Briscoe County Toxic Exposure and Industrial Injury Guide: Holding Corporations Accountable for Your Health

You went to work every day on the High Plains, built a life in Silverton or Quitaque, and did the hard jobs that keep Texas running. You didn’t know. For twenty, thirty, or even forty years, you breathed in dust on job sites, handled herbicides in the fields, or maintained equipment in Briscoe County facilities without once being told that the very materials in your hands were rewriting your DNA and quietening your future. Now, decades after your first exposure, a doctor in Silverton or a specialist in Amarillo or Lubbock has given you a diagnosis: mesothelioma, acute myeloid leukemia, or another life-altering condition.

There is a specific word for what has happened to you. It is not “bad luck,” it is not simply “genetics,” and it is not a normal part of aging in the Texas Panhandle. It is exposure. Whether you worked at a local grain elevator, maintained the equipment that crisscrosses Highway 86, or traveled to the larger refineries and railyards of the region, the companies that manufactured the products you used knew they were dangerous. They had the studies. They had the data. They suppressed it. And now you’re the one paying the price for their silence.

At Attorney 911, we believe that Briscoe County workers deserve advocates who understand the scientific precision required to win toxic tort cases and the local grit required to stand up to billion-dollar corporations. Our founding attorney, Ralph Manginello, has spent over 27 years holding these companies and their insurers to account. We don’t just “handle” cases; we investigate the biological mechanisms of your illness and the corporate paper trails of concealment to ensure you receiveทุก possible dollar of compensation.

If you or a loved one is dealing with a diagnosis of mesothelioma or another exposure-related disease, understanding your rights is the first step toward justice. The corporations have a team of lawyers working to minimize your suffering. You need a team that knows their playbook from the inside.

Call us today at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential consultation. Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning there is no fee unless we win for you. We are your Briscoe County legal emergency line.

The Insider Advantage: Why Lupe Peña and Ralph Manginello Are the Choice for Briscoe County

Winning a toxic exposure or dangerous industry case in Texas requires more than just knowing the law. It requires knowing the enemy. Our team is uniquely positioned to handle these complex litigations because we have seen both sides of the courtroom.

Lupe Peña, our associate attorney and a third-generation Texan, spent years working inside a national insurance defense firm. In those offices, he saw exactly how multi-billion-dollar corporations and insurance giants evaluate, suppress, and attempt to deny the claims of sick and injured workers. He knows the ” Identification Defense,” where they try to blame your illness on anything but their product, and he knows how they use delay tactics to wait out terminal patients. Today, Lupe uses that insider knowledge to deconstruct their defenses before they can even file them. As he explains in his guide to deposition preparation, knowing what the other side is looking for is the key to protecting your rights.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_qCwqfeRRs

Ralph Manginello brings 27+ years of trial experience and federal court admission to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas. Ralph’s career was defined by his involvement in massive industrial litigation, including the BP Texas City Refinery explosion cases, which resulted in over $2.1 billion in total settlements. When a Briscoe County resident calls 1-888-ATTY-911, they aren’t reaching a referral mill; they are reaching a firm that has consistently taken on the world’s largest energy and manufacturing companies and won.

“Ralph Manginello and his team truly care for their clients,” wrote Chad H. in a verified Google review. “Unlike some law firms where you are dealing with an answering service, Ralph and I had direct communication. You are family to them, and they protect and fight for you as such.” Join the over 270 clients who have rated us 4.9 out of 5 stars because we prioritize results and personal attention.

We understand that for a family in Silverton, the cost of medical treatment for a condition like mesothelioma or leukemia can be devastating, often exceeding $1 million in the first year alone. We remove the financial barrier to justice by advancing all case costs—from retaining world-class toxicologists to reconstructing your work history. You pay nothing upfront.

The Briscoe County workforce is the heart of the community. Whether you are an agricultural worker, a machine operator, or a veteran, we are here to provide the aggressive, professional help you need. 1-888-ATTY-911.

