City of Iraan Toxic Exposure and Oilfield Injury Guide: Fighting for Pecos County Workers Traditionally Betrayed by Corporate Giants

For nearly a century, the City of Iraan has served as the heartbeat of the Permian Basin’s production, built upon the massive discovery of the Yates Oil Field in 1926. Generations of workers in the City of Iraan have dedicated their lives to the Ohio Oil Company, Marathon, and the dozens of service companies that define life along Highway 190 and Highway 349. You did the heavy lifting that fueled America, but while you were working the rig floors, maintaining the pumping stations, and clearing the pipelines, the corporations you served were often keeping secrets. They knew the “white dust” on the gaskets was asbestos. They knew the sweet-smelling vapors from the separators were benzene. They knew the “sour gas” in the formations could kill in a single breath. If you worked in the City of Iraan’s oilfields and are now facing a diagnosis of mesothelioma, leukemia, or a permanent industrial injury, you aren’t just a victim of “bad luck”—you are a victim of corporate negligence. Our legal team at Attorney 911, led by Ralph Manginello and former insurance defense insider Lupe Peña, provides the aggressive, scientific, and locally anchored advocacy necessary to hold these companies accountable.

The realization that your health was traded for corporate profit is a moment of profound betrayal. Whether you were an operator at a City of Iraan production site in the 1970s now struggling to breathe, or a roughneck recently injured in a Permian Basin blowout, the physical and emotional weight of your situation belongs on the shoulders of the negligent companies, not yours. We understand that in a tight-knit community like the City of Iraan, taking legal action against a major employer can feel daunting. However, the law provides specific protections against retaliation, and the compensation pathways we pursue—ranging from multi-billion dollar asbestos trust funds to direct litigation—are designed to provide for your family’s future.

Ralph Manginello brings over 27 years of trial experience to your case, including a background in high-stakes litigation like the BP Texas City Refinery explosion, where he fought against one of the world’s largest energy companies. Lupe Peña adds a unique strategic edge; having worked years on the defense side for major insurers, he knows exactly how these corporations attempt to suppress medical evidence and undervalue your suffering. Together, we ensure that workers in the City of Iraan are never forced to navigate the legal aftermath of toxic exposure alone.

The clock is already ticking on your rights. In the City of Iraan and across Texas, the “Discovery Rule” is the most critical legal concept you need to understand. While most personal injury claims have a strict two-year window from the date of an accident, toxic exposure cases are different. Your right to file a claim often begins the moment you were diagnosed or should have reasonably known that your illness was caused by your work in the City of Iraan. As Ralph explains in this episode of the Attorney 911 podcast, understanding these deadlines is the first step toward justice: https://share.transistor.fm/s/bddc1426.

The Science of Discovery: Why Mesothelioma and Leukemia Target City of Iraan Oilfield Veterans

If you have been diagnosed with an illness years after leaving the oilfield, the medical community refers to this gap as the “latency period.” For mesothelioma caused by asbestos, this period can stretch from 20 to 50 years. For or acute myeloid leukemia (AML) caused by benzene, it may be 5 to 15 years. The corporations that operated in the City of Iraan used this time to their advantage, hoping you would never connect your sickness to the products you handled decades ago. We use the science of cellular damage to prove the connection they want to hide.

Understanding Asbestos and Frustrated Phagocytosis in the Yates Field

For decades, asbestos was the standard insulation material used on steam lines, wellhead equipment, and gaskets throughout Pecos County production sites. When these materials are cut, sanded, or simply degrade over time in the Texas heat, they release microscopic fibers into the air. When a worker in the City of Iraan inhales these fibers, they penetrate deep into the lungs and eventually lodge in the mesothelium—the thin lining that protects your internal organs.

These fibers are “biopersistent,” meaning the human body has no way to break them down or expel them. Your immune system sends specialized cells called macrophages to destroy the invaders. However, because asbestos fibers are sharp, thin, and often longer than the macrophage itself, your body’s cells fail in a process known as “frustrated phagocytosis.” The macrophage dies trying to consume the fiber, releasing a cascade of inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-1β) and reactive oxygen species (ROS). This chronic inflammation continues for decades, eventually causing DNA damage and the inactivation of tumor suppressor genes like BAP1. This molecular failure is what eventually triggers malignant transformation. The result is mesothelioma, a cancer with no known cause other than asbestos exposure. The National Cancer Institute provides a detailed breakdown of this mechanism and current research into asbestos-related malignancies: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/asbestos/asbestos-fact-sheet.

