Toxic Exposure and Industrial Injury in the Town of Elkhart: Holding Corporations Accountable for the Workers Who Built East Texas

For decades, the families in the Town of Elkhart have watched their loved ones head north on US-287 or west toward the industrial hubs of Anderson County, performing the heavy, essential work that fuels the Texas economy. You worked in the railyards of Palestine, maintained the pipelines cutting through the Piney Woods, and handled the industrial chemicals that built the modern world. You did your job with pride, but the companies that profited from your labor kept a deadly secret: the air you breathed, the dust on your clothes, and the chemicals on your skin were quietly destroying your health.

If you or a loved one in the Town of Elkhart has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, leukemia, or has suffered a catastrophic injury at an industrial site, you are not just a medical statistic. You are a victim of corporate negligence. At Attorney 911, led by Ralph Manginello and backed by the insider knowledge of former insurance defense attorney Lupe Peña, we don’t just “handle” these cases. We wage war against the billion-dollar corporations that treated the workers of the Town of Elkhart as expendable.

Whether your exposure happened at the Union Pacific facilities in Palestine, a pipeline construction site in Anderson County, or an industrial plant along the Neches River, you have rights that extend far beyond a standard workers’ compensation claim. We know how these companies hide evidence, how their insurers lowball victims, and exactly how to beat them in a Texas courtroom.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation. Our team is ready to provide the immediate, aggressive help you need.

The Discovery of Betrayal: Why Latent Disease Is Not an Accident

Most toxic exposure victims in the Town of Elkhart don’t realize they are victims until decades after their last shift. You might have retired years ago, only to be met with a persistent cough or a sudden diagnosis of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). This delay is not a coincidence; it is a biological and corporate reality.

Toxic substances like asbestos and benzene operate on a “latency clock.” For mesothelioma, this clock can run for 20 to 50 years. For benzene-related blood cancers, it may be 5 to 15 years. During that time, the corporations that exposed you were counting on you to forget where you worked and what you handled. They were counting on evidence disappearing and witnesses passing away.

We understand the specific industrial history of Anderson County. We know that the Town of Elkhart’s workforce has been deeply integrated into the East Texas railroad and energy sectors for generations. When a doctor at Palestine Regional Medical Center or UT Health East Texas gives you a devastating diagnosis, the scientific link to your past work is often the first thing they look for. At Attorney 911, we perform the legal “diagnosis” that clarifies exactly who is responsible for your suffering.

Attorney Ralph Manginello, with over 27 years of trial experience, has seen this pattern of betrayal repeated across every industrial sector in Texas. He was part of the litigation team that held BP accountable following the Texas City Refinery explosion — a case involving a $2.1 billion total recovery that demonstrated what happens when corporate cost-cutting meets human life. That same level of relentless advocacy is what we bring to every family in the Town of Elkhart.

Mesothelioma and Asbestos: The Anchor of Corporate Negligence in East Texas

Asbestos was once the “miracle mineral” used in every corner of Texas industry, from the insulation on steam lines in railyards to the gaskets in refinery process units. But there is no miracle in the Town of Elkhart for a family facing a mesothelioma diagnosis. Mesothelioma is a terminal cancer of the lining of the lungs (pleura) or abdomen (peritoneum), and it is caused almost exclusively by asbestos exposure.

The Science of How Asbestos Kills: The Macrophage Failure

The biological mechanism of mesothelioma is a story of “frustrated phagocytosis.” When you inhaled asbestos fibers while working at an industrial site near the Town of Elkhart, those microscopic, needle-like fibers traveled deep into your lung tissue. Your body’s immune cells, called macrophages, attempted to engulf and destroy these foreign invaders.

However, asbestos fibers are chemically indestructible and too long for a macrophage to consume. The macrophage essentially “pops” or fails, releasing toxic inflammatory cytokines and reactive oxygen species (ROS) into the surrounding tissue. This triggers a cycle of chronic inflammation that lasts for decades. Over thousands of cell divisions, this inflammation causes DNA damage, deactivating critical tumor suppressor genes like BAP1 and p53. Eventually, the mesothelial cells undergo a malignant transformation.

This process is irreversible. By the time symptoms appear — chest pain, shortness of breath, or unexplained weight loss — the cancer has already taken hold. National Cancer Institute data confirms that the median survival for pleural mesothelioma is often 12 to 21 months, though aggressive treatments at centers like MD Anderson in Houston can extend that window.