Mesothelioma and Asbestos: The Silent Threat to Briscoe County Workers

Mesothelioma is a devastating cancer of the mesothelial lining, most commonly affecting the pleura (the tissue surrounding the lungs). It is caused almost exclusively by exposure to asbestos fibers. Despite decades of industry denial, the biological mechanism by which these microscopic mineral shards cause cancer is well-documented and irreversible.

The Science of How Asbestos Kills

Asbestos is not a single substance, but a group of silicate minerals that form thin, needle-like fibers. When asbestos-containing materials are cut, sanded, or disturbed—common on any industrial or agricultural job site in Briscoe County—these fibers become airborne. They are so small they are invisible to the naked eye. When inhaled, these fibers penetrate deep into the alveolar region of the lungs.

Because asbestos fibers are biopersistent, they cannot be broken down by your body’s immune system. When your body’s macrophages—the white blood cells tasked with “cleaning” foreign debris—attempt to engulf an asbestos fiber, they fail. This is known as “frustrated phagocytosis.” The macrophage dies trying to destroy the fiber, releasing a cascade of inflammatory cytokines (like TNF-alpha and IL-1beta) and reactive oxygen species (ROS).

This chronic inflammation lasts for decades. Over 15 to 50 years, the persistent irritation and oxidative stress damage the DNA of the mesothelial cells, specifically inactivating tumor suppressor genes like BAP1 and NF2. Eventually, these damaged cells undergo a malignant transformation into mesothelioma tumors.
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/asbestos/asbestos-fact-sheet
https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp61.pdf

Asbestos Exposure in Briscoe County Industry

While Briscoe County is known for its agricultural power, asbestos was pervasive in the structures and equipment used throughout the region. Residents often handled asbestos-containing materials in:

• Agricultural Equipment: Older tractors and harvesters used asbestos in brake linings, clutches, and engine gaskets.
• Power and Utility Maintenance: Electricians and utility workers maintaining the lines across the High Plains often encountered asbestos-insulated conduit and transformers.
• Building Demolition and Renovation: Many older commercial buildings and schools in Silverton and Quitaque were built with asbestos-containing insulation, floor tiles, and joint compound (known as “mud”).
• Regional Industrial Hubs: Many Briscoe County residents traveled to work at the refineries in Big Spring or the railyards in Amarillo and Lubbock, where exposure to amosite and chrysotile asbestos was a daily occurrence.

As Ralph Manginello explains in our “Million-Dollar Case” video, toxic exposure cases involving mesothelioma are high-value because the damage is total and the liability is often undeniable once we identify the products involved.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmMwE7GqUFI

Your Rights to Compensation

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may qualify for multiple compensation pathways:

1. Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts: There are over 60 active trusts with approximately $30 billion in assets (such as the Manville Personal Injury Settlement Trust and the Western Asbestos Trust).
2. Civil Litigation: Laws against solvent (non-bankrupt) manufacturers like John Crane Inc. or Goodyear Tire & Rubber.
3. VA Benefits: For veterans in Briscoe County exposed during service.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, but mesothelioma settlements often range from $1 million to $2 million, with verdicts reaching $10 million to $50 million or more depending on the case facts. Trust fund payouts are subject to current payment percentages (e.g., the Manville Trust currently pays ~5% of approved claim value), which is why acting while these funds have assets is critical.

“I am so relieved to be working with a fast-moving competent team,” said Christopher W. in his Google review after working with Ralph and our attorneys. “They did more in less than 8 weeks than my previous attorney did in over a year.”

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today. Trust fund money is finite, and evidence of your exposure is disappearing with every building demolished and every witness who passes away.

Roundup and Paraquat: Protecting Briscoe County’s Agricultural Workforce

Briscoe County is a pillar of the Texas agricultural economy. From the cotton fields to the ranching operations near Caprock Canyons, our community depends on the land. However, the corporations that produced the herbicides used on that land—Monsanto (now Bayer) and Syngenta—failed to warn our farmers and applicators about the severe health risks of their products.

