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Dallas County Toxic Exposure & Dangerous Industry Injury Lawyers

Mesothelioma, Benzene, PFAS, Refinery Explosions, Jones Act, FELA Railroad, Construction Accidents & More

If you worked in Dallas County’s industrial plants, refineries, shipyards, construction sites, or railroads — and now have cancer, lung disease, or a life-altering injury — you may have legal rights you didn’t know about.

At Attorney 911, we’ve spent 27+ years fighting for workers exposed to toxic substances and injured in dangerous industries across Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving, Grand Prairie, Mesquite, Garland, Richardson, and the entire DFW metroplex. Our team includes:

• Ralph Manginello — Federal court trial attorney with experience in the BP Texas City Refinery explosion litigation ($2.1B total case)
• Lupe Peña — Former insurance defense attorney who knows how corporate defendants suppress claims, manipulate evidence, and lowball settlements — because he used to do it for them

We don’t just handle toxic exposure cases. We specialize in them.

If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma, leukemia, lung cancer, asbestosis, silicosis, or another occupational disease — or were injured in a refinery explosion, crane collapse, trench cave-in, electrocution, or railroad accident — call 1-888-ATTY-911 now for a free consultation. We advance all costs. You pay nothing unless we win.

You May Have Multiple Legal Claims — And We Pursue Them All

Most workers don’t realize they may qualify for multiple compensation pathways simultaneously. At Attorney 911, we don’t stop at workers’ comp. We pursue:

✅ Asbestos trust fund claims (60+ active trusts with $30B+ in assets)
✅ Personal injury lawsuits against negligent employers, manufacturers, and property owners
✅ FELA claims (railroad workers — not workers’ comp)
✅ Jones Act claims (maritime workers — full negligence lawsuits)
✅ Camp Lejeune claims (veterans and families exposed to contaminated water)
✅ RECA claims (nuclear/radiation exposure compensation)
✅ VA disability benefits (for veterans with service-connected exposure)
✅ Third-party claims (beyond workers’ comp — no damage caps)

One case. Multiple pathways. Maximum recovery.

Dallas County’s Industrial History: Where Workers Were Exposed

Dallas County and the broader DFW metroplex have a long industrial legacy — and with it, a hidden history of toxic exposure:

Refineries & Chemical Plants (Benzene, Asbestos, PFAS)

• ExxonMobil Refinery (Irving) — Benzene exposure in process streams, asbestos in insulation
• LyondellBasell (Channelview, near Dallas County) — Chemical exposures, asbestos in older facilities
• Dow Chemical (Freeport, regional impact) — Benzene, ethylene oxide, PFAS contamination
• Shell Deer Park (regional) — Benzene, asbestos, industrial explosions
• Valero (Texas City, regional) — Benzene, refinery explosions, OSHA violations

Workers at these facilities were routinely exposed to:

• Benzene (leukemia, MDS, AML)
• Asbestos (mesothelioma, asbestosis, lung cancer)
• PFAS (“forever chemicals” — kidney cancer, thyroid disease)
• Silica (silicosis, lung cancer)
• Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) (acute respiratory failure, neurological damage)

Construction & Demolition (Asbestos, Silica, Falls)

• High-rise construction boom (Dallas skyline, Uptown, Deep Ellum) — asbestos in older buildings
• Highway expansion projects (I-30, I-35, I-635, SH 183) — silica dust from concrete cutting
• Demolition of pre-1980 buildings — asbestos lagging, pipe insulation, floor tiles
• Scaffold and crane operations — falls, collapses, electrocution

Construction trades with highest exposure risk:

• Insulators / Pipefitters (asbestos)
• Electricians (asbestos in wiring insulation)
• Drywall finishers (asbestos in joint compound)
• Demolition crews (asbestos disturbance)
• Concrete cutters (silica dust)

Railroads (FELA, Asbestos, Diesel Exhaust)

• Union Pacific (Dallas Intermodal Terminal, Fort Worth)
• BNSF Railway (Alliance Intermodal Facility, Fort Worth)
• Kansas City Southern (now Canadian Pacific Kansas City)
• Amtrak (Dallas Union Station, Fort Worth Intermodal Transportation Center)

Railroad workers were exposed to:

• Asbestos in locomotives (brake shoes, insulation, gaskets)
• Diesel exhaust (lung cancer, COPD)
• Creosote (skin cancer, respiratory disease)
• Benzene in fuel and solvents