Benzene and the Bone Marrow: The Invisible Threat in City of Iraan Production

Workers in the City of Iraan have also faced continuous exposure to benzene, a natural component of Permian Basin crude oil. Benzene is highly volatile and enters the body through inhalation or skin contact. Once inside, it is processed by the liver into reactive metabolites, the most dangerous of which is muconaldehyde. These metabolites travel to the bone marrow, where they attack hematopoietic stem cells—the cells responsible for producing your blood.

This toxicity causes specific chromosomal translocations, such as t(8;21) or inv(16), which are hallmarks of benzene-induced leukemia. Over time, the damage leads to myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or acute myeloid leukemia (AML), effectively shutting down the body’s ability to produce healthy white and red blood cells. The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has documented these pathways in their peer-reviewed toxicological profiles, which serve as foundational evidence in our litigation: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp3.pdf.

Our Insider Advantage: Turning the Insurance Playbook Against the Defense

The most significant hurdle for any City of Iraan resident filing a toxic exposure claim is the “identification defense.” Corporate lawyers will argue that because you encountered many different chemicals over a 30-year career, you cannot prove their specific product caused your cancer. They will try to shift the blame to your lifestyle, your age, or even your genetics. This is where Lupe Peña’s background becomes your greatest asset.

Having worked inside the defense firms that protect these companies, Lupe understands the specific tactics used to suppress occupational health records and manipulate “junk science” experts. We don’t just “suspect” what they’re going to do; we’ve seen the playbook from the inside. We counter the identification defense by aggressively documenting your entire work history in the City of Iraan, utilizing co-worker affidavits, union records, and industrial hygiene reports to map every substance you were forced to breathe.

As Ralph Manginello discusses in his guide to what makes a million-dollar case, the strength of the evidence is what dictates the settlement value: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDptORwY6Pk. We front-load our investigations to ensure that when we sit across from a corporate legal team, they know we have the proof needed to win at trial.

Tier 1 Exposure Case Types: Protecting the City of Iraan Workforce

The City of Iraan’s unique industrial profile means that workers here face specific combinations of toxic substances and dangerous working conditions. Our firm focuses our expertise on the following Tier 1 case types, providing the depth of knowledge that generalist personal injury firms cannot match.

Mesothelioma and Asbestos Claims for Retired Iraan Operators

If you worked as a pumper, gauger, maintenance mechanic, or insulator in the City of Iraan refineries or production fields prior to 1985, you were almost certainly exposed to asbestos. Much of this exposure occurred in the confined spaces of pumping stations or while servicing legacy equipment at the Yates Oil Field.

Many victims believe they cannot sue because their employer from 30 years ago is now out of business. This is a common misconception. When companies like Johns-Manville or Owens Corning filed for bankruptcy due to asbestos liability, the courts required them to set aside billions of dollars into Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts. There are currently over 60 active trusts with approximately $30 billion in remaining assets. These funds are available to you right now, and you may qualify for claims against five, ten, or even twenty different trusts simultaneously. We handle the complex filing requirements for these trusts, which are independent of any lawsuit against active companies.

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, the time to act is now. Trust fund payment percentages are subject to change as more claims are filed, and securing your place in the queue is vital. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides the regulatory standards that these companies failed to follow for decades, providing the legal floor for our claims of negligence: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.1001.

Benzene and Leukemia Claims in Permian Basin Production

Benzene exposure is a constant risk for anyone handling crude oil or refined products in the City of Iraan. Whether you were exposed while cleaning tanks, sampling process streams, or simply working downwind of leaky valves, the cumulative dose of benzene you received can trigger life-threatening blood cancers.

We represent City of Iraan workers diagnosed with:

• Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
• Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)
• Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL)
• Multiple Myeloma
• Aplastic Anemia

The OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) for benzene is 1 ppm over an eight-hour shift. However, scientific consensus demonstrates that there is no truly safe level of benzene exposure. Companies that focused solely on meeting the minimum federal standard while ignoring internal data on cancer risks were negligent. We cite these violations and the underlying health science of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) to build a compelling case for compensation: https://publications.iarc.who.int/576.

Onshore Oil and Gas Rig Accidents and Well Blowouts

The rig floor is the most dangerous workplace in Texas. In the City of Iraan and throughout the Permian Basin, workers face daily risks of being struck by heavy equipment, caught in rotating machinery, or injured in high-pressure well-control events. When a rig accident occurs, the resulting injuries are often catastrophic—spinal cord trauma, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), or severe burns.