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma and Roundup (Glyphosate)

Glyphosate is the active ingredient in Roundup, the world’s most widely used herbicide. For decades, Monsanto marketed it as “safer than table salt.” They were lying. In 2015, the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified glyphosate as “probably carcinogenic to humans” (Group 2A).
https://monographs.iarc.who.int/substances-glyphosate/

Scientific studies show that Roundup exposure causes DNA strand breaks and oxidative stress. Specifically, glyphosate disrupts the gut microbiome and immune system signaling, creating a pathway for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL). Common symptoms including painless swelling of lymph nodes, persistent fatigue, and unexplained weight loss.

The “Monsanto Papers”—internal documents unsealed during litigation—revealed that the company ghostwrote scientific studies to proclaim glyphosate’s safety and maintained a program to discredit any scientist who raised alarms. In 2024, a Philadelphia jury awarded $2.25 billion to a Roundup user with NHL. While Bayer has proposed massive class-action settlements (exceeding $10 billion), individual lawsuits for those with clear diagnoses remain a primary path to justice.

Paraquat and Parkinson’s Disease

While Roundup targets the immune system, Paraquat (Gramoxone) targets the brain. Paraquat is so toxic that a single sip can be fatal, yet it remains legal for commercial application in the United States. Chronic occupational exposure is now definitively linked to Parkinson’s disease.

The mechanism is terrifyingly precise. Paraquat’s chemical structure is remarkably similar to MPP+, a known neurotoxin. It is actively pulled into dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra—the exact part of the brain that dies in Parkinson’s disease. Once inside, it undergoes “redox cycling,” producing massive amounts of reactive oxygen species that kill the brain cells responsible for motor control.
https://aghealth.nih.gov/news/2011.html
https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/conditions/parkinson/index.cfm

If you are a licensed applicator or farmworker in Briscoe County suffering from tremors, rigidity, or balance issues after years of Paraquat use, you have rights. The Paraquat MDL (Multidistrict Litigation) is active, and bellwether trials are establishing the value of these claims.

“Leonor and her team were beyond amazing,” wrote Stephanie H. “She took all the weight of my worries off my shoulders. I felt like I mattered.” Our firm understands that for a Briscoe County farmer, a Parkinson’s diagnosis isn’t just a health crisis; it’s an economic one. We fight to recover every dime for your medical care and lost livelihood.

Statutes of limitations for pesticide exposure are complex and often depend on the “discovery rule.” Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free evaluation of your specific timeline.

Benzene Exposure in the High Plains: Refineries and Beyond

Benzene (C6H6) is a sweet-smelling, highly flammable chemical found in crude oil and gasoline. On the Texas High Plains, benzene exposure is a defining occupational hazard for many Briscoe County residents who worked in the oil and gas sector or the transportation industry.

The Biological Mechanism of Leukemia

Benzene doesn’t just make you sick; it rewrites your blood. When inhaled or absorbed through the skin, benzene is metabolized in the liver by the enzyme CYP2E1 into benzene oxide and trans,trans-muconaldehyde. These metabolites are directly toxic to the bone marrow.

Bone marrow is where your body produces red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Benzene metabolites attack the hematopoietic stem cells, causing specific chromosomal alterations—most notably translocations at t(8;21) or inv(16). This damage results in:

• Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): A fast-acting, aggressive blood cancer.
• 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 marrow stops producing new blood cells altogether.

IARC classifies benzene as a Group 1 known human carcinogen. OSHA’s current permissible exposure limit (PEL) is 1 part per million (ppm). However, many industrial hygiene experts argue there is NO safe level of benzene exposure.
https://www.osha.gov/benzene/hazards
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/benzene

Who Is at Risk in Briscoe County?

Residents of Briscoe County often face benzene exposure through:

• Refinery Work: Many local residents traveled to work at the regional refineries.
• Oilfield Service: Roughnecks, floorhands, and truckers in the Permian and surrounding basins handle “produced water” and crude oil rich in benzene.
• Mechanics and Transporters: Working with gasoline and industrial solvents for decades.
• Gas Station and Tanker Operations: Historical exposure before modern vapor recovery systems were mandated.