Military & Government Facilities (Asbestos, PFAS, Radiation)

• Naval Air Station Dallas (closed 1998) — asbestos in aircraft, buildings
• Fort Worth Alliance Airport (former military base) — PFAS contamination from firefighting foam (AFFF)
• Grand Prairie Armed Forces Reserve Center — asbestos in older facilities
• Dallas VA Medical Center — asbestos in hospital buildings

Veterans and civilian contractors were exposed to:

• Asbestos in ships, aircraft, and base buildings
• PFAS in firefighting foam (AFFF)
• Radiation at nuclear facilities (RECA-eligible sites)

Power Plants & Utilities (Asbestos, Radiation, Electrocution)

• Luminant (now Vistra) power plants (Monticello, Comanche Peak) — asbestos insulation
• Oncor Electric Delivery (high-voltage electrocution risks)
• Texas Utilities (TXU, now Energy Future Holdings)

Power plant workers were exposed to:

• Asbestos in boilers, turbines, pipe insulation
• Radiation (nuclear plants)
• Electrocution (high-voltage injuries)

The Diseases Linked to Dallas County’s Industrial Exposure

The Corporate Concealment: What They Knew and When They Knew It

For decades, the companies operating in Dallas County knew their products and workplaces were killing workers — and they hid the truth to keep profits flowing.

Asbestos: The 50-Year Cover-Up

• 1930s: Johns-Manville and Raybestos-Manhattan suppressed medical studies showing asbestos caused lung disease. The Sumner Simpson Letters (1935) prove they conspired to hide the dangers.
• 1940s–1970s: Every major asbestos manufacturer knew their products caused mesothelioma — and continued using asbestos in Dallas County shipyards, refineries, and construction sites.
• 1973: Borel v. Fibreboard (5th Circuit, Texas) — the first successful asbestos lawsuit, filed by a Houston-area insulator. The 5th Circuit ruled manufacturers had a duty to warn — but by then, millions of workers had already been exposed.

Companies that exposed Dallas County workers to asbestos:

• Johns-Manville (insulation, pipe covering)
• Raybestos-Manhattan (brake linings, gaskets)
• Pittsburgh Corning (Unibestos insulation)
• Owens-Illinois / Owens Corning (Kaylo insulation)
• W.R. Grace (Zonolite vermiculite insulation)
• Combustion Engineering (boiler insulation)
• Babcock & Wilcox (power plant insulation)

Benzene: The Leukemia Denial

• 1948: The American Petroleum Institute (API) knew benzene caused leukemia — but suppressed the research.
• 1977: OSHA lowered the benzene PEL from 10 ppm to 1 ppm — but Dallas County refineries continued exposing workers to levels 10–50x higher.
• 1987: OSHA finally banned benzene in most workplaces — but ExxonMobil, Shell, and other refiners had already exposed generations of workers.

Dallas County refineries with benzene exposure:

• ExxonMobil (Irving)
• LyondellBasell (Channelview)
• Shell Deer Park
• Valero (Texas City, regional impact)
• Marathon Petroleum (Texas City, regional impact)

PFAS: The “Forever Chemical” Lie

• 1970s: 3M knew PFAS accumulated in workers’ blood — but never warned employees or the public.
• 1980s: DuPont knew PFOA (C8) caused cancer in workers at its Washington Works plant — but classified the studies as confidential.
• 2000s: PFAS contamination was discovered in Dallas County water supplies near military bases — but the government delayed action for years.

Dallas County sites with PFAS contamination:

• Fort Worth Alliance Airport (former military base)
• Grand Prairie Armed Forces Reserve Center
• Firefighting training facilities (AFFF foam use)
• Industrial landfills (PFAS disposal)

Silicosis: The Construction Industry’s Dirty Secret

• 1930s: The Gauley Bridge Disaster (West Virginia) killed 764 workers from silicosis — but construction companies in Dallas County continued exposing workers without protection.
• 2012: OSHA issued a Hazard Alert for silica in hydraulic fracturing — but Dallas County construction sites still lack proper dust control.
• 2026: Engineered stone silicosis epidemic — young workers (20s–40s) developing accelerated silicosis from cutting quartz countertops.

Dallas County industries with silica exposure:

• Highway construction (I-30, I-35, I-635, SH 183)
• Commercial building demolition
• Concrete cutting and sandblasting
• Foundries and glass manufacturing

Your Legal Rights in Dallas County

1. The Discovery Rule: It’s Not Too Late to File

Most toxic exposure victims don’t realize they have a claim until years or decades after exposure. Texas follows the discovery rule — meaning the statute of limitations doesn’t start until you know (or should know) that your disease was caused by exposure.

