North Richland Hills Toxic Exposure and Industrial Injury Guide: Fighting for Tarrant County Workers and Families

For decades, the men and women who built North Richland Hills did so with their hands, their sweat, and—too often—their lives. From the construction crews flanking the expansion of Loop 820 to the industrial workers in the manufacturing hubs of Northeast Tarrant County, our community has been the backbone of North Texas. But while families were moving into the suburbs of Birdville and watching North Richland Hills grow into one of the premier cities in Tarrant County, a silent threat was lingering in the air, the water, and the very walls of our workplaces.

You didn’t know. For twenty years, thirty years, or even longer, you went to work at the aerospace facilities near Hurst, the railyards of Fort Worth, or the commercial construction sites along Davis Boulevard. Nobody told you the fine white dust you breathed, the chemical solvents you handled, or the insulation you cut would one day trigger a terminal diagnosis. Now, the cough has worsened. The shortness of breath is constant. The doctor has used a word like “mesothelioma,” “leukemia,” or “silicosis.”

There is a word for what happened to you in North Richland Hills. It isn’t bad luck, and it isn’t just “part of the job.” It is corporate negligence. At Attorney 911, we believe that the companies that profited while you were poisoned must be held accountable. Whether you were exposed to asbestos in a legacy building near Iron Horse Boulevard or chemicals at a manufacturing plant near the Northeast 820 corridor, we are here to ensure that justice isn’t just a concept—it’s the compensation you need to protect your family’s future.

The North Richland Hills Advantage: Why Your Legal Team Matters

When you are facing a life-altering illness, you don’t need a billboard lawyer or a mass tort referral mill. You need a North Texas litigation team that understands the specific industrial geography of Tarrant County. Led by Ralph Manginello, an attorney with over 27 years of experience who was part of the litigation team in the $2.1 billion BP Texas City Refinery explosion cases, our firm brings high-stakes federal court experience to every North Richland Hills claim.

We understand that toxic exposure cases are won and lost on the details. Ralph Manginello is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, the very court where many North Richland Hills industrial and federal claims are heard. He doesn’t just manage cases; he prepares them for trial.

Complementing this trial power is the insider perspective of Lupe Peña. Before joining Attorney 911 to fight for injured workers, Lupe Peña worked for a national insurance defense firm. He was inside the rooms where companies like ExxonMobil, 3M, and major insurance carriers plotted how to undervalue, delay, and deny toxic exposure claims. Lupe Peña knows the defense playbook because he helped write it. Now, he uses that “switched sides” intelligence to dismantle their excuses and maximize settlements for North Richland Hills families.

As Ken Taylor shared in his Google review regarding our firm’s approach: “He treated me professionally, with respect and understanding. He communicates promptly, discusses all relevant matters, and follows up with all matters discussed. Basically he delivers!” This commitment to delivery is why we maintain a 4.9-star rating across more than 270 verified Google reviews.

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

If you lived or worked in North Richland Hills during the industrial expansions of the 1960s, 70s, or 80s, you were likely surrounded by asbestos. It was in the brake linings of the locomotives moving through Fort Worth hubs, the insulation in North Hills commercial buildings, and the fireproofing in Northeast Tarrant County manufacturing plants.

Asbestos is not a single substance; it is a family of silicate minerals used for their heat-resistant properties. The most common form, chrysotile (“white asbestos”), consists of curly fibers, while amphibole types like amosite (“brown asbestos”) and crocidolite (“blue asbestos”) feature sharp, needle-like fibers. When these fibers are disturbed—during demolition of an old building near Walker Creek or maintenance on a boiler—they become microscopic, airborne, and virtually indestructible.

The Mechanism of Mesothelioma

When you inhale an asbestos fiber, it travels deep into the terminal bronchioles and eventually lodges in the mesothelium—the thin lining that covers your lungs (pleural), heart (pericardial), or abdomen (peritoneal). Because these fibers are “biopersistent,” your body cannot break them down. Your immune system sends macrophages to destroy the foreign invaders through a process called phagocytosis.

However, asbestos fibers are often longer than the macrophages themselves. This leads to “frustrated phagocytosis,” where the macrophage dies while trying to engulf the fiber, releasing a toxic cascade of inflammatory cytokines and reactive oxygen species (ROS). Over a latency period of 15 to 50 years, this chronic inflammation causes oxidative DNA damage to the mesothelial cells. Eventually, mutations in tumor suppressor genes—specifically BAP1 and NF2—allow these damaged cells to multiply uncontrollably. The result is mesothelioma.

