River, and the massive construction sites expanding along the I-35 corridor. You did your job, you provided for your family, and you trusted your employer to provide a safe workplace. You didn’t know that the fine white dust coating your clothes, the sweet-smelling solvents in the shop, or the heavy insulation on the steam lines would one day try to kill you. At Attorney 911, we know that your diagnosis isn’t bad luck—it’s the result of corporate decisions made in boardrooms far from Comal County.

We are not just another personal injury firm; we are a dedicated litigation team led by founding attorney Ralph Manginello and former insurance defense insider Lupe Peña. With 27+ years of experience and a track record that includes significant roles in massive industrial litigation like the BP Texas City Refinery explosion, we don’t just “handle” cases—we wage war on the corporations that poisoned our community. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, leukemia, or silicosis, or if you’ve been catastrophically injured on a Comal County job site, your fight for accountability starts here.

The Discovery of Harm: Why Your Comal County Work History Matters Today

Toxic exposure is a silent intruder. Unlike a car wreck on I-35 where the damage is immediate, substances like asbestos, benzene, and crystalline silica can hide in your body for 10, 20, or even 50 years. You might have retired from the Comal Power Plant or the New Braunfels Textile Mills decades ago, only to receive a life-altering diagnosis today. In the legal world, we call this the “latency period,” and the companies that exposed you are counting on you to believe it’s too late to sue.

They are wrong. Texas law follows the “Discovery Rule,” which means the clock on your right to file a claim doesn’t start until you knew—or reasonably should have known—that your illness was caused by your workplace exposure. Whether you worked as a pipefitter in the San Antonio-Austin industrial corridor or a stone fabricator in a shop near Bulverde, you have rights that do not expire just because time has passed. Attorney Ralph Manginello explains the critical nature of these deadlines and how the discovery rule protects you in this episode of the Attorney 911 podcast: https://share.transistor.fm/s/bddc1426

The medical reality of these diseases is devastating. If you’ve been diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma after working in the maintenance department of a Comal County facility, your body is engaged in a molecular battle it was never meant to fight. Inhaled asbestos fibers stay in your lungs forever because they are “biopersistent”—your immune system’s macrophages try to destroy them but fail, leading to permanent, chronic inflammation. This is the documented scientific mechanism that transforms healthy tissue into a malignant tumor. As one of Attorney 911’s 270+ verified Google reviewers, Chad H., shared: “What seemed to be a crisis for my family and I with no way out on how to fight or solve our case, Atty. Manginello stepped in and absolutely fought for us. A true PITT BULL and fighter.”

The Insider Advantage: How We Beat the Corporate Playbook

When you file a claim against a multi-billion-dollar manufacturer or a major construction firm, you aren’t just fighting a company; you’re fighting an entire infrastructure designed to deny you compensation. They have teams of lawyers whose only job is to find ways to blame your lifestyle, your genetics, or your other employers. This is where Lupe Peña provides the Attorney 911 nuclear advantage.

Lupe Peña spent years on the other side. He worked for the national defense firms that major insurance carriers use to suppress toxic exposure claims. He knows how they evaluate a case, how they hide evidence in discovery, and which doctors they pay to testify that your cancer wasn’t caused by their product. Today, he uses that “switched sides” intelligence to protect Comal County families. He knows the playbook because he helped write it, and now he shreds it in court on your behalf. Watch Lupe explain the inner workings of legal depositions and corporate defense strategies here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_qCwqfeRRs

We don’t let corporations hide behind “regulatory compliance.” An employer who followed the 1970s OSHA standards for benzene exposure while knowing those standards were lethal isn’t “compliant”—they are negligent. We uncover the internal memos and suppressed studies that prove these companies knew the danger long before the government took action. If you worked at an industrial site in New Braunfels or Schertz, we identify every potential source of recovery, from solvent manufacturers to property owners. Call us at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.

Mesothelioma and Asbestos: The Anchor of Accountability in Comal County

Mesothelioma is a uniquely cruel disease. It is caused almost exclusively by exposure to asbestos, and for many Comal County veterans and retirees, that exposure happened decades ago. Whether it was the Kaylo insulation on the pipes at a local utility station or the asbestos-containing gaskets in a mechanic’s shop along Highway 46, those fibers were invisible, odorless, and deadly.