The National Cancer Institute provides detailed breakdowns of these biological mechanisms and current treatment protocols for mesothelioma patients. https://www.cancer.gov/types/mesothelioma

Specific Exposure Pathways for the Town of Elkhart Workforce

Workers in the Town of Elkhart were primarily exposed to asbestos through several high-risk occupations:

1. Railroad Workers (FELA): Historically, Anderson County has been a hub for rail activity. Asbestos was used extensively in locomotive insulation, brake shoes, and steam pipe lagging. Men who worked in the roundhouses or on the tracks in Palestine inhaled these fibers daily.
2. Pipefitters and Insulators: Whether at a local manufacturing plant or traveling to refineries in Beaumont or Port Arthur, Town of Elkhart tradespeople handled asbestos-containing “mud,” pipe covering, and gaskets for decades.
3. Construction and Demolition: Many commercial buildings and residences in the Town of Elkhart built before 1980 contain asbestos in floor tiles, roofing, and joint compound (drywall “mud”).
4. Secondary (Take-Home) Exposure: This is the most tragic pathway. Wives and children in the Town of Elkhart were exposed when they laundered the dust-caked work clothes of their husbands and fathers. Mesothelioma in a spouse who never worked in industry is almost always a “take-home” exposure case.

Ralph Manginello explains the high stakes of these cases and what constitutes a “million-dollar case” in his detailed video guide. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d690a218

If you are a resident of the Town of Elkhart suffering from asbestos-related disease, you may be entitled to compensation from multiple bankruptcy trust funds AND active civil lawsuits. Call 888-ATTY-911 for a free case evaluation.

The Lupe Peña Advantage: Why an Insurance Insider Matters for Elkhart Victims

In toxic exposure litigation, your enemy isn’t just the corporation that poisoned you. Your enemy is the team of insurance defense lawyers and third-party administrators hired to block your claim. They use a specific playbook designed to delay your case until the victim passes away or until the statute of limitations expires.

Attorney Lupe Peña spent years on the defense side. He sat in the boardrooms where these companies plotted their defense strategies. He knows how they evaluate claims, how they hide internal safety audits, and how they attempt to blame a worker’s “lifestyle” or smoking history for a disease that was clearly caused by industrial chemicals.

When Lupe “switched sides” to join Attorney 911, he brought that internal playbook with him. This is the nuclear advantage for the Town of Elkhart’s injured workers. We don’t have to guess what the defense will say; we already know their next three moves. We use this insider intelligence to front-load our evidence development, making it harder for them to deny the reality of your exposure.

As Lupe explains in his guide to depositions, corporate defense attorneys will try to trip you up on the details of your work history from 40 years ago. We prepare you for these tactics so your testimony remains ironclad. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_qCwqfeRRs

FELA Railroad Injuries: Anderson County’s Legacy of Exposure

The Town of Elkhart shares a deep history with the railroad. From the legendary steam era to modern Class I operations, the rail industry has been the backbone of the Anderson County economy. But railroad workers are not covered by standard Texas workers’ compensation. Instead, they are protected by a powerful federal law called the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA).

FELA vs. Workers’ Comp: The Advantage for Elkhart Rail Workers

Under standard workers’ comp, your recovery is capped, and you usually cannot sue your employer for negligence. FELA is different. It gives railroad workers in the Town of Elkhart the right to sue their employer (such as Union Pacific or BNSF) for negligence.

FELA has a “featherweight” burden of proof. This means the railroad is liable if their negligence played any part, however small, in causing your injury or disease. If a railyard in Anderson County failed to provide proper respirators, or if they knew an area was contaminated with asbestos or diesel exhaust and said nothing, they are liable under FELA.

Damages in FELA cases are uncapped. They include:

• Full past and future lost wages (not just a percentage).
• Complete medical coverage.
• Compensation for physical pain and mental anguish.
• Loss of enjoyment of life.