As Lupe Peña and Ralph Manginello explain to every North Richland Hills client, the long latency period is the reason these companies thought they could get away with it. They knew in the 1930s that asbestos was lethal. The 1935 Sumner Simpson letters proved the industry’s conspiracy to hide the truth. They gambled that by the time you got sick, the evidence would be gone. They were wrong.

Mesothelioma and Asbestos Claims in North Richland Hills

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, or asbestos-related lung cancer in North Richland Hills, you are facing a medical and financial emergency. Treatment costs at world-class facilities like UT Southwestern’s Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center in Dallas or MD Anderson in Houston can easily exceed $500,000 in the first year alone.

The Dual Pathway to Compensation

We pursue a dual-path strategy that most firms overlook. You do not have to choose between a lawsuit and a trust fund claim; you may be eligible for both.

1. Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts: More than 60 active trusts, such as the Johns-Manville Trust, the Owens Corning Trust, and the USG Trust, currently hold approximately $30 billion in assets. These funds were established by court order to ensure that even if a company filed for bankruptcy, the victims they poisoned would still be paid. We identify every product you handled during your career to maximize the number of trusts we can file with.
2. Civil Litigation: If the company responsible for your exposure is still solvent—such as John Crane Inc. or certain major equipment manufacturers—we file a direct lawsuit. In recent years, juries have awarded verdicts ranging from $5 million to over $100 million for single mesothelioma cases.

Because trust fund payment percentages can decline as more people file claims, speed is essential. For example, the Kaiser Aluminum Trust recently reduced its payment percentage. Filing your claim in North Richland Hills today locks you into the current assets of the fund. https://www.curemeso.org

For many, identifying the source of exposure is the biggest hurdle. You might think, “I worked in an office in NRH; I wasn’t an industrial worker.” But were you there when the HVAC system was being repaired? Did you work in a legacy school building within Birdville ISD that was undergoing renovation? We specialize in work history reconstruction to find the “hidden” asbestos that changed your life.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, comprehensive exposure evaluation. We don’t just ask where you worked; we find out what was in the air you breathed.

Construction Accidents and Toxic Exposures in North Richland Hills

North Richland Hills has seen near-constant construction along the TX-121 and I-820 corridors. While these projects bring growth, they also bring some of the highest injury and exposure rates in the Tarrant County workforce. If you were hurt on a construction site near Rufe Snow Drive or North Tarrant Parkway, you need to know that workers’ compensation is rarely your only source of recovery.

Third-Party Liability Beyond Workers’ Comp

The “exclusive remedy” of workers’ comp in Texas only protects your direct employer. If your injury was caused by a negligent general contractor, a defective piece of equipment, or a separate subcontractor, you can file a third-party personal injury claim. Unlike workers’ comp, a third-party claim has no cap on damages and allows you to recover for pain and suffering, mental anguish, and full future lost earning capacity.

In North Richland Hills, construction risks include:

• Scaffold Falls: Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L, scaffolds must be inspected by a “competent person” before every shift. If a defective upright or an improperly secured plank caused your fall near the North Hills medical district, we hold the scaffold company and the site manager responsible.
• Trench Collapses: A cubic yard of soil weighs as much as a small car. If you were sent into a trench deeper than 5 feet without shoring or a trench box, your employer violated federal law (29 CFR 1926 Subpart P).
• Silica Exposure: Workers cutting concrete, stone, or brick along NRH roads are inhaling respirable crystalline silica. The 2016 OSHA PEL reduction (50 μg/m³) was a direct response to the “silicosis epidemic” hitting younger workers. Inhaled silica triggers a fibrotic cascade in the lungs exactly like asbestos, leading to progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).

As Ralph Manginello often tells clients, “The general contractor at a site has a non-delegable duty to ensure safety. When they cut corners to meet a deadline on a project near Davis Boulevard, they are liable for the consequences.”

Our firm’s experience with complex multi-contractor litigation—stemming from Ralph’s work on cases like the BP refinery explosion—allows us to untangle the web of liability on North Richland Hills job sites. Contact us at (888) 288-9911 for a free site safety analysis.