Because the oilfield operates through a complex web of contractors and operators (ExxonMobil, Chevron, Occidental, Pioneer), identifying the responsible party requires deep legal expertise. If your injury was caused by the negligence of a third party—such as a drilling contractor’s defective equipment or an operator’s failed casing design—you have the right to a personal injury lawsuit that goes far beyond the limited benefits of workers’ compensation. These third-party claims allow for full recovery of lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and in cases of gross negligence, punitive damages. Ralph explains the process for documenting these job site injuries to ensure your rights are protected: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs.

H2S Gas (Hydrogen Sulfide) and Pipeline Worker Injuries

The City of Iraan is surrounded by pipelines and production sites that handle “sour” formations containing hydrogen sulfide (H2S). H2S is a deadly neurotoxin that is colorless and highly flammable. At low concentrations, it smells like rotten eggs, but at higher concentrations, it causes “olfactory fatigue,” meaning you lose your sense of smell and the ability to detect the danger.

A single breath of H2S at high concentrations can cause “knockdown,” leading to immediate loss of consciousness and respiratory failure. Even low-level chronic exposure has been linked to long-term neurological damage and cardiovascular disease. Pipeline workers and production operators in the City of Iraan who were not provided with adequate monitors, SCBAs (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus), or proper training have a legal right to compensation for their health damage. The safety standards for handling this gas are strictly codified by OSHA: https://www.osha.gov/hydrogen-sulfide.

Bridge Content: The Intersection of Multiple Legal Claims

One of the reasons Attorney 911 is the preferred firm for City of Iraan workers is our ability to identify “stacked” claims. Most firms only look for one pathway to recovery; we look for all of them.

The Career Oilfield Veteran: Asbestos + Benzene + Silicosis

A worker who spent 30 years in the City of Iraan fields likely has multiple toxic exposures. You may have handled asbestos gaskets (Mesothelioma claim), breathed crude oil vapors (Benzene claim), and breathed in crystalline silica from fracking sand (Silicosis claim). If you have developed pulmonary disease or cancer, we don’t just pick the easiest claim. We file against the asbestos trusts, the benzene manufacturers, and the silica suppliers simultaneously. This multi-front approach ensures that your family receives the maximum possible settlement for a lifetime of accumulated damage.

The Industrial Accident Victim: Physical Injury + Toxic Exposure

If you were injured in a blowout or a refinery explosion near the City of Iraan, that acute trauma is the visible part of your case. However, that same explosion often releases massive quantities of toxic chemicals. We have seen workers survive a fireball only to be diagnosed with leukemia five years later because they were coated in benzene during the event. By investigating both the physics of the accident and the toxicology of the release, we provide a more comprehensive legal strategy. Ralph’s experience in the BP Texas City Refinery explosion, a $2.1 billion total case, is the gold standard for this kind of complex, multi-layered litigation.

Compensation Pathways: What a Case in the City of Iraan is Worth

While every case is unique, the ranges of recovery for toxic exposure and industrial injury are some of the highest in the Texas legal system. Past results do not guarantee a specific outcome, but the data from landmark verdicts and settlements demonstrates the scale of potential compensation:

• Mesothelioma Settlements: Average ranges from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000, with trial verdicts often reaching $5,000,000 to $15,000,000 or more.
• Benzene/Leukemia Verdicts: Recent national verdicts have reached $725,000,000, with settlements typically in the mid-to-high six-figure or low seven-figure range.
• Oilfield Fatality Cases: Wrongful death claims for rig blowouts or H2S events often settle for $3,000,000 to $10,000,000 depending on the age of the victim and the number of dependents.
• Texas Non-Subscriber Injuries: If your City of Iraan employer opted out of workers’ comp, you can sue for full damages including pain and suffering, often resulting in substantially higher recovery than standard workers’ comp.

For a detailed look at how we calculate the value of your specific suffering, watch Ralph’s breakdown of fair compensation for pain and suffering: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG07vbB4cdU.

Defendant Intelligence: Holding Permian Basin Giants Accountable

We have spent our careers litigating against the same corporations that dominate the City of Iraan’s economy. We know their defense teams, and more importantly, we know where they’ve hidden the evidence of their negligence.