The Long-Term Toxins of the Rails

While traumatic injuries like falls or crush accidents are common at Anderson County railyards, the latent diseases are often more devastating. Railroaders were exposed to:

• Asbestos: Locomotive brake shoes, boiler insulation, and pipe lagging.
• Diesel Exhaust: A “Group 1” known human carcinogen that causes lung and bladder cancer.
• Creosote: Used to treat railroad ties; causes skin and lung cancers.
• Herbicides: Used for right-of-way management, including Roundup (glyphosate), linked to Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) maintains safety data and regulatory standards that every railroad operating in Anderson County must follow. https://railroads.dot.gov/safety-data

If you worked the rails near the Town of Elkhart and are now sick, you are not just “unlucky.” The railroad likely violated federal safety standards for decades. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 to discuss your FELA rights with a team that knows the tracks.

Benzene Exposure and the East Texas Energy Sector

While the Town of Elkhart is known for its peaceful rural character, it sits at the edge of the vast East Texas oil and gas infrastructure. Workers from this area frequently commute to refinery hubs or work at pipeline stations where benzene exposure is a daily reality.

The Molecular Attack: Benzene and Your Bone Marrow

Benzene (C6H6) is a colorless, sweet-smelling chemical found in crude oil and gasoline. It is one of the most dangerous chemicals in industrial use. Unlike many toxins that you can eventually clear from your system, benzene targets the very “factory” of your blood: the bone marrow.

In the liver, benzene is metabolized by the CYP2E1 enzyme into benzene oxide and then into a highly toxic metabolite called muconaldehyde. These metabolites travel to the bone marrow, where they bind to DNA and cause specific chromosomal translocations, such as t(8;21) or t(15;17). These mutations essentially “turn off” the controls on blood cell production.

This leads to a cascade of diseases:

1. Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS): A pre-cancerous condition where the marrow produces “junk” blood cells.
2. Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): A fast-moving, often fatal blood cancer.
3. Aplastic Anemia: Where the bone marrow stops producing blood cells entirely.

If you worked at a refinery or pipeline facility and have been diagnosed with leukemia, the insurance companies will try to tell you it’s “just genetics.” We use board-certified toxicologists to prove the chemical fingerprints benzene left in your marrow.

OSHA’s current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for benzene is 1 part per million (ppm) — but even this level has been criticized as unsafe by NIOSH. https://www.osha.gov/benzene

Ralph Manginello’s experience in the BP Texas City refinery litigation gives our firm a distinct advantage in understanding refinery process units and the hidden benzene leaks that expose workers. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, but a $2.1 billion case history shows we aren’t afraid of the biggest energy companies on earth.

Roundup and Pesticide Exposure in the Town of Elkhart

The Town of Elkhart’s agricultural and forestry heritage means that many residents have spent decades handling or being near heavy pesticide and herbicide applications. The most prominent example is Roundup, which contains the active ingredient glyphosate.

The Monsanto Papers and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified glyphosate as “probably carcinogenic to humans” in 2015. But internal documents revealed through litigation—known as the “Monsanto Papers”—showed that the manufacturer knew about the cancer risks for years while ghostwriting studies to say the opposite.

For a farmer or landscaper in Anderson County, the risk is Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL). This cancer of the lymphatic system can take 10 to 20 years to manifest. If you used Roundup regularly on your property or through your work in the Town of Elkhart and have now been diagnosed with NHL, you have a direct path to a product liability claim.

IARC’s detailed monograph on glyphosate provides the scientific foundation for these claims. https://monographs.iarc.who.int/substances-labeled-with-iarc-monographs-group-2a/

Juries have awarded billions of dollars in Roundup verdicts because of the documented corporate concealment. As Ralph explains in his podcast on case timelines, mass tort cases can be complex, but they are often the only way for individual families to get justice against global corporations. https://share.transistor.fm/s/2c8431e6

Construction Accidents and Third-Party Liability in Elkhart

The Town of Elkhart and the surrounding Anderson County region are constantly growing. Construction activity—whether commercial, residential, or infrastructure—is everywhere. But when a construction worker falls from a scaffold or a trench wall collapses on a job site, the employer often tries to hide behind the workers’ compensation shield.

Breaking the Workers’ Comp Barrier

In the Town of Elkhart, your employer might tell you that workers’ comp is your “exclusive remedy.” This is a lie. While you might be restricted from suing your direct employer in some circumstances, you can almost always sue negligent “third parties.”