AFFF and Firefighter Cancer in Tarrant County

For decades, the brave firefighters at NRH Fire Rescue and those serving at nearby Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth were taught that their primary danger was the fire itself. We now know that the very foam used to suppress those fires—Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF)—was a cancer-causing agent.

The PFAS “Forever Chemical” Mechanism

AFFF contains PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). These chemicals contain the strongest bond in organic chemistry: the carbon-fluorine bond. Because of this bond, PFAS do not break down in the environment or the human body. They bioaccumulate in the liver, kidneys, and blood.

The science is devastatingly clear: PFAS chemicals bind to PPAR (peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors) in your cells, disrupting metabolic and immune function. Epidemiological studies from the C8 Science Panel confirmed that long-term AFFF exposure is a “substantial factor” in causing kidney cancer, testicular cancer, and ulcerative colitis.

If you are a North Richland Hills firefighter currently fighting a cancer diagnosis, the Texas Presumption Statute (Tex. Gov’t Code § 607.055) may help with your workers’ comp claim, but it won’t hold the manufacturers accountable. We are part of the growing litigation against companies like 3M and DuPont who internal memos prove knew about PFAS toxicity in the 1970s and chose to keep selling AFFF to departments across Tarrant County.

Attorney 911 is currently accepting cases for firefighters in North Richland Hills who have been diagnosed with:

• Kidney Cancer
• Testicular Cancer
• Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
• Thyroid Cancer
• Prostate Cancer

https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/pfas/index.html. Your service should not have come at the cost of your life. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 to speak with Lupe Peña about the AFFF multidistrict litigation.

Benzene and Chemical Exposure in the DFW Corridor

While North Richland Hills is a residential jewel, its proximity to the industrial hubs of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro means many residents work in sectors where benzene and chemical solvents are ubiquitous. Benzene is a fundamental component of crude oil and a cornerstone of North Texas manufacturing and transportation industries.

How Benzene Destroys Human Blood

Benzene is an IARC Group 1 carcinogen. When inhaled or absorbed through the skin, it is metabolized by the enzyme CYP2E1 into reactive compounds like muconaldehyde and hydroquinone. These metabolites are directly toxic to the bone marrow—specifically the hematopoietic stem cells that produce your blood.

Workers in North Richland Hills who handled gasoline, industrial degreasers, or specialized manufacturing chemicals were often exposed to benzene at levels far exceeding the OSHA PEL of 1 ppm. Over years of chronic exposure, this bone marrow toxicity triggers chromosomal translocations (such as t(8;21)) that cause:

• Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
• Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)
• Aplastic Anemia
• Multiple Myeloma

Lupe Peña, with his history on the defense side, knows how these chemical companies operate. “They will try to argue that your leukemia was ‘idiopathic’ or caused by smoking,” Lupe explains. “We counter that with blood surfactant testing and industrial hygiene reconstruction that proves the benzene at your NRH workplace was the substantial factor.”

In 2024, an ExxonMobil benzene verdict in the millions highlighted the ongoing accountability for these exposures. If you worked at a refinery, a printing shop, or an aerospace plant near North Richland Hills and are now struggling with a blood disorder, call 1-888-288-9911 for a free medical-legal review.

FELA: Protecting North Richland Hills Railroad Workers

Tarrant County is one of the most vital railroad junctions in the United States. With the BNSF headquarters nearby and major Union Pacific lines running throughout the region, many North Richland Hills families have generational ties to the railroad.

If you were injured or made sick while working for the railroad, you are not covered by Texas workers’ compensation. Instead, you are protected by the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). FELA is much more powerful than workers’ comp because it allows you to sue the railroad directly for negligence.

Asbestos and Cancer on the Rails

Railroad companies pervasively used asbestos in locomotive insulation, brake shoes, and steam heating lines in railyards across North Texas. For decades, CONDUCTORS, ENGINEERS, and YARD WORKERS in Tarrant County were exposed to diesel exhaust and asbestos dust without proper respiratory protection.

Under FELA (45 U.S.C. § 51), the “burden of proof” is lower than in a standard injury case. We only need to show that the railroad’s negligence played “any part at all”—however slight—in causing your injury or illness. https://railroads.dot.gov/safety-data

If you worked for BNSF, Union Pacific, or Amtrak and have been diagnosed with cancer or a spinal injury, don’t let the “company doctor” minimize your claim. As Jamin Marroquin shared in his Google review of our firm: “Mr. Manginello guided me through the whole process with great expertise… He was tenacious, accessible, and determined throughout the 19 months of my case.”