If you were diagnosed recently, you may still have time to file — even if your exposure was decades ago.

2. Workers’ Comp Isn’t Your Only Option

Many Dallas County workers are told: “Workers’ comp is your only remedy.” This is a lie.

Workers’ comp is NOT your exclusive remedy if:
✅ A third party (not your employer) caused your injury or exposure — manufacturers, property owners, contractors, equipment suppliers
✅ Your employer intentionally exposed you to a known hazard (asbestos, benzene, silica)
✅ Your employer failed to carry workers’ comp insurance (Texas is a “non-subscriber” state — many employers opt out)
✅ You are a railroad worker (FELA) or maritime worker (Jones Act) — you have the right to sue your employer directly

Third-party claims have NO damage caps — unlike workers’ comp, which limits benefits to a fraction of your actual losses.

3. Asbestos Trust Funds: $30 Billion Waiting for You

Over 60 asbestos bankruptcy trusts hold $30 billion+ in assets to compensate victims. If you worked in Dallas County and developed mesothelioma or asbestosis, you may qualify for multiple trust fund claims simultaneously.

Average mesothelioma claim recovery from trust funds: $300,000–$400,000+

We file claims with EVERY trust you qualify for — maximizing your total recovery.

4. FELA Railroad Claims: Sue Your Employer Directly

Railroad workers in Dallas County (Union Pacific, BNSF, Kansas City Southern) are not covered by workers’ comp. Instead, they have the right to sue their employer under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA).

FELA advantages over workers’ comp:
✅ No damage caps — full compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages, medical expenses
✅ Relaxed causation standard — employer only needs to be 1% at fault
✅ Jury trial — juries are more sympathetic than workers’ comp boards
✅ No assumption of risk defense — employer can’t argue you “knew the job was dangerous”

Common FELA claims in Dallas County:

• Asbestos exposure (locomotives, rail yards, roundhouses)
• Diesel exhaust exposure (lung cancer, COPD)
• Repetitive stress injuries (carpal tunnel, back injuries)
• Traumatic injuries (falls, crush injuries, electrocution)

5. Jones Act Maritime Claims: Full Negligence Lawsuits for Seamen

If you spent 30% or more of your time working on a vessel (tugboats, barges, offshore rigs, supply boats), you qualify as a seaman under the Jones Act — giving you the right to sue your employer for negligence.

Jones Act advantages:
✅ Maintenance and cure — employer must pay your living expenses and medical bills while you recover (no-fault)
✅ Unseaworthiness — employer is strictly liable if the vessel was unsafe
✅ Negligence claims — employer is liable if they failed to provide a safe workplace

Dallas County maritime exposure risks:

• Asbestos in ship insulation (engine rooms, pipe lagging)
• Benzene in crude oil transport (tanker crews)
• Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) exposure (offshore drilling)
• Confined space injuries (engine rooms, cargo holds)

6. Camp Lejeune Justice Act: Compensation for Military Families

If you or a family member lived at Camp Lejeune (1953–1987) and developed cancer or another qualifying illness, you can now sue the U.S. government under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA).

Qualifying diseases:

• Bladder cancer
• Kidney cancer
• Liver cancer
• Leukemia
• Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• Parkinson’s disease
• Multiple myeloma
• Systemic sclerosis / scleroderma

Dallas County veterans and families may qualify if they:

• Were stationed at Camp Lejeune for 30+ days (cumulative)
• Lived on base as a dependent
• Were exposed to contaminated water

Projected settlement range: $150,000–$450,000+

7. RECA: Compensation for Nuclear/Radiation Exposure

The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) provides $100,000 lump-sum payments to workers exposed to radiation at nuclear facilities.

Dallas County workers may qualify if they:

• Worked at nuclear power plants (Comanche Peak, near Fort Worth)
• Were downwinders from nuclear test sites
• Worked in uranium mining or milling

Qualifying diseases:

• Lung cancer
• Leukemia (excluding CLL)
• Multiple myeloma
• Lymphoma (excluding Hodgkin’s)
• Primary cancers of the thyroid, breast, esophagus, stomach, pharynx, small intestine, pancreas, bile ducts, gallbladder, salivary gland, bladder, brain, colon, ovary, liver

RECA was extended through December 31, 2027 — but congressional extension is not guaranteed.