The Biological Mechanism: How Asbestos Destroys the Mesothelium

When a worker in Comal County inhales microscopic asbestos fibers, the path to disease begins at the cellular level. These fibers move deep into the lungs, eventually reaching the pleural lining—the mesothelium. Because the fibers are rigid and needle-like (especially amphibole types like amosite or crocidolite), they penetrate the tissue and cannot be coughed out or broken down by the body.

Your immune system sends white blood cells called macrophages to engulf the fibers. But the fibers are too long; as the macrophage attempts to swallow the fiber, it ruptures—a process called “frustrated phagocytosis.” This release of inflammatory cytokines and reactive oxygen species (ROS) causes permanent DNA damage to the mesothelial cells. Over 20 to 50 years, this chronic inflammatory cycle causes mutations in tumor suppressor genes like BAP1 and p53. When these “brakes” on cell growth fail, malignant mesothelioma develops. This isn’t a random occurrence; it is a direct biological consequence of the asbestos industry’s failure to warn you.

Symptoms and Recognition for Comal County Patients

For many residents in New Braunfels or Canyon Lake, the first signs of mesothelioma are often dismissed as aging or a persistent cold. We urge you to consult a specialist if you have a history of industrial or military work and experience:

1. Persistent dry cough or chest pain that worsens with deep breathing.
2. Progressive shortness of breath during routine activities, like walking to the Comal River.
3. Unexplained weight loss or severe fatigue.
4. Night sweats and a persistent low-grade fever.

Diagnosis typically involves imaging like a chest X-ray or CT scan, followed by a biopsy with immunohistochemistry staining to confirm mesothelial origin. The National Cancer Institute provides detailed clinical information on these diagnostic paths: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/asbestos/asbestos-fact-sheet

The Dual-Path Strategy: Trust Funds and Litigation

If you are diagnosed in Comal County, we pursue a “dual-path” strategy to maximize your recovery. There are over 60 active asbestos bankruptcy trusts holding approximately $30 billion in assets. These funds were established by companies like Johns-Manville and Owens Corning to pay victims without the need for a full trial. Your claim involves:

• Trust Fund Filings: We identify every asbestos product you were exposed to through meticulous work history reconstruction and file claims with all eligible trusts simultaneously.
• Civil Litigation: We pursue solvent (non-bankrupt) defendants—including property owners, equipment manufacturers, and contractors—who are still fully liable for their negligence.

While trust fund payments are subject to percentages (the Manville Trust currently pays ~5.1% of claim value), civil verdicts can be massive. In December 2025, a Baltimore jury awarded $1.5 billion against Johnson & Johnson for mesothelioma caused by asbestos-contaminated talc. Every case is unique, and past results do not guarantee outcomes, but the scale of these recoveries proves that accountability is possible. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 to find out which trusts and defendants apply to your case.

Silica and Engineered Stone: The Growing Crisis in the I-35 Corridor

Comal County is a hub for the construction and quarrying industries. From the limestone operations in New Braunfels to the granite and quartz countertop fabrication shops popping up to serve the San Antonio-Austin growth, silica is everywhere. Crystalline silica is the “next asbestos”—a potent human carcinogen that is causing a resurgence of lung disease in younger workers.

Accelerated Silicosis in Stone Fabricators

If you work in a countertop shop in Comal County, you are likely handling “engineered stone” or quartz. These slabs contain up to 93% crystalline silica, compared to 30% in natural granite. When you cut or grind these slabs without professional-grade wet-suppression and ventilation, you are breathing in concentrated respirable crystalline silica particles less than 5 micrometers in size.

These particles lodge in the alveoli of your lungs. Macrophages engulf them, but the silica is cytotoxic—it kills the cell, releasing the particle to be engulfed again, creating a never-ending cycle of scarring (fibrosis). This leads to:

• Accelerated Silicosis: Symptoms of respiratory failure appearing in just 5 to 10 years rather than decades.
• Progressive Massive Fibrosis (PMF): The consolidation of scar tissue into large masses that make it impossible to breathe.
• Lung Cancer: Silica is classified by the IARC as a Group 1 human carcinogen (https://publications.iarc.who.int).