• ExxonMobil and Shell: Primary defendants in benzene and refinery exposure cases across Texas. We utilize internal documents and OSHA violation histories to prove a pattern of prioritizing production speed over worker safety.
• Chevron and Marathon: Heavily involved in the City of Iraan’s history. We understand their corporate structures and how to trace predecessor liability back to legacy companies that first used asbestos and toxic solvents in Pecos County.
• Halliburton and Schlumberger: Common third-party defendants in oilfield injury cases. We challenge their Master Service Agreements (MSAs) that try to shift liability away from their own negligent actions.
• 3M and DuPont: Manufacturers of PFAS (Forever Chemicals) used in firefighting foams at City of Iraan production sites and military bases. These companies recently settled national claims for billions of dollars, and individual personal injury claims are active.

These companies have teams of lawyers on retainer. You need a team that is not only qualified to face them but has done so successfully for nearly three decades. As Christopher W. shared in his verified Google review: “Ralph and the Manginello law firm attorneys did more (in less than 8 weeks!) on my car accident case than a previous attorney who had the case for OVER a year.” We bring that same speed and tenacity to toxic torts.

Regional Medical Resources for City of Iraan Victims

Your health is your first priority. Your legal case is built upon the quality of your medical documentation. If you are in the City of Iraan and suspect you have an illness related to your work, we recommend seeking out specialized care at these world-class facilities:

• MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston): Located 430 miles from the City of Iraan, it is the #1 cancer hospital in the U.S. and THE global leader in mesothelioma and leukemia treatment. https://www.mdanderson.org.
• Midland Memorial Hospital: The nearest major medical hub for many City of Iraan residents, providing essential oncology and thoracic services.
• UTHealth Houston – Southwest Center for Occupational and Environmental Health: One of the few NIOSH-funded research centers in the country, specializing in documenting the links between workplace exposure and disease.
• Texas Oncology (Midland/Odessa): Providing specialized cancer care close to home for City of Iraan residents.

Remember, every medical appointment creates a record that serves as evidence. Under the PACT Act, veterans in the City of Iraan are also entitled to free toxic exposure screenings at the Big Spring VA Medical Center. This documentation is critical for both VA benefits and civil litigation.

FAQ: Protecting City of Iraan Workers and Families

Can I file a mesothelioma claim in the City of Iraan if my exposure was decades ago?

Yes. Mesothelioma has a long latency period (15-50 years). Under the Texas Discovery Rule, the statute of limitations typically doesn’t start until you are diagnosed or learn that your illness is work-related. Even if the exposure happened at the Yates field in 1975, a diagnosis today is often a viable claim.

What if I don’t know exactly which products I was exposed to in the City of Iraan?

It is our job to reconstruct your work history. We maintain databases of asbestos-containing products used in Permian Basin production sites. We use co-worker testimony (from other workers who were in the City of Iraan during the same era) to identify the specific gaskets, insulation, and chemicals you handled.

If my employer in the City of Iraan is out of business, can I still get compensation?

Absolutely. Many major asbestos defendants set up bankruptcy trusts specifically to pay current and future victims. These trusts exist independently of the company’s operational status. We file claims with every trust associated with the brands you worked with.

How much does it cost to hire Attorney 911 for a toxic exposure case?

We work on a contingency fee basis. This means we charge no upfront fees, and we advance all the costs of the investigation and litigation—including high-priced medical and scientific experts. You only pay us if we win money for you. This is our “no-fee-unless-we-win” guarantee.

Can I sue my employer for H2S exposure if I also receive workers’ comp?

While workers’ comp is often the exclusive remedy against your direct employer, you can pursue a third-party claim against the well operator, the monitor manufacturer, or another contractor if their negligence caused the release. These claims are often worth substantially more than workers’ comp.

I’m a veteran who worked in the City of Iraan oilfields. Can I file a claim for asbestos?

Yes. Navy veterans and other service members were frequently exposed to asbestos during their service and then again in the oilfield. You can pursue VA disability benefits and separate asbestos trust fund claims for both your military and industrial exposures.

Does my immigration status affect my right to sue for an oilfield injury in Pecos County?

No. Federal and state laws protect the rights of all workers to safe working conditions and compensation for injuries regardless of immigration status. We provide bilingual services—Lupe Peña and our staff are fluent in Spanish—to ensure every worker is heard. Listen to our immigration rights series here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7787dfb4.

Why should I choose Attorney 911 over a major national law firm I see on TV?

Many of those national firms are “settlement mills” or “referral firms” that sign you up and then hand your case to someone else. At Attorney 911, you get Ralph and Lupe. We are Texas-based, we know the City of Iraan’s industrial landscape, and we offer a “small firm feel with big firm results.” As Chad H. shared: “Unlike some law firms where you are dealing with an answering service… Ralph and I had DIRECT COMMUNICATION on my legal issue.”