Third-party defendants on an Elkhart construction site can include:

• The general contractor who failed to enforce site safety.
• The property owner who allowed a dangerous condition.
• The manufacturer of a defective scaffold, harness, or crane.
• The subcontractor whose actions caused your injury.

Unlike workers’ comp, a third-party lawsuit allows you to recover full damages for your pain, suffering, and permanent disability.

The Fatal Four in Anderson County

OSHA identifies the “Fatal Four” leading causes of construction deaths:

1. Falls: The #1 killer. Scaffolds must be erected by a “competent person” per 29 CFR 1926.451.
2. Struck-By: Being hit by heavy equipment or falling debris.
3. Caught-In/Between: Trench collapses and machine guarding failures. One cubic yard of Anderson County soil can weigh 3,000 pounds—enough to crush the life out of a worker in seconds.
4. Electrocution: Contact with overhead power lines or faulty wiring.

Ralph Manginello’s guide to construction accidents in Texas provides a roadmap for injured tradespeople. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqYeRjbR9PI

Every case is unique, but our firm has seen how 27+ years of experience and federal court admission make defendants take a claim seriously. Call 888-ATTY-911 as soon as possible so we can send investigators to the site before the evidence is cleaned up.

The Clock Is Running: Understanding the Discovery Rule in Texas

One of the biggest obstacles for Town of Elkhart victims is the fear that it is “too late” to sue. You might say, “But I handled that asbestos in 1978. The statute of limitations must be over.”

In Texas, we follow the Discovery Rule. This means that the two-year statute of limitations for a toxic exposure claim does not necessarily start on the day you were exposed. It starts on the day you discovered your injury and its likely cause. For a mesothelioma patient in the Town of Elkhart, that clock typically starts on the day of diagnosis.

However, once that clock starts, it moves fast. Companies are filing for bankruptcy protection specifically to cap their future liability and move claims into trust funds that pay only 5 to 10 cents on the dollar. Filing while the company is still solvent—or while trust fund payment percentages are still high—is critical.

In his podcast episode on the statute of limitations, Ralph Manginello breaks down why you should never assume your time has run out without a professional legal review. https://share.transistor.fm/s/bddc1426

What Our Clients Say: Social Proof from Real Texans

We don’t expect you to take our word for it. Our reputation in Town of Elkhart and across Texas is built on the experiences of the people we’ve represented. Attorney 911 maintains a 4.9-star rating across 270+ verified Google reviews.

As Chad Harris wrote in his review: “What seemed to be a crisis for my family and I with no way out… Atty. Manginello stepped in and absolutely fought for us. A true PITT BULL and fighter. He don’t play!… Unlike some law firms where you are dealing with an answering service, that’s NOT the case here. Atty. Manginello and I had DIRECT COMMUNICATION.”

This is the standard we set for every Town of Elkhart family. We treat you like family because in a small community like ours, that’s what matters. As S.M. put it: “It’s rare you find humble people that genuinely care about the well-being of others… Their name Attorney 911 definitely lines up with their actions.”

These testimonials reflect the commitment to excellence we bring to every toxic exposure and industrial injury case. Past results and individual reviews do not guarantee future outcomes, but they speak to the character of our firm.

The Compensation Pathway: What Is Your Elkhart Case Worth?

When you call Attorney 911, we investigate every possible source of recovery. We are not a “settlement mill” that takes the first offer. We look for the “Full Recovery Stack,” which can include:

1. Asbestos Trust Fund Claims: There are over 60 active trusts with $30 billion in assets. We file with every trust whose products were present at your job site.
2. Solvent Lawsuits: We sue manufacturers who have not gone bankrupt (like John Crane or certain chemical manufacturers) to recover full compensatory and punitive damages.
3. FELA / Jones Act Suits: For railroad and maritime workers, these statutes provide paths to significant jury awards.
4. VA Disability: For veterans in the Town of Elkhart, we ensure your legal claim doesn’t interfere with your service-connected benefits.
5. Wrongful Death & Survival Actions: If you have lost a loved one, we recover for their pain and suffering (Survival Action) and your family’s loss of support and companionship (Wrongful Death).

Settlement values for mesothelioma cases often range from $1 million to $1.4 million, with jury verdicts reaching much higher. Benzene and industrial accident cases vary widely based on the severity of the injury and the degree of corporate gross negligence.