We represent young workers in their 20s and 30s who now require double lung transplants because their employers ignored OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1910.1053. As Stephanie H. shared in her verified review: “When I felt I had no hope or direction… Leonor reached out to me… She took all the weight of my worries off my shoulders and I just never felt so taken care of.” We provide that same care to Comal County workers facing the terror of a silicosis diagnosis.

Benzene and Industrial Chemical Exposure: Beyond the Refinery Gates

While Comal County isn’t home to the massive refinery complexes of the Houston Ship Channel, our workforce is deeply integrated into the Central Texas industrial economy. Many Comal County residents commute to San Antonio or work in local manufacturing using industrial degreasers, paints, and lubricants that contain benzene.

The Molecular Attack on Your Bone Marrow

Benzene doesn’t just cause cancer in the traditional sense; it rewrites your blood. Most people absorb benzene through inhalation or skin contact. Once in your body, your liver uses the CYP2E1 enzyme to metabolize benzene into benzene oxide and muconaldehyde. These reactive metabolites travel to your bone marrow—the “factory” for your blood cells.

In the marrow, these chemicals bind to the DNA of your hematopoietic stem cells, causing chromosomal translocations like t(8;21) or t(15;17). These specific mutations are the biological “fingerprints” of benzene exposure. Over time, these damaged stem cells produce abnormal blood cells, leading to:

• Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): An aggressive cancer with a 5-year survival rate of approximately 28%—unless it’s detected and treated aggressively.
• Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS): Often called “pre-leukemia,” where the marrow fails to produce enough healthy blood cells.
• Aplastic Anemia: A life-threatening condition where the bone marrow stops producing cells entirely.

Companies have known about the benzene-leukemia link since the early 20th century. Yet, they fought to keep OSHA limits high for decades. In 2024, a Pennsylvania jury awarded $725 million to a mechanic with AML caused by benzene in shop solvents. Whether you worked in a fleet maintenance shop in New Braunfels or an industrial plant in Schertz, you may have a claim against the manufacturers of these chemicals. Ralph Manginello discusses high-value case criteria in this podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/d690a218

PFAS and “Forever Chemicals” in Comal County Water

Comal County residents near military bases like Randolph AFB or industrial sites may be at risk for exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Known as “forever chemicals” because they have a carbon-fluorine bond that does not break down in nature, PFAS bioaccumulates in your blood and organs.

The primary exposure source is Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) used in firefighting training. These chemicals soak into the groundwater and contaminate community wells. Health effects confirmed by the C8 Science Panel include kidney cancer, testicular cancer, ulcerative colitis, and thyroid disease. In June 2023, 3M reached a $12.5 billion settlement to address national drinking water claims, but individual personal injury lawsuits remain active. If you lived near a Comal County contamination site and have been diagnosed with a PFAS-linked condition, we have the resources to document the contamination and hold the manufacturers accountable. Learn more about the EPA’s recent strict limits on PFAS here: https://www.epa.gov/sdwa/and-polyfluoroalkyl-substances-pfas

Dangerous Industry Injuries: Accountability for Comal County Workers

Construction is the engine of Comal County’s growth, but that engine shouldn’t be fueled by worker sacrifice. If you’ve been injured in a fall, a trench collapse, or a heavy equipment accident, you have likely been told that “workers’ comp is all you get.” In Texas, that is often a lie.

Third-Party Liability: The Pathway Beyond Workers’ Comp

Workers’ compensation provides limited medical and wage benefits, but it does nothing for your pain, suffering, or the full loss of your career. We specialize in identifying “third-party” defendants who aren’t your direct employer. These can include:

• General Contractors: Who failed to enforce OSHA fall protection (29 CFR 1926 Subpart M) on a site in New Braunfels.
• Equipment Manufacturers: Who sold a defective scaffold, crane, or gas monitor.
• Property Owners: Who allowed a known hazard, like an un-shored trench, to remain on their land.