Why Act Now? The Disappearing Evidence of the Permian Basin

Toxic exposure cases in the City of Iraan are time-sensitive for reasons that go beyond the statute of limitations. Every year that passes, critical evidence deteriorates:

• Asbestos trust fund assets are finite; as more claims are filed, payment percentages can drop.
• Witnesses to your exposure (your old crew members) are aging and their memories are fading.
• Industrial sites are being demolished or remediated, destroying physical evidence of past hazards.
• Company records (OSHA logs, industrial hygiene reports) have legal retention limits. Once a company reaches that limit, they are legally permitted to shred the proof of your exposure.

As Ralph Manginello explains in this video on the process for a personal injury claim, early action allows us to preserve this evidence before the corporate defense teams can destroy it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwzYymneDVs.

Taking the Next Step Toward Accountability in the City of Iraan

If you are a worker or a family member in the City of Iraan dealing with the consequences of toxic exposure or a life-altering workplace accident, you do not have to carry this burden alone. The corporations that profited from your hard work have spent decades preparing for this moment—it is time you had a team focused entirely on you.

We offer free, confidential consultations for all City of Iraan residents. We will meet with you in your home, at the hospital, or via a secure video call. We will review your medical records, analyze your work history, and provide you with a clear roadmap of every available compensation pathway.

Principal Office: Houston, Texas. We serve the City of Iraan, Pecos County, and the entire Permian Basin.

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You spent your life building the City of Iraan. Now, let us fight to protect your future.

Corporate Accountability and the Duty to Warn: The Sumner Simpson Letters and Beyond

A central part of our litigation strategy is proving that the companies that operated in the City of Iraan KNEW they were hurting you. This is why we cite documents like the “Sumner Simpson Letters.” In 1935, the president of Raybestos-Manhattan and the vice president of Johns-Manville exchanged letters agreeing to suppress medical research showing that asbestos was killing their workers. Their exact words were: “The less said about asbestos, the better off we are.”

They knew. They hid it. They grew into billion-dollar empires while workers in places like the City of Iraan paid the price. This same pattern of concealment has been seen with Monsanto and the “Monsanto Papers” regarding Roundup, and with 3M regarding PFAS bioaccumulation. We bring these documents into the courtroom to show juries that your sickness was not an “accident”—it was a calculated business decision.

As Jamin M. wrote in his 5-star Google review: “Mr. Manginello guided me through the whole process with great expertise… He was tenacious, accessible, and determined throughout.” That tenacity is exactly what is required to break through corporate silence.

The Physical and Financial Cost of Mesothelioma

For a family in the City of Iraan, a mesothelioma diagnosis is financially devastating. Beyond the emotional toll, the cost of specialized surgery, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy can quickly exceed $500,000. When combined with the loss of your pension contributions or current wages, the economic damage is staggering.

We work with vocational experts and economists to calculate the “full value” of your life. This includes not just your medical bills, but the loss of companionship for your spouse, the loss of guidance for your children, and the physical pain and suffering that is unique to this aggressive cancer. We also fight for punitive damages when we can prove that a City of Iraan employer acted with “malice” or “gross negligence” by ignoring safety warnings.

This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is unique. Contact us for a free consultation about your specific situation.

The Longshoremen and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) Bridge

While most City of Iraan work is onshore, many workers have roots or prior experience in the coastal ports of Texas. If you worked as a longshoreman or in ship repair before moving to the Permian Basin, you may fall under the LHWCA. This federal law provides specific benefits that are often higher than state workers’ comp. Furthermore, under Section 905(b), you may have the right to sue the vessel owner for negligence if you were exposed to asbestos or injured aboard a ship. We specialize in these maritime bridges, ensuring that no stone is left unturned in your pursuit of recovery. Ralph’s Ultimate Guide to Offshore Accidents provides a deep dive into these protections: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vd_HVPtPf4.

Final Word to the City of Iraan: We Are Your Legal Emergency Resource

The Attorney 911 brand was created because we treat legal issues with the same urgency as a medical emergency. When you call us, you aren’t getting a call center in another state. You are getting a team of Texas trial lawyers with 27+ years of experience and a 4.9-star reputation built one client at a time.