Ralph Manginello discusses how these settlement values are calculated in his video guide to personal injury settlements. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onBzdkIWadY

Immediate Action Steps for Town of Elkhart Families

If you are facing a diagnosis or have been injured on the job in Anderson County, the next 30 days are critical for the survival of your claim.

1. Secure Your Medical Records: Ensure that your doctors have clearly documented the diagnosis. If you have been exposed to asbestos, ask for a pathology review by a specialist who can distinguish mesothelioma from other lung cancers.
2. Do Not Sign Anything from Your Employer: After an industrial accident or a diagnosis, your employer’s insurance carrier may offer a small lump sum in exchange for a full release of liability. Never sign this. You are likely signing away millions of dollars in future claims.
3. Preserve Evidence: If you were injured in a mechanical failure, take photos of the equipment and the surrounding area. If you are a latent disease victim, start a list of every job you held, the years you worked there, and any co-workers who are still alive.
4. Call 1-888-ATTY-911: We offer free, remote consultations for Town of Elkhart residents. We can come to you if you are unable to travel.

Regional Medical Resources for Elkhart Residents

Getting the best care is your first priority. Residents of the Town of Elkhart have access to some of the finest medical facilities in the world within a two-to-three-hour drive:

• UT Health East Texas (Palestine/Tyler): Excellent for initial diagnosis and local pulmonary care. The UT Health Tyler program is a leader in occupational lung medicine.
• MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston): Located 151 miles south of Elkhart. Ranked #1 in the nation for cancer care and home to the world’s leading mesothelioma specialists.
• Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center (Houston): Home to the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center and world-renowned specialists in thoracic surgery for mesothelioma.
• VA Medical Center (Houston or Dallas): For our Town of Elkhart veterans, these facilities provide free PACT Act toxic exposure screenings.

The National Cancer Institute maintains a directory of all NCI-designated cancer centers, which are the only facilities you should trust with a complex toxic exposure diagnosis. https://www.cancer.gov

Frequently Asked Questions for Town of Elkhart Victims

Can I file a claim if my exposure happened 40 years ago?

Yes. As long as you are within two years of your diagnosis (the “Discovery”), we can pursue a claim. Many of our clients in Anderson County were exposed during the 1960s, 70s, and 80s.

What if my former employer in Anderson County is out of business?

We can still recover for you. Many companies have successor corporations that inherited their liabilities. For those that went bankupt, we file claims against their dedicated bankruptcy trust funds.

Will hiring a lawyer affect my VA benefits or Social Security?

Generally, no. Civil lawsuits for toxic exposure and product liability are independent of government benefit programs. We work to ensure that your recovery is structured to avoid unnecessary offsets.

Do I have to pay anything up front?

Never. At Attorney 911, we work on a 100% contingency fee basis. We advance all costs for expert witnesses, medical record collection, and investigation. We only get paid if we win money for you.

I’m undocumented—do I have legal rights in Texas?

Yes. Your immigration status does not change the fact that a corporation violated safety laws and poisoned you. At Attorney 911, Lupe Peña is bilingual and understands the specific concerns of our immigrant workforce. Your consultation is completely confidential.

Conclusion: You Built Texas. We’ll Build Your Case.

The Town of Elkhart is a place where hard work is a way of life. You spent your years building the railyards, maintaining the pipelines, and keeping the industry of East Texas moving. You were loyal to your employers, but they were not loyal to you. They knew the risks of asbestos, benzene, and toxic chemicals, and they chose to say nothing.

You don’t have to carry this burden alone. Ralph Manginello, Lupe Peña, and the entire team at Attorney 911 are ready to fight for your family. We bring the scientific expertise of mass tort specialists, the grit of a Texas trial firm, and the insider knowledge of an insurance defense veteran.

The corporations have their legal team. It’s time you had yours.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now. Or call our Houston primary office directly at (713) 528-9070. Immediate, aggressive, and professional help is just one call away.

Attorney 911 / The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC
Principal Office: Houston, Texas
1177 W. Loop South, Suite 1600
Houston, TX 77027

This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is unique. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Call for a free consultation about your specific situation.

Toxic Exposure FAQ for Elkhart and Anderson County

Q: I worked at the railyard in Palestine. Is the diesel exhaust I breathed for 20 years enough to cause my lung cancer?
A: Yes. IARC and the WHO have classified diesel exhaust as a Group 1 known human carcinogen. Under FELA, if Union Pacific or another railroad failed to provide adequate ventilation or respirators, they can be held liable for your diagnosis even decades later.