A third-party claim has no damage caps. It is your only way to recover the real cost of a catastrophic injury. Ralph Manginello’s comprehensive guide to offshore and industrial accidents covers these rights in detail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vd_HVPtPf4

Specific Hazards in Comal County Construction

• Trench Collapse: One cubic yard of soil in the Comal County Hill Country can weigh 3,000 pounds. A collapse causes “crush syndrome,” where the weight of the soil stops your ability to breathe and causes muscle necrosis (rhabdomyolysis) that destroys your kidneys. OSHA 1926 Subpart P requires protection for any trench over five feet deep. If your employer didn’t show you a trench box or a shoring system, they broke the law.
• Electrocution: At just 50 milliamps, the human heart goes into lethal fibrillation. Many Comal County job sites involve high-voltage work near overhead lines. Violations of “Lockout/Tagout” (29 CFR 1910.147) are the most cited safety failures we see.
• Crane Collapse: The DFW crane tragedy that resulted in an $860 million verdict proves how devastating these structural failures are. We investigate the maintenance logs and wind-speed assessments for every Comal County collapse to prove the operator’s negligence.

Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Comal County Case?

When you call 1-888-ATTY-911, you aren’t talking to a call center in another state. You’re reaching a team that knows the Christus Santa Rosa health system, the Comal County courthouses, and the exact roads our workers travel every day.

• We Work on Contingency: You are already facing medical bills and lost income. Following a terminal diagnosis, the last thing you need is a legal bill. We advance all costs, including expert witnesses and medical reviews. If we don’t win your case, you owe us nothing.
• No Language Barrier: Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish—Hablamos Español. We ensure that our Comal County Hispanic workforce is treated with respect and that immigration status never stands in the way of justice. Your rights are protected by federal law regardless of your status.
• Relentless Communication: As Racheal B. shared: “You never feel forgotten or put on the back burner. The whole process with the firm was simple and smooth… I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THEM!” We provide Ralph’s personal involvement and a dedicated team, including Melani and Leonor, to ensure you are updated weekly.
• E-E-A-T Certified: Our content and our firm are built on Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness. We cite the real science (like the ATSDR’s toxicological profiles: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/index.asp) and real OSHA records because the truth is the most powerful weapon we have.

Compensation Pathways: Mapping Your Full Recovery

We don’t settle for the first offer. We map out every dollar you are entitled to, often pursuing multiple pathways at once:

Every case is different, but for a family in Comal County, these combined sources can mean the difference between financial ruin and a secure future. We focus on the “per diem” method and life-care plans to ensure that your pain, suffering, and future medical needs are fully valued. Ralph explains how much your personal injuries are worth in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onBzdkIWadY

Comal County Toxic Exposure FAQ

Is it too late to file if my exposure was at the New Braunfels Textile Mill in the 1970s?

No. Because of the Discovery Rule in Comal County, your statute of limitations typically starts at the time of your diagnosis, not your exposure. If you were recently diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer, call us immediately to verify your deadline.

Can I sue if the company I worked for in Schertz is now bankrupt?

Yes. Many bankrupt industrial companies established asbestos or chemical trust funds precisely to pay future claimants. We identify the successor corporations and trusts that carry the liability for your old employer.

Do I need to prove which specific product caused my mesothelioma?

Under the “substantial factor” test, we don’t have to prove one single fiber caused the disease—only that a defendant’s product was a significant part of your total exposure. Our deep databases of Comal County job sites help us identify every relevant product.

Will filing a lawsuit affect my VA disability or Social Security?

Generally, no. Civil settlements and trust fund payments are separate from your government disability benefits. In fact, filing a legal claim often provides the medical documentation the VA needs to approve your service-connection.

What has Ralph Manginello done that makes him different from other lawyers?

Ralph was part of the BP Texas City Refinery explosion litigation, a $2.1 billion total case. This wasn’t a standard car wreck; it was a high-stakes battle against one of the largest corporations in the world. He brings that same level of trial-ready aggression to every Comal County case.

How do I know if my quartz countertop job caused my breathing problems?

If you have a dry cough and shortness of breath after working just 5-10 years in the stone fabrication industry, you need a chest X-ray and a specialist’s evaluation. Our firm can connect you with NIOSH-certified B-readers who specialize in identifying silica-related lung disease.

Does Attorney 911 handle cases in Bulverde or Spring Branch?

Yes. We serve all of Comal County and the entire San Antonio-Austin area. We can conduct remote consultations or meet you at your home if you are unable to travel due to your illness.

What is a “Wrongful Death” vs. a “Survival Action” in Comal County?

A wrongful death claim is brought by the family for THEIR loss (consortium, support). A survival action is brought by the estate for the VICTIM’S suffering before death. We typically file both to ensure the family receives maximum compensation.