Call Attorney 911 at 1-888-ATTY-911 for an aggressive federal FELA evaluation.

Secondary Exposure: The Hidden Burden on NRH Families

In neighborhoods like Diamond Loch or Walker’s Garden, many North Richland Hills families are discovering that toxic exposure didn’t stop at the workplace gates. “Take-home exposure” occurs when workers unknowingly carry asbestos fibers, lead dust, or chemicals home on their clothing, skin, and tools.

A wife who laundered her husband’s work clothes for 20 years or a child who hugged their parent coming home from a Tarrant County shipyard or refinery received a measurable inhalation dose of these toxins. Families in North Richland Hills have the same legal rights to compensation as the workers themselves. If you never worked in industry but have been diagnosed with an “occupational” disease like mesothelioma, the source is likely secondary exposure.

“The companies knew that workers were carrying these fibers home,” says Ralph Manginello. “By failing to provide showers and mandatory uniform changes, they essentially poisoned your entire household.”

Proactive Preservation: Why the NRH Timeline Is Running Out

In a personal injury case like a car wreck, you have time. In a toxic exposure case in North Richland Hills, the evidence is actively disappearing.

• Witnesses are moving or passing away: The coworkers who can identify the specific brand of insulation you used in 1978 are in their 70s and 80s.
• Trust funds are depleting: As pools of money like the Manville Trust pay out claims, the remaining assets shrink, leading to lower payment percentages for future filers.
• Records are being purged: Corporate document retention policies often allow the destruction of safety records after a decade. We file emergency preservation demands—spoliation letters—to stop this destruction immediately.

Our lead case manager, Lenore Olivo, discusses this in our “Facts to Remember After an Accident” podcast episode. https://share.transistor.fm/s/a85410a7. In toxic exposure, the “accident” happened decades ago, but the legal emergency is happening RIGHT NOW.

No Language Barrier, No Financial Barrier

We understand that for many workers in North Richland Hills, particularly in the construction and manufacturing sectors, there are additional hurdles. Hablamos Español. Lupe Peña is a bilingual attorney who ensures that our Spanish-speaking clients receive the same aggressive advocacy as everyone else.

Furthermore, we understand the financial terror of a cancer diagnosis. Attorney 911 works on a 100% contingency fee basis. We advance all costs for expert witnesses, medical record collection, and court filings. If we do not win your case and recover money for you, you owe us absolutely nothing. Our 4.9-star rating is a testament to our commitment to making world-class legal help accessible to every Tarrant County family.

As Eddy M. noted in his review: “Every question I had was answered thoroughly and in a timely manner… Support and communication truly made a difference.”

Frequently Asked Questions for North Richland Hills Victims

Can I file a claim if my exposure was 30 years ago in North Richland Hills?

Yes. Texas follows the “discovery rule.” Your two-year statute of limitations generally does not begin until the day you were diagnosed or the day your doctor told you the illness was caused by your prior exposure. Mesothelioma and many cancers have latency periods of up to 50 years. It is rarely too late to start the process.

Is workers’ comp my only option if I was hurt on a construction site near I-820?

No. While you may have a workers’ comp claim, you likely have a much more valuable “third-party claim” against the general contractor, equipment manufacturer, or other subcontractors. These claims allow for compensation that workers’ comp cannot provide, such as pain and suffering and full lost wages.

What if the North Richland Hills company I worked for is now out of business?

We can often still recover compensation. Many defunct companies were required to establish bankruptcy trust funds to pay for future asbestos and toxic exposure claims. Additionally, successor corporations that bought the old company may be legally liable for your injuries.

Does my military service at NAS Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth qualify me for a claim?

Yes, potentially on multiple fronts. In addition to VA disability benefits, you may have claims against the civilian manufacturers of the asbestos products or PFAS-containing foams used on base. If you were stationed at Camp Lejeune for 30 days between 1953 and 1987, you are eligible for the Camp Lejeune Justice Act.

How much is my toxic exposure case worth in NRH?