Q: My father died of mesothelioma 18 months ago in Elkhart. Is it too late for our family to sue?
A: In Texas, the statute of limitations for wrongful death is generally two years from the date of death. You are likely still in the window. We can help you file a Survival Action (for your father’s pain) and a Wrongful Death claim (for the family’s loss).

Q: Can I sue for asbestos exposure if I never worked at a plant? I just lived near one.
A: These are called community exposure or environmental contamination claims. If the facility released asbestos or other toxins into the environment, you might have a claim for personal injury or property damage.

Q: I was a mechanic in Elkhart and handled brake pads for 30 years. Should I be screened for asbestos?
A: Absolutely. Brake pads and gaskets were some of the most common sources of chrysotile asbestos. If you are experiencing any shortness of breath or chest pain, you should see a pulmonologist and mention your work history.

Q: How do I know which companies’ products were at my job site?
A: That is the core of what we do. We maintain extensive databases of product shipments, job site surveys, and co-worker depositions for industrial sites across East Texas. We can often identify the products you handled simply by knowing the plant and the years you worked.

Q: What is a “B Reader” in an asbestos case?
A: A NIOSH-certified B Reader is a radiologist with specialized training in identifying the radiographic patterns of occupational lung diseases on X-rays. Their diagnosis is the “gold standard” in toxic tort litigation.

Q: Why should I choose Attorney 911 over the big firms I see on TV?
A: Many of those national firms are just “referral mills”—they sign as many cases as possible and then sell them to other firms. At Attorney 911, you get Ralph Manginello’s cell phone number. You get Lupe Peña’s insurance insider knowledge. You get a Texas firm that knows your local courts and cares about your specific outcome.

Q: Can I receive a settlement from a trust fund without going to court?
A: Yes. Many asbestos trust fund claims are “liquidated” and paid based on medical and exposure documentation without ever filing a lawsuit in court. However, to get the maximum value for your case, we often recommend pursuing a civil lawsuit against the solvent defendants alongside your trust fund claims.

Q: I worked at a chemical plant near Beaumont—could my AML be connected?
A: Refineries and chemical plants along the Neches and Sabine Rivers are massive benzene users. If you worked in a unit with benzene-containing process streams, the statistical and scientific link to your AML is very strong.

Q: Does my smoking history disqualify me from an asbestos claim in Elkhart?
A: No. Defendants will try to use it as a distraction, but smoking does not cause mesothelioma. For lung cancer, asbestos and smoking together create a “synergistic” effect, meaning your risk was 50 to 90 times higher than a non-exposed non-smoker. The law says the company is still responsible for the “extra” risk they caused.

Q: What is the Camp Lejeune Justice Act?
A: This is a new law that allows anyone (veterans, civilian workers, or family members) who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987 for at least 30 days to sue the government for injuries caused by the contaminated water. If you are a veteran in the Town of Elkhart who was stationed there, call us immediately.

Q: If I win a toxic exposure settlement, do I have to pay it all back to Medicare?
A: Medicare and other insurance providers often have a “lien” on settlements. We have a dedicated team that negotiates these liens down to a fraction of their original size, ensuring that the majority of the money stays in your pocket.

Q: I’m worried about my kids—they were exposed to the dust on my clothes. Can they be tested?
A: Secondary exposure is real. If your children are now adults and showing respiratory symptoms, they should be evaluated by an occupational medicine specialist. We have successfully represented many “take-home” exposure victims.

Q: Where can I find more information about mesothelioma clinical trials in Texas?
A: ClinicalTrials.gov is the primary repository, but you can also consult the MD Anderson mesothelioma program website for the most recent East Texas-relevant trials. https://www.mdanderson.org/research/clinical-trials.html

Q: How much of my time will the lawsuit take?
A: We handle the vast majority of the work. You will need to provide your work and medical history and may need to give a deposition (a recorded interview). Beyond that, our team manages the filings, the experts, and the negotiations so you can focus on your family.

Call Attorney 911 at 1-888-ATTY-911 for your free, no-obligation case evaluation. Let’s hold the corporations accountable together.