I’m worried about my immigration status—can I still sue?

Your status has NO bearing on your right to a safe workplace or compensation for toxic exposure. Attorney Ralph Manginello’s 4-part immigration series explains these protections: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7787dfb4

How much does it cost to start my case with Attorney 911?

Zero. We work on a 100% contingency basis. We only get paid if we recover money for you. There is no risk to you or your family to start the investigation.

Take Action: Your Legal Emergency Deserves a 911 Response

Corporate defense teams are already moving to protect their assets. They are banking on you waiting until it’s too late. While you are focusing on your health, let us focus on your justice. We move within 24 hours to preserve evidence, subpoena employment records, and lock in the witness testimony that your case depends on.

Join the hundreds of Texas workers who have trusted us to take on the giants. Whether it’s an asbestos trust fund claim, a benzene leukemia lawsuit, or a catastrophic construction site injury, we are the advocacy team that doesn’t blink.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today for your free, confidential consultation.

Ralph Manginello, Lupe Peña, and the entire Attorney 911 team are standing by to answer your call. You spent your life building this community. Now, let us spend our lives fighting for you.

Attorney 911 / The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC. Principal Office: 1177 W. Loop South, Suite 1600, Houston, TX 77027. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique. This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical or legal advice. Contact your physician for medical concerns and an attorney for legal advice.

Deep Intelligence: The Scientific and Medical Reality of Your Exposure

To understand why Attorney 911 is the right choice for your Comal County case, you must understand the depth of our medical knowledge. We don’t just say “exposure makes you sick.” We understand the cellular mechanisms that cause your disease.

Mesothelioma: The Biology of Frustrated Phagocytosis

For a resident of New Braunfels diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma, the “latency period” of 20-50 years is a scientific requirement. In Phase 1, the asbestos fibers reach the pleura. In Phase 2, the “frustrated phagocytosis” begins—your body’s macrophages attempt to engulf fibers that are physically larger than the cell itself. This releases lysosomal enzymes and reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (RONS), which create a state of permanent oxidative stress in the mesothelial tissue.

This stress leads to the inactivation of the CDKN2A gene, which normally produces proteins that stop tumors from forming. Without this gene working correctly, the cells begin to divide uncontrollably. This is why mesothelioma is so aggressive; by the time it is detected on a CT scan, millions of these damaged cells have already formed a “rind” around the lung. For survival and prognosis data, see the National Cancer Institute’s thoracic oncology guidelines: https://www.cancer.gov/types/mesothelioma

Benzene: The Bone Marrow Microenvironment

In benzene cases, our litigation focuses on the metabolic activation pathway. Benzene itself is relatively stable, but once inside a worker’s liver, it is converted into hydroquinone and p-benzoquinone. These metabolites travel specifically to the bone marrow because they are lipophilic (fat-soluble).

Once in the marrow, these chemicals interfere with the enzyme topoisomerase II, which is essential for DNA replication. When this enzyme is inhibited, the DNA in your blood-producing stem cells breaks and reforms incorrectly, creating the chromosomal translocations we use as evidence in court. This process, occurring over 5 to 15 years, is the primary driver of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society provides additional resources for families processing these blood-cancer diagnoses: https://www.lls.org

Silica: The Cytotoxic Cycle

For Comal County quarry workers, silicosis is an “inflammatory cascade.” Respirable crystalline silica particles are tiny enough to evade the mucous in your throat and settle in the alveoli—the tiny air sacs where oxygen enters your blood. The silica particles are toxic to lung tissue; as macrophages die trying to clean them up, they release Interleukin-1 beta, a powerful inflammatory marker that tells your body to build scar tissue around the particle.

This scar tissue (fibrosis) is permanent. As more particles are inhaled, the scars join together, reducing the lung’s ability to expand. This is why silicosis patients often feel like they are “breathing through a straw.” Because the silica particles never leave, the disease continues to get worse even after the worker leaves the quarry. Citing the NIOSH research on stone fabrication is a key part of our evidence-building process: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/silica/about/

Corporate Accountability Timeline: What They Knew in Comal County Industries

The “Enemy” section of our advocacy is based on documented history. We don’t guess that companies were negligent; we prove it with their own files.