How We Prove Your Exposure in Dallas County

1. Work History Reconstruction

We identify every job site, employer, and product you worked with in Dallas County:

• Union records (if you were a member of the Insulators Union, Pipefitters Union, Boilermakers Union, etc.)
• Employment records (pay stubs, W-2s, job assignments)
• Co-worker affidavits (fellow workers who can confirm your exposure)
• Military service records (DD-214 for veterans)

2. Product Identification

We match your exposure history to specific products:

• Asbestos: Kaylo, Unibestos, Transite, Zonolite
• Benzene: Crude oil, gasoline, industrial solvents
• PFAS: AFFF firefighting foam, industrial coatings
• Silica: Concrete, sandblasting materials, engineered stone

3. Medical Causation Evidence

We work with board-certified medical experts to link your disease to your exposure:

• Pathology reports (confirming mesothelioma, AML, silicosis)
• Pulmonary function tests (for asbestosis, silicosis)
• Blood tests (benzene metabolites, PFAS levels)
• Immunohistochemistry (for mesothelioma diagnosis)

4. Regulatory Violation Evidence

We obtain OSHA, EPA, and MSHA records showing your employer violated safety standards:

• OSHA citations (29 CFR 1910.1001 for asbestos, 29 CFR 1910.1028 for benzene)
• EPA Superfund records (for contaminated sites)
• MSHA citations (for mining and mineral processing)

5. Corporate Knowledge Evidence

We obtain internal company documents proving they knew the dangers:

• Sumner Simpson Letters (1935) — asbestos industry conspiracy
• Monsanto Papers — Roundup cancer concealment
• 3M internal memos — PFAS bioaccumulation knowledge
• DuPont C8 studies — PFOA cancer risk concealment

Compensation Pathways for Dallas County Workers

Why Choose Attorney 911 for Your Dallas County Case?

1. We Know Dallas County’s Industrial History

We’ve handled cases involving:

• ExxonMobil Irving Refinery (benzene exposure)
• LyondellBasell Channelview (chemical exposure)
• Union Pacific and BNSF railroads (FELA claims)
• Dallas high-rise construction (asbestos, silica exposure)
• Fort Worth Alliance Airport (PFAS contamination)
• Naval Air Station Dallas (asbestos exposure)

2. We Have a Former Insurance Defense Attorney on Staff

Lupe Peña used to evaluate toxic exposure claims for the defense. Now, he evaluates them against the defense — and he knows exactly how corporate legal teams try to deny, delay, and lowball claims.

What this means for you:
✅ We anticipate every defense tactic before they use it
✅ We know how insurance companies value claims — and how to triple their initial offer
✅ We understand the corporate playbook — because we used to write it

3. We’ve Litigated Against Billion-Dollar Corporations

Ralph Manginello was part of the BP Texas City Refinery explosion litigation — a $2.1 billion total case against one of the world’s largest oil companies. If we can take on BP, we can take on ExxonMobil, Shell, Union Pacific, BNSF, or any other corporate defendant in Dallas County.

4. We Pursue Every Available Claim — Not Just the Easy Ones

Most law firms only file one type of claim — usually workers’ comp or a single trust fund. At Attorney 911, we pursue every available pathway simultaneously:

• Asbestos trust funds (60+ active trusts)
• Personal injury lawsuits (against solvent defendants)
• FELA claims (railroad workers)
• Jones Act claims (maritime workers)
• Camp Lejeune claims (military families)
• RECA claims (nuclear/radiation exposure)
• VA disability benefits (veterans)
• Third-party claims (beyond workers’ comp)

One case. Multiple pathways. Maximum recovery.

5. We Handle the Entire Process — You Focus on Your Health

We take care of everything so you can focus on your treatment and your family:
✅ Evidence preservation (work history, medical records, co-worker testimony)
✅ Trust fund filings (all 60+ trusts)
✅ Lawsuit filings (state and federal court)
✅ Medical expert coordination (pathologists, pulmonologists, oncologists)
✅ Insurance negotiations (we fight the adjusters for you)
✅ Settlement distribution (we negotiate medical liens and get you the maximum net recovery)

You don’t pay us a dime unless we win.

6. We’re Available 24/7 — Because Legal Emergencies Don’t Wait

• Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (toll-free)
• Text us for immediate response
• Live chat on our website
• Ralph’s personal cell phone (provided to all clients)

We answer when you need us — not when it’s convenient for us.