Values vary significantly based on the diagnosis and the number of identified defendants. For mesothelioma, settlements commonly range from $1 million to $2.5 million, with trial verdicts reaching much higher. Benzene and petrochemical cases also frequently result in seven-figure settlements. We perform a free, detailed valuation based on your specific work history.

What are the first symptoms of mesothelioma I should look for?

Common early signs include a persistent dry cough, chest pain, and shortness of breath (pleural mesothelioma) or abdominal swelling and pain (peritoneal mesothelioma). If you have these symptoms and a history of working in industrial or construction trades in NRH, you must tell your doctor about your exposure history.

The Most Dangerous Team for Corporate Defendants

The corporations responsible for your illness are not your friends. They are represented by some of the most expensive defense firms in Texas. To beat them, you need a team that has already been where they are.

Ralph Manginello’s 27 years of results and Lupe Peña’s “defense-side” insider knowledge make Attorney 911 a formidable force in North Richland Hills. We didn’t choose the brand “Attorney 911” for a catchy slogan—we chose it because we treat our clients’ toxic exposure cases as the life-and-death emergencies they truly are.

As Chad Harris wrote: “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!”

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or a workplace blood disorder, or if you were catastrophically injured on a North Richland Hills job site, don’t wait for the defense to build their wall of silence.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, confidential, and aggressive consultation. Hablamos Español. Our primary office is in Houston, but we serve clients across Tarrant County and the entire state of Texas. You build your life here. Let us help you protect it.

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Detailed Resource and Treatment Information for North Richland Hills Residents

If you are diagnosed with a toxic-exposure-related illness in North Richland Hills, your first step must be specialized medical care. General practitioners are often not trained to handle the complexities of occupational cancers. We recommend consulting with the following world-class institutions near Tarrant County:

Regional Treatment Centers

• UT Southwestern Medical Center – Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center (Dallas): As an NCI-designated cancer center just 30 miles from NRH, they offer specialized programs for lung cancer and hematologic malignancies. https://utswmed.org/cancer/
• Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio: A leading alternative for specialized oncology and occupational screenings. https://cancer.uthscsa.edu/
• MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston): Consistently ranked as the top cancer hospital in the world, MD Anderson is the premier destination for mesothelioma and leukemia patients. Many of our NRH clients travel to Houston for their specialized treatment protocols. https://www.mdanderson.org

Regulatory and Research Links

For more information on the substances that may have poisoned you, consult these primary sources:

• ATSDR Toxicological Profile for Asbestos: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp61.pdf
• OSHA Crystalline Silica Standard: https://www.osha.gov/silica-crystalline
• EPA PFAS Strategic Roadmap: https://www.epa.gov/pfas/pfas-strategic-roadmap-epas-commitments-action-2021-2024

Knowledge is power. Accountability is our mission. Let us start that mission today in North Richland Hills.

Call (888) 288-9911.

Bridging the Gap: Tarrant County Industrial Corridors

The history of North Richland Hills is inextricably linked to the broader DFW Industrial Belt. While NRH itself shifted toward a beautiful residential and commercial landscape, the following corridors defined the exposure risks for our workforce:

The Aerospace and Defense Corridor (Hurst-NRH-Fort Worth)

The concentrated presence of Bell Textron and other aerospace suppliers near the Hurst/NRH border means thousands of workers handled specialized coatings, solvents containing benzene, and legacy fire-extinguishing agents. If you were a technician or assembly worker in this sector, you likely used materials that were labeled “safe” but are now known to cause blood cancers and respiratory disease.

The Fort Worth Rail District

For conductor and maintenance-of-way workers living in North Richland Hills, the massive BNSF and Union Pacific operations in nearby Fort Worth were a primary source of high-dose asbestos exposure. Locomotive engine rooms were often packed with asbestos insulation, and brake shoes released friable fibers every time a train slowed down. FELA lawsuits are the primary mechanism for these families to find justice.

Tarrant County Demolition and Renovation

As Birdville and North Richland Hills modernized, older buildings were demolished or renovated to make way for new developments like North Hills Village. If you were a demolition laborer, HVAC tech, or electrician during these transitions, you were on the front lines of asbestos release. Under 29 CFR 1926.1101, projects were supposed to be monitored—but in the rush of the North Texas boom, corners were frequently cut.

Why Choose a Firm with Defense-Insider Perspective?