In 2024, a Pennsylvania jury awarded $725 million against ExxonMobil in a benzene-to-leukemia case. This landmark result proves that juries are no longer tolerating the “low level exposure” defense used by oil giants. Ralph Manginello’s experience in the BP Texas City litigation, where over 500,000 pounds of chemicals were released, is a direct advantage for benzene victims.

“The Manginello Law Firm attorneys did more in less than 8 weeks than a previous attorney had for over a year,” said Christopher W. We move fast because in benzene-AML cases, health can deteriorate rapidly.

Call 888-ATTY-911 today. Your employer may have told you benzene was a “normal” part of the job. Our attorneys will prove it was an illegal death sentence.

PFAS and Community Contamination: The “Forever Chemicals”

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are man-made chemicals used in everything from non-stick cookware to firefighting foam (AFFF). They are called “forever chemicals” because their carbon-fluorine bond is the strongest in chemistry—they never break down in the environment or your body.

The Health Impact on Briscoe County Families

PFAS bioaccumulate in your blood, liver, and kidneys. Scientific research, including the landmark C8 Science Panel, has confirmed “probable links” between PFAS exposure and:

• Kidney Cancer
• Testicular Cancer
• Ulcerative Colitis
• Thyroid Disease
• Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension
• High Cholesterol (Dyslipidemia)

Exposure in Briscoe County typically occurs through contaminated drinking water or occupational exposure. The EPA recently finalized the first-ever national drinking water standard for six PFAS, setting the limit for PFOA and PFOS at an incredibly strict 4 parts per trillion (ppt). This standard acknowledges that even vanishingly small amounts of these chemicals are toxic.
https://www.epa.gov/pfas/and-polyfluoroalkyl-substances-pfas-drinking-water
https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/pfas/health-effects/index.html

AFFF and Firefighters

Firefighters in Silverton and Quitaque, as well as military personnel at regional bases, used Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) for decades. This foam is saturated with PFAS. Internal memos from 3M and DuPont show these companies knew about the health risks as early as the 1970s.

In 2023, 3M reached a $10.3 billion settlement with public water systems, but individual personal injury claims for cancer and thyroid disease are still being litigated in MDL 2873. As Ralph Manginello explains in our video on high-value settlements, these cases often hinge on demonstrating the company’s “willful disregard” of safety data.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upcI_j6F7Nc

If your water has tested positive for PFAS, or if you are a veteran or firefighter with a related diagnosis, call 1-888-ATTY-911. Join the hundreds of clients who describe our firm as “a God-send.”

Dangerous Industry Injuries: Above and Beyond Workers’ Comp

For workers in Briscoe County, a workplace injury can be a career-ending event. Whether it’s a fall from a height, a ranching accident, or an industrial explosion, the first thing most employers will tell you is: “Just file for workers’ compensation.”

What they aren’t telling you is that workers’ comp is often not your only option.

The Truth About Third-Party Claims

Workers’ compensation in Texas provides limited medical benefits and a fraction of your lost wages. It does NOT pay for pain and suffering, mental anguish, or the full value of your lost future earnings. However, if your injury was caused by someone OTHER than your direct employer, you have a third-party claim.

In Briscoe County, this often involves:

• Equipment Manufacturers: Defective tractors, augers, or industrial machinery that lacked proper guards.
• Property Owners: Dangerous conditions at a job site you were visiting as a contractor.
• Subcontractors: Another company’s negligence at a multi-employer construction or utility project.
• Trucking Companies: If you were hit by a third-party driver while on the clock.

“He fought for me to get every dime I deserved,” wrote Glenda W. about Ralph and our paralegal Leo. Unlike workers’ comp, third-party claims have NO damage caps. They allow you to hold the actually responsible party accountable and recover what you truly need to support your family.

Crane, Trench, and Scaffold Safety

In any construction or maintenance project in Silverton, OSHA standards are the law.