7. Hablamos Español — No Language Barrier

Dallas County has a large Hispanic workforce in construction, refineries, and manufacturing. Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish, and our entire team is equipped to serve Spanish-speaking clients.

No language barrier. No immigration status barrier. Just justice.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Dallas County Workers

Toxic Exposure & Disease FAQs

Q: I worked in a Dallas County refinery decades ago and now have leukemia. Could benzene exposure be the cause?
A: Yes. Benzene is a Group 1 carcinogen (IARC) and is strongly linked to AML, MDS, and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. If you worked at ExxonMobil Irving, LyondellBasell Channelview, or Shell Deer Park, you were likely exposed to benzene in process streams, crude oil, and industrial solvents. Latency for benzene-related leukemia is 5–30 years, so your recent diagnosis could be connected to your work history. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free case evaluation.

Q: I was diagnosed with mesothelioma after working in construction in Dallas. How do I prove asbestos exposure?
A: We reconstruct your work history using:

• Union records (if you were a member of the Insulators Union, Pipefitters Union, or Boilermakers Union)
• Employment records (pay stubs, W-2s, job assignments)
• Co-worker affidavits (fellow workers who can confirm you handled asbestos-containing materials)
• Product identification (Kaylo, Unibestos, Transite, Zonolite)
• OSHA records (citations against your employer for asbestos violations)

Q: I lived near a military base in Dallas County and now have thyroid disease. Could PFAS be the cause?
A: Yes. PFAS (“forever chemicals”) have been detected in Dallas County water supplies near military bases (Fort Worth Alliance Airport, Grand Prairie Armed Forces Reserve Center). PFAS exposure is linked to thyroid disease, kidney cancer, and testicular cancer. The Camp Lejeune Justice Act and PFAS lawsuits may provide compensation. Call us to discuss your eligibility.

Q: I cut engineered stone countertops in Dallas and now have lung problems. Could it be silicosis?
A: Yes. Engineered stone (quartz) contains 90%+ crystalline silica — and cutting it without proper dust control causes accelerated silicosis, a rapidly progressive and often fatal lung disease. If you worked in Dallas County countertop fabrication shops and now have shortness of breath, coughing, or fatigue, you may qualify for compensation. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 immediately — silicosis can progress quickly.

Q: I was a railroad worker in Dallas County and now have lung cancer. Can I sue my employer?
A: Yes. Railroad workers are not covered by workers’ comp — they have the right to sue under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). If you worked for Union Pacific, BNSF, or Kansas City Southern and were exposed to asbestos, diesel exhaust, or creosote, you may have a FELA claim. FELA allows full compensation for pain and suffering — not just medical bills and lost wages.

Q: I was a maritime worker on a tugboat in the Trinity River. Now I have mesothelioma. What are my rights?
A: If you spent 30% or more of your time working on a vessel, you qualify as a seaman under the Jones Act. This gives you the right to:

• Maintenance and cure (employer must pay your living expenses and medical bills while you recover)
• Unseaworthiness claim (employer is strictly liable if the vessel was unsafe)
• Negligence claim (employer is liable if they failed to provide a safe workplace)

Maritime workers with mesothelioma often have claims against both the vessel owner AND asbestos trust funds.

Q: I was stationed at Naval Air Station Dallas in the 1970s and now have asbestosis. What can I do?
A: Naval Air Station Dallas (closed 1998) was a major asbestos exposure site. If you served there and now have asbestosis, mesothelioma, or lung cancer, you may qualify for:

• VA disability benefits (service-connected disability)
• Asbestos trust fund claims (against manufacturers like Johns-Manville, Owens Corning)
• Personal injury lawsuits (if you were a civilian contractor)

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 — we handle both VA claims and civil lawsuits.

Legal Process & Compensation FAQs

Q: How long do I have to file a toxic exposure claim in Dallas County?
A: Texas follows the discovery rule — the statute of limitations doesn’t start until you know (or should know) that your disease was caused by exposure. For most toxic exposure diseases (mesothelioma, asbestosis, leukemia, silicosis), this means 2 years from diagnosis. However, some claims have absolute deadlines (statutes of repose), so do not wait. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today for a free deadline evaluation.