We have handled the largest refinery cases in history and the smallest municipal injury claims with the same level of focus. Whether you were an operator at the Yates Field, a welder on a South Texas pipeline, or a family member who laundered asbestos-covered clothes in the City of Iraan for decades, your rights are our mission.

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In the City of Iraan, where the dust of the Permian Basin hides decades of chemical secrets, knowledge is power. Now that you know the truth about your exposure and your rights, the only question that remains is: Who will you trust to tell your story? Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña are ready to stand with you.

Evidence Preservation: Capturing the Truth Before it’s Gone

One of the most critical services we provide is the immediate issuance of “Spoliation Letters” to your current and former City of Iraan employers. These are legal directives that forbid the company from destroying or altering any evidence related to your case. Companies that “lose” records after receiving this notice can face severe penalties from the court, including “adverse inference” instructions that tell a jury to assume the missing evidence would have proven the company’s guilt.

We preserve:

1. Industrial Hygiene Reports: The actual air sampling data from your work sites.
2. Safety Training Logs: Proof that the company failed to warn you about benzene or asbestos.
3. Maintenance Records: Documentation of which machines used asbestos gaskets and packing.
4. Medical Records: Workplace physicals that may have shown early signs of lung damage that they never told you about.

As Ralph discusses in this YouTube video, your cell phone can also be a powerful tool for documenting a case before the scene is changed or the equipment is replaced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLbpzrmogTs.

Conclusion: A Commitment to the City of Iraan

The City of Iraan is more than just a place of industry; it is a community of people who value hard work, loyalty, and family. It is a tragedy when that loyalty is repaid with toxic exposure and preventable injury. We believe that Pecos County workers deserve the highest level of legal representation, the kind usually reserved for corporate executives.

By choosing Attorney 911, you are choosing a team that understands the Permian Basin, understands the science of toxic exposure, and most importantly, understands that your case is about your family’s future. Don’t let the corporations that poisoned you decide what your health is worth. Call Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña and take control of your story today.

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Addendum: Specialized Case Type Deep-Dives for Pecos County Workers

Chemical Plant Workers and Vinyl Chloride Exposure

Near the industrial hubs surrounding Pecos County, chemical manufacturing facilities often use vinyl chloride to produce PVC plastics. Vinyl chloride is a unique toxin because it is “pathognomonic”—it causes a very rare form of liver cancer called hepatic angiosarcoma. If you have been diagnosed with this specific liver cancer after working in a City of Iraan chemical facility or on a pipeline carrying these monomers, the legal connection is nearly undeniable. IARC Monograph 100F documents this causal link: https://publications.iarc.who.int.

Welding Fumes and Manganism

Welders are the backbone of the City of Iraan’s infrastructure. Career welders who worked on Permian Basin pipelines and rig equipment often breathed in high levels of manganese. Chronic manganese inhalation causes “Manganism,” a disease that mimics Parkinson’s but is biologically distinct. It causes gait tremors, facial masking, and “cock-walk” (a walking style where the heels don’t touch the ground). Many City of Iraan welders are misdiagnosed with Parkinson’s by doctors who don’t know their work history. We work with neurologists who specialize in identifying Manganism, which can open the door to specific product liability lawsuits against welding rod manufacturers.

Secondary Asbestos Exposure for Spouses and Children

In the 1960s and 70s, it was common for City of Iraan oilfield workers to come home covered in dust. That dust often contained asbestos fibers that transferred to their spouses during laundering or their children during a hug. We represent family members who were never on a job site but have been diagnosed with mesothelioma because of this “take-home” exposure. The law holds employers responsible for failing to provide shower facilities and on-site laundry that would have prevented this family-wide exposure.

PFAS “Forever Chemicals” in Firefighting Foam and Water supplies

If you worked on a fire crew in the City of Iraan or worked at a facility that utilized Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) for fuel fire suppression, you were exposed to PFAS. These chemicals do not break down in the environment or the human body. They cause kidney cancer, testicular cancer, and thyroid disease. We are currently investigating claims for City of Iraan workers and residents living near industrial facilities where PFAS has leached into the groundwater. The EPA’s 2024 PFAS Strategic Roadmap provides the scientific data on these risks: https://www.epa.gov/pfas/pfas-strategic-roadmap-epas-commitments-action-2021-2024.

Throughout all of these cases, the Attorney 911 team remains your point of contact. You will never be just another file on a desk. As Glenda W. wrote: “Mr. Ralph and Mr. Leo were very great and very helpful… They make you feel like family.” We bring that family-first approach to the battle for your health and your rights in the City of Iraan.

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