• Trench Collapse (29 CFR 1926 Subpart P): Soil weighs 3,000 lbs per cubic yard. Without shoring or trench boxes, burial is common and survival is measured in minutes.
• Scaffold Falls (29 CFR 1926 Subpart L): Protection is required at just 6 feet. If a guardrail was missing, the contractor is liable.
• Electrocution (29 CFR 1910.147): Failure to follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures is the leading cause of industrial electrocution.

As starting point guard on a championship team and a Cheshire Academy Hall of Famer, Ralph Manginello knows that winning requires precision and teamwork. We investigate the OSHA logs, find the missing safety permits, and interview the witnesses before the employer can “re-train” their memory.
https://www.osha.gov/trenching-excavation
https://www.osha.gov/electrical

If you were hurt on the job in Briscoe County, call 1-888-ATTY-911. Hablamos Español. Your immigration status does NOT affect your right to a safe workplace or your right to sue for injuries.

Jones Act and FELA: Specialized Rights for Maritime and Railroad Workers

Some Texas workers have rights that go far beyond standard personal injury law. These federal statutes were created because of the extreme danger of these industries.

The Jones Act (Maritime Workers)

While Briscoe County is inland, many Panhandle workers spend years of their careers working on the Gulf Coast or on offshore rigs. If you spend 30% or more of your time in service of a vessel, you are a “seaman” under the Jones Act (46 USC § 30104).

The Jones Act allows you to sue your employer directly for negligence—a right other workers don’t have. It also provides “Maintenance and Cure,” which are automatic payments for living and medical expenses while you recover. Ralph’s “Ultimate Guide to Offshore Accidents” is the definitive resource for maritime rights.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vd_HVPtPf4

FELA (Railroad Workers)

If you worked for BNSF, Union Pacific, or any railroad operating in the region, you are covered by the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA has a “relaxed” burden of proof—if railroad negligence played ANY part, even the slightest, in your injury or your cancer (from asbestos brake shoes or diesel exhaust), the railroad is liable.

“Mr. Manginello guided me through the whole process with great expertise,” said Jamin M. in his Google review. “He was tenacious and determined throughout the 19 months of my case.” Join the clients who call us their “PIT BULL” in the courtroom.

The Briscoe County Exposure Timeline: Why Waiting Costs You Money

In toxic exposure cases, the clock doesn’t start when you were exposed; it starts when you were diagnosed. This is the Discovery Rule. For a 65-year-old in Silverton diagnosed today with asbestosis from work in the 1980s, the statute of limitations is likely still wide open.

However, waiting is the primary tactic of corporate defendants. They want:

• Evidence to disappear: Old employment records are shredded after 7-10 years.
• Witnesses to fade: Co-workers who can testify that “there was white dust everywhere” are aging.
• Trust funds to deplete: As more people file claims, the payout percentages drop. The Manville Trust once paid 100%; now it pays ~5%.

Our firm moves to freeze the evidence immediately. We send preservation demands to every identified defendant and their insurers within 14 days of being hired. We don’t just wait for the court; we build the case from day one. As Ralph explains in our “Case Timeline” guide, the preparation we do now determines the settlement we get later.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nWJu-1DbvY

Briscoe County Educational Resources and Treatment Infrastructure

If you are facing a serious diagnosis, the medical care you receive is the most important fight of your life. It is also the foundation of your legal case. Accurate medical documentation is the only way to prove causation and damages.

Where to Find Expert Care near Briscoe County

While Briscoe County is rural, some of the world’s best medical infrastructure is accessible to you:

• MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston): Ranked #1 in the nation. They have a dedicated mesothelioma program and are the primary destination for rare lung and blood cancers.
  https://www.mdanderson.org | 1-877-632-6789
• Texas Oncology (Amarillo/Lubbock): Excellent regional access to oncology care for patients who cannot travel to Houston.
  https://www.texasoncology.com
• Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (Houston): Our veterans can receive specialized toxic exposure screenings under the PACT Act here.
  https://www.va.gov/houston-health-care/
• Southwest Center for Occupational and Environmental Health (UTHealth): One of only ~20 NIOSH-funded centers in the US. They specialize in documenting work-related diseases.
  https://sph.uth.edu/research/centers/swcoeh/

Support Organizations

• Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation: Research funding and patient support.
  https://www.curemeso.org
• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS): Free information specialists who can help you navigate a blood cancer diagnosis.
  https://www.lls.org | 1-800-955-4572
• ClinicalTrials.gov: Search for active trials for your condition near Briscoe County.
  https://clinicaltrials.gov

“Leonor got me into the doctor the same day with no worries,” said Chavodrian M. “They worked on my case so fast Amazing thank you Attorney 911.” We don’t just handle the law; we help you navigate the medical system to ensure you’re getting the best possible care for your condition.