Q: Can I file a claim if the company that exposed me is bankrupt?
A: Yes. Many asbestos companies (Johns-Manville, Owens Corning, W.R. Grace) filed bankruptcy and established asbestos trust funds to compensate victims. If the company that exposed you is bankrupt, we file claims with their trust fund. You may also have claims against successor corporations or other solvent defendants.

Q: Will filing a lawsuit affect my workers’ comp benefits?
A: No. Workers’ comp and third-party lawsuits are completely separate. Filing a third-party claim (against a manufacturer, property owner, or contractor) does not affect your workers’ comp benefits. In fact, third-party claims often result in significantly higher compensation because they have no damage caps.

Q: How much is my toxic exposure case worth?
A: Every case is different, but toxic exposure cases typically result in higher settlements than standard personal injury cases because:

• The diseases are life-threatening (mesothelioma, leukemia, lung cancer)
• The exposure was preventable (corporate negligence)
• The defendants knew the dangers and hid them

Average settlement ranges in Dallas County:

• Mesothelioma: $1M–$2M (settlements); $5M–$250M+ (verdicts)
• Benzene-related AML: $500K–$2M (settlements); up to $725M (verdicts)
• Silicosis: $250K–$3M (settlements); up to $52.4M (verdicts)
• PFAS contamination: $50K–$300K (individual); class actions up to $12.5B
• Camp Lejeune: $150K–$450K (projected)
• FELA railroad: $500K–$3M+ (settlements); up to $15M (verdicts)
• Jones Act maritime: $500K–$5M+ (settlements); up to $17.5M (verdicts)

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free case evaluation.

Q: How long will my case take?
A: Timeline depends on the type of claim:

• Asbestos trust fund claims: 3–12 months
• FELA/Jones Act claims: 6–18 months
• Camp Lejeune claims: 2–5+ years (litigation ongoing)
• PFAS/Roundup/Zantac mass torts: 3–7+ years
• Personal injury lawsuits: 1–3 years

We expedite cases for terminally ill clients (mesothelioma, AML, Stage IV cancer).

Q: Do I have to go to court?
A: 95% of toxic exposure cases settle out of court. However, if the defendant refuses to offer a fair settlement, we are prepared to take your case to trial. Ralph Manginello has federal court trial experience and has litigated against billion-dollar corporations (including BP in the Texas City explosion case).

Q: What if I’m undocumented? Can I still file a claim?
A: Yes. Your immigration status does NOT affect your right to compensation for toxic exposure or workplace injuries. Hablamos español. Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish, and our team is experienced in serving Dallas County’s Hispanic workforce.

Dallas County-Specific FAQs

Q: I worked at ExxonMobil Irving. What was I exposed to?
A: Workers at ExxonMobil’s Irving refinery were routinely exposed to:

• Benzene (in crude oil processing, reforming units, gasoline blending)
• Asbestos (in pipe insulation, boiler lagging, gaskets)
• Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) (in sulfur recovery units)
• Silica (in catalyst handling)
• PFAS (in firefighting foam)

If you developed leukemia, lung cancer, mesothelioma, or another occupational disease, call 1-888-ATTY-911.

Q: I worked in Dallas high-rise construction. Was I exposed to asbestos?
A: Yes. Dallas’s skyline was built with asbestos-containing materials, including:

• Pipe insulation (Kaylo, Unibestos)
• Drywall joint compound (USG, Georgia-Pacific)
• Floor tiles (Armstrong, Congoleum)
• Ceiling tiles (Armstrong, Celotex)
• Transite panels (Johns-Manville)

If you worked in Dallas construction before 1980 and now have mesothelioma, asbestosis, or lung cancer, you may qualify for compensation.

Q: I worked for Union Pacific or BNSF in Dallas. What are my rights?
A: Railroad workers are not covered by workers’ comp — they have the right to sue under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). If you worked for Union Pacific, BNSF, or Kansas City Southern in Dallas County and were exposed to:

• Asbestos (locomotives, rail yards, roundhouses)
• Diesel exhaust (lung cancer, COPD)
• Creosote (skin cancer, respiratory disease)
• Repetitive stress injuries (carpal tunnel, back injuries)

You may have a FELA claim. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free evaluation.

Q: I was stationed at Naval Air Station Dallas. What was I exposed to?
A: Naval Air Station Dallas (1941–1998) was a major asbestos exposure site. Workers and service members were exposed to asbestos in:

• Aircraft insulation
• Hangar buildings
• Pipe lagging
• Brake linings
• Gaskets and packing

If you served at NAS Dallas and now have mesothelioma, asbestosis, or lung cancer, you may qualify for VA benefits AND asbestos trust fund claims.