• 1933: Johns-Manville suppressed a health study of its own workers that showed 75% of long-term employees had asbestosis.
• 1935: The “Sumner Simpson” letters: The president of Raybestos-Manhattan wrote to the VP of Johns-Manville, saying, “The less said about asbestos, the better off we are.”
• 1960s: DuPont’s internal studies showed that “C8” (PFAS) caused liver enlargement in animals, yet they continued to dump the chemical and use it in consumer products.
• 1970s: 3M’s own researchers documented that PFAS was building up in the blood of its workers across the country.
• 1980s: Monsanto (Bayer) ghostwrote scientific papers to undermine the link between Roundup and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

These documents are the bedrock of our punitive damage claims. When we sue a company on behalf of a Comal County family, we aren’t just asking for medical bills; we are asking the jury to punish the company for decades of intentional deception.

Why Time is of the Essence in Comal County

Statutes of limitations are the #1 weapon corporate defense teams use. In Texas, you generally have two years from the point of “discovery” to file a claim. However, “discovery” is a legal term that defense lawyers will fight to move as early as possible. If you had a cough in 2021 and were diagnosed in 2024, they will argue you “should have known” three years ago.

Furthermore, evidence in Comal County is disappearing:

1. Employment Records: As smaller contractors go out of business or get acquired, their payroll and safety logs are often shredded.
2. Witnesses: Your co-workers from the 1980s are aging. Their testimony is essential to prove that “Dusty” work conditions existed without respirators.
3. Bankruptcy Timelines: As more victims file claims, the remaining trust fund money per person can decrease.

Waiting even six months after a diagnosis can significantly reduce the value of your case. Attorney Ralph Manginello explains the “Million-Dollar Case” criteria—and how time affects them—in this YouTube breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmMwE7GqUFI

Testimonial Proof: The Family You Join at Attorney 911

We treat every client like family because, in Comal County, we ARE neighbors. Jamin M. shared: “Mr. Manginello guided me through the whole process with great expertise… He was tenacious, accessible, and determined throughout the 19 months of my case. Not only would I recommend him to anyone but I can say that things may not have turned out for me the way they did had I not had him on my side. I can say this with confidence because the judge said so himself.”

Another client, Eddy M., noted the responsiveness that sets us apart from the big “billboard” firms: “Every question I had was answered thoroughly and in a timely manner… Melani was outstanding—always responsive, helpful, and patient.”

We use a team approach. When you hire us, you get Ralph’s 27+ years of courtroom “BEAST” energy, Lupe’s defense-side tactical brain, and a dedicated support staff who knows that one number—1-888-ATTY-911—is the only one you need to remember.

A Final Word to the Veterans of Comal County

If you served at Camp Lejeune, worked on a Navy ship, or stood near a burn pit in Iraq or Afghanistan, you were a victim of “state-sponsored” toxic exposure. The PACT Act and the Camp Lejeune Justice Act have finally opened the doors to the compensation you were denied for decades.

You don’t just have a VA claim; you have a potential federal lawsuit. We help you navigate both. We coordinate with your VA benefits to ensure that your civil settlement doesn’t result in an unfair “offset.” You fought for us. Now, let Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña fight for you.

Your case evaluation is free. Your rights are real. Your fight starts now.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911.

Additional Comal County Resources and Treatment Referrals

If you or a loved one are facing a toxic exposure diagnosis in Comal County, immediate access to world-class medical care is your priority. We encourage our clients to seek consultations at these NCI-designated and specialized centers:

• UT Health San Antonio / Mays Cancer Center: The nearest NCI-designated cancer center to Comal County. They offer advanced clinical trials for mesothelioma and blood cancers. https://cancer.uthscsa.edu/
• MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston): Consistently ranked #1 in the nation. It is roughly a 3-hour drive from New Braunfels, but for a terminal diagnosis, their specialized programs are unmatched. https://www.mdanderson.org
• Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital (San Antonio): The primary VAMC for Comal County veterans. Contact their Environmental Health Coordinator for a free Toxic Exposure Screening. https://www.va.gov/south-texas-health-care/locations/audie-l-murphy-memorial-veterans-hospital/
• The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation: For patient support and clinical trial matching. https://www.curemeso.org
• ClinicalTrials.gov: Search for active trials in the San Antonio-Austin corridor for your specific condition. https://clinicaltrials.gov

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