Briscoe County Toxic Exposure FAQ: Your Questions Answered

1. Is it too late to file a claim if my exposure was 30 years ago?

For most latent diseases like mesothelioma or benzene-related leukemia, the statute of limitations in Texas uses the “discovery rule.” Your two-year window generally begins when you were diagnosed and learned that your work history was a probable cause. Do not assume you are barred just because of the passage of time.

2. Can I sue my employer for toxic exposure if I also receive workers’ comp?

Yes, in many cases. While you usually cannot sue your direct employer for standard negligence if they carry workers’ comp, you can almost always sue the manufacturers of the toxic products. These are known as third-party claims and they often yield 5 to 10 times more compensation than workers’ comp.

3. What if the company I worked for is bankrupt?

Many of the largest asbestos and chemical companies used bankruptcy to manage their liability. This resulted in the creation of court-ordered bankruptcy trusts. These trusts (like the USG Asbestos Trust or the W.R. Grace Trust) exist specifically to pay future claimants. You can often file with multiple trusts simultaneously.

4. How much is my toxic exposure case worth?

Every case is unique. Mesothelioma settlements can range from $1 million to $2 million. Benzene leukemia cases often result in seven-figure settlements. We evaluate the “three criteria” Ralph discusses in his podcast: liability (who did it), damages (how bad is it), and coverage (is there a defendant who can pay).
https://share.transistor.fm/s/d690a218

5. My husband died of a work-related cancer. Can I still file?

Yes. Surviving family members can file a Wrongful Death claim for their own losses (loss of support, loss of consortium) and a Survival Action on behalf of the deceased for their pain and suffering prior to death.

6. Do I have to pay anything to start my case?

No. At Attorney 911, we work on a contingency fee basis. We pay all medical experts, filing fees, and investigation costs. If we don’t win your case, you owe us nothing.

7. Does my immigration status affect my legal rights?

Absolutely not. Every worker in Briscoe County has the right to a safe workplace and the right to seek justice for injuries, regardless of their status. As Ralph and Magali Candler discuss in our immigration series, your rights are protected under federal and Texas law.
https://share.transistor.fm/s/7787dfb4

8. Who will handle my case? Will I ever talk to Ralph?

“Ralph and I had DIRECT COMMUNICATION on my legal issue,” wrote Chad H. Unlike billboard firms that hand you off to a junior assistant, Ralph and Lupe remain active on every case. You will even have Ralph’s cell phone number.

Your Fight for Justice Starts with One Call: 1-888-ATTY-911

The corporations that exposed you or your loved one to deadly toxins have had decades to build their defenses. They are counting on the fact that you feel overwhelmed. They are counting on the fact that you think you can’t fight a billion-dollar company.

They are wrong.

Attorney 911 has the federal trial experience, the defense-side insider knowledge, and the scientific resources to make them pay. We have taken on the biggest names in the energy and chemical sectors and won. We have earned a 4.9-star rating by treating our clients like family while fighting for them like pit bulls.

If you are a worker in Silverton, Quitaque, or across Briscoe County dealing with an industrial injury or a toxic diagnosis, don’t wait for the evidence to disappear.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today for your free, no-obligation consultation. The corporations have a team of lawyers. Now you have one too.

Principal Office: Houston, Texas. Admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas.

Free consultation. No fee unless we win. 24/7 availability. One number: 1-888-ATTY-911. Join the hundreds of Texans who trusted Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña to address their legal 911. Call now.