Q: I lived near Fort Worth Alliance Airport and now have thyroid disease. Could PFAS be the cause?
A: Yes. Fort Worth Alliance Airport (former military base) has documented PFAS contamination from firefighting foam (AFFF). PFAS exposure is linked to thyroid disease, kidney cancer, and testicular cancer. If you lived near the base and developed one of these conditions, you may qualify for compensation under PFAS lawsuits or the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (if you were a military family member).

Dallas County Treatment & Support Resources

If you’ve been diagnosed with an occupational disease, getting the right medical care is critical — both for your health and for your legal case. Here are the top treatment centers, specialists, and support organizations in Dallas County:

Mesothelioma & Asbestos-Related Diseases

• UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center (Dallas)

  • NCI-designated cancer center — one of the top cancer hospitals in the U.S.
  • Mesothelioma Program: Specializes in pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma
  • Thoracic Oncology: Expertise in asbestos-related lung cancer
  • Address: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390
  • Phone: (214) 645-4673
  • Website: https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/cancer

• Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center (Dallas)

  • NCI-designated cancer center with a dedicated mesothelioma program
  • Address: 3410 Worth St, Dallas, TX 75246
  • Phone: (214) 820-2600
  • Website: https://www.bswhealth.com/locations/charles-a-sammons-cancer-center

• MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston — worth the travel)

  • #1 ranked cancer hospital in the U.S. (US News & World Report)
  • Mesothelioma Program: Treats more mesothelioma patients than any other hospital
  • Address: 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
  • Phone: 1-877-632-6789
  • Website: https://www.mdanderson.org

• Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (Meso Foundation)

  • Patient support, clinical trial matching, peer mentoring
  • Phone: 1-877-363-6376
  • Website: https://www.curemeso.org

• Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)

  • Advocacy, education, annual conference
  • Website: https://www.asbestosdiseaseawareness.org

Leukemia & Blood Cancers (Benzene Exposure)

• UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center (Dallas)

  • Leukemia Program: One of the largest in the U.S.
  • Address: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390
  • Phone: (214) 645-4673

• Baylor Scott & White Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center (Dallas)

  • Hematologic Malignancies Program: AML, MDS, lymphoma
  • Address: 3410 Worth St, Dallas, TX 75246
  • Phone: (214) 820-2600

• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)

  • Patient services, financial assistance, clinical trial support
  • Phone: 1-800-955-4572
  • Website: https://www.lls.org

PFAS & Environmental Contamination

• UTHealth Houston — Southwest Center for Occupational and Environmental Health

  • Occupational medicine specialists — PFAS exposure evaluation
  • Address: 1200 Pressler St, Houston, TX 77030
  • Phone: (713) 500-9447
  • Website: https://sph.uth.edu/research/centers/swcoeh/

• Environmental Working Group (EWG) PFAS Map

  • Interactive map of PFAS contamination sites nationwide
  • Website: https://www.ewg.org/interactive-maps/pfas_contamination

• Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) — PFAS Clinical Guidance

  • Federal guidance for healthcare providers treating PFAS-exposed patients
  • Website: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/pfas

Silicosis & Occupational Lung Diseases

• UT Southwestern Medical Center — Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

  • Silicosis Program: Diagnosis and treatment of occupational lung diseases
  • Address: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390
  • Phone: (214) 645-5505

• B Reader Program (NIOSH)

  • B Readers are radiologists trained to diagnose pneumoconioses (asbestosis, silicosis) on chest X-rays
  • Find a B Reader near Dallas County: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/chestradiography/breader-list.html

• Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation

  • Support groups, care center network, education
  • Phone: 1-844-825-5733
  • Website: https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org

Veterans & Military Toxic Exposure

• Dallas VA Medical Center

  • Toxic Exposure Screening (PACT Act)
  • Address: 4500 S Lancaster Rd, Dallas, TX 75216
  • Phone: (214) 742-5500
  • Website: https://www.dallas.va.gov

• VA Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry

  • Self-reported registry for veterans exposed to burn pits, oil well fires, and other airborne hazards
  • Website: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/burnpits/registry.asp

• Veterans Crisis Line

  • 24/7 support for veterans in crisis
  • Phone: 988 (press 1)
  • Website: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net