Lupe Peña’s background as an insurance defense attorney is not just a bio point—it is a tactical advantage for North Richland Hills clients. In a toxic exposure case, the defense will use every delay tactic in the book. They will file thousands of pages of “discovery” requests to overwhelm you. They will hire expensive “expert” witnesses whose only job is to say your cancer was caused by anything other than their client’s chemicals.

“I’ve sat in those meetings,” says Lupe Peña. “I’ve seen the strategies they use to keep from paying valid claims. I joined Attorney 911 because I wanted to take those strategies and turn them around to help people like my neighbors in Tarrant County.”

By hiring Attorney 911, you are getting an attorney who knows how to predict the defense’s next move. We don’t react to their tactics—we anticipate them.

Final Steps: Don’t Carry This Alone

A terminal diagnosis or a catastrophic injury is a legal and medical emergency. You are battling a two-front war: one for your health and one for your family’s financial security.

As Stephanie Hernandez wrote in her review: “When I felt I had no hope or direction… She and her team were beyond amazing!!! She took all the weight of my worries off my shoulders and I just never felt so taken care of.”

That is our goal for every North Richland Hills client. Let us handle the corporate lawyers, the insurance adjusters, the trust fund paperwork, and the federal court filings. You focus on your health and your family.

We serve all of North Richland Hills, including:

• NRX / North Hills Medical District
• Diamond Loch
• Walker’s Garden
• Hometown NRH
• The Iron Horse Corridor
• Birdville

There is zero risk to call, and the evaluation is free. You have worked your whole life to build North Richland Hills. Now, let us work for you.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911.

Attorney Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña are ready to take your call 24/7. This is not just a commercial—it’s a legal emergency line. When you call, we answer.

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Detailed FAQ Continued: Expert Answers for NRH Families

What are “B-Readers” and why do I need one?

A NIOSH-certified B-Reader is a radiologist with special training to identify signs of pneumoconioses (asbestosis and silicosis) in chest X-rays. A standard hospital radiologist may miss the subtle scarring patterns that prove occupational disease. We work with national B-Readers to ensure your North Richland Hills case is supported by the highest level of medical evidence.

Does Attorney 911 travel to North Richland Hills for client meetings?

Yes. While our primary litigation hub is in Houston, Ralph Manginello and our team regularly travel throughout North Texas to meet with clients who are too ill to travel. We also utilize secure video conferencing to keep our clients updated weekly without them needing to leave their homes in NRH.

Is the compensation from an asbestos trust fund taxable?

Generally, compensation for physical injuries and sickness—which includes mesothelioma or cancer settlements—is NOT considered taxable by the IRS. This means more of the money goes where it’s needed: your medical care and your family’s legacy. Always consult with a tax professional regarding your specific situation.

If my spouse died from a toxic exposure disease five years ago, is it too late for a wrongful death claim?

The standard statute of limitations for wrongful death in Texas is two years from the date of death. However, there are very specific and narrow exceptions depending on when the cause of death was discovered to be linked to occupational exposure. Contact us immediately at 1-888-288-9911 to see if your case qualifies for tolling of the statute.

What is the BP Texas City Refinery experience Ralph Manginello has?

Ralph Manginello was part of the litigation team representing victims of the 2005 BP refinery explosion. This was one of the most complex industrial accident cases in American history, involving 15 deaths and 180 injuries, and resulting in $2.1 billion in settlements. This experience taught our firm how to manage massive amounts of evidence, take on multinational corporations, and win against the best defense attorneys in the world. We bring that same “big case” firepower to every North Richland Hills claim.

How do I know if my water in North Richland Hills has PFAS?

Tarrant County water providers are required to comply with EPA standards, including the new April 2024 MCL of 4.0 parts per trillion for PFOA and PFOS. You can check your local Water Quality Report or “Consumer Confidence Report” provided by the City of North Richland Hills. If you live on a well near a fire training facility or airport, we may recommend independent testing.

What should I do if my doctor says my illness is just “old age”?

Get a second opinion from a specialist. Many North Texas doctors are not experts in occupational disease. If you have a history of working around silica, benzene, or asbestos, you need a physician who understands the link between your job and your lungs. We can help connect you with specialists at academic medical centers near North Richland Hills.

Contact Attorney 911 today. Your history at work matters. Your health matters. Justice matters.

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