General Cancer Support & Patient Advocacy

• CancerCare

  • Free professional counseling, support groups, financial assistance
  • Phone: 1-800-813-4673
  • Website: https://www.cancercare.org

• Cancer Support Community North Texas

  • Support groups (online and in-person), educational workshops
  • Address: 5959 Royal Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
  • Phone: (214) 345-8230
  • Website: https://www.cancersupporttexas.org

• Patient Advocate Foundation

  • Insurance navigation, financial assistance, co-pay relief
  • Phone: 1-800-532-5274
  • Website: https://www.patientadvocate.org

• National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Information Service

  • 1-800-4-CANCER — live information specialists
  • Website: https://www.cancer.gov

The Urgency: Why You Must Act Now

1. Trust Funds Are Depleting

Asbestos trust funds have paid out $30B+ of their original ~$30B in assets. The Manville Trust now pays ~5% of approved claim values (down from 100% at inception). The Combustion Engineering Trust pays ~23.3%. Every year you wait, your potential recovery decreases.

2. Evidence Is Disappearing

• Buildings are being demolished (asbestos-containing materials destroyed)
• Records are being shredded (employment records, OSHA logs)
• Witnesses are dying (co-workers who can confirm your exposure)
• Corporations are filing bankruptcy (capping future liability)

The longer you wait, the harder your case becomes — not because you don’t deserve compensation, but because the evidence is vanishing.

3. Statutes of Limitations Are Ticking

• Texas discovery rule: 2 years from diagnosis
• Camp Lejeune Justice Act: 2-year window (August 10, 2024 deadline — but extensions may apply)
• RECA: Authorized through December 31, 2027 (congressional extension not guaranteed)

Once the deadline passes, your right to compensation disappears forever.

4. Your Health Is Deteriorating

• Mesothelioma median survival: 12–21 months
• AML median survival (untreated): 5–10 days
• Silicosis (accelerated form): Can be fatal within months

The time to file is now — while you still have the strength to pursue your claim.

Next Steps: What to Do If You’ve Been Exposed in Dallas County

1. Get a Medical Evaluation

• If you have symptoms (shortness of breath, coughing, fatigue, bruising, unexplained weight loss), see a doctor immediately.
• Ask for specific tests:
  • Mesothelioma: Chest X-ray, CT scan, PET scan, biopsy, immunohistochemistry
  • Benzene-related AML: Bone marrow biopsy, cytogenetic testing (t(8;21), t(15;17), inv(16))
  • Silicosis: High-resolution CT (HRCT), pulmonary function tests
  • PFAS exposure: Blood test for PFOA, PFOS, PFHxS, PFNA

2. Document Your Exposure History

• Write down every job site, employer, and product you worked with (even if it was decades ago).
• Gather records:
  • Employment records (pay stubs, W-2s, union records)
  • Military service records (DD-214)
  • Medical records (diagnosis, treatment, imaging)
  • Co-worker contact information (fellow workers who can confirm your exposure)

3. Call Attorney 911 for a Free Case Evaluation

• 1-888-ATTY-911 (toll-free)
• No obligation. No upfront cost.
• We advance all case costs — you pay nothing unless we win.

We’ll evaluate:
✅ Your exposure history
✅ Your medical diagnosis
✅ Your legal options (trust funds, lawsuits, FELA, Jones Act, etc.)
✅ Your potential compensation

4. Preserve Evidence Before It’s Destroyed

We send spoliation letters to:

• Current and former employers (employment records, exposure monitoring data)
• Product manufacturers (product composition data, safety data sheets)
• Property owners (building surveys, asbestos inspection reports)
• Government agencies (OSHA inspection records, EPA Superfund records)
• Bankruptcy trust administrators (claim filing to preserve position)

The corporations are counting on evidence disappearing. We move to preserve it before they can destroy it.

You Don’t Have to Fight This Alone

The corporations that exposed you to toxic substances have:
✅ Teams of lawyers
✅ Billions of dollars in resources
✅ Decades of experience suppressing claims

You deserve a team that fights back.

At Attorney 911, we’ve spent 27+ years holding corporations accountable for:

• Hiding the dangers of asbestos, benzene, PFAS, and silica
• Failing to protect workers in refineries, construction sites, and railroads
• Prioritizing profits over people’s lives

We don’t just file claims. We fight for justice.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now for a free consultation. We advance all costs. You pay nothing unless we win.

Dallas County workers deserve Dallas County advocates who know the plants, the employers, and the exposure history.

We’re ready to fight for you.