Terrell County Toxic Exposure and Industrial Injury Guide: Holding Corporations Accountable in the Trans-Pecos

For generations, the men and women of Terrell County helped build the backbone of the American West. From the railroad crews who kept the Southern Pacific engines running through the Sanderson yards to the pipeline workers today who transit the vast energy reserves of the Permian Basin across the Trans-Pecos, work in this region has always been rugged, essential, and dangerous. But there is a difference between the “good honest work” we pride ourselves on and being sent into a “death trap” by corporations that knew their job sites were poisoning you.

You may have spent thirty years in the Sanderson railroad shops or hauling equipment across Route 90, breathing in dust that felt like part of the job. Today, you might be facing a diagnosis that has changed your life forever—mesothelioma, acute myeloid leukemia, or lung cancer. You might feel like your time has run out or that the companies responsible have moved on. Our team at Attorney 911 is here to tell you that in Terrell County, your rights do not expire just because the exposure happened decades ago.

Why Your History in Terrell County Matters Today

The industrial history of Terrell County is unique. Because Sanderson was once known as the “Cactus Capital of Texas” and a critical division point for the railroad, thousands of workers were exposed to high concentrations of asbestos insulation, diesel fumes, and industrial solvents while maintaining the massive logistics chain of the 20th century. For those in the ranching and agricultural sectors, the introduction of potent herbicides like Roundup and Paraquat created a different wave of risk—one that is surfacing now in neurological disorders like Parkinson’s disease.

We understand that for a Terrell County family, a medical diagnosis isn’t just a health crisis—it’s a financial and emotional emergency. When you call us at 1-888-ATTY-911, you aren’t talking to a call center. You are talking to a firm led by Ralph Manginello, who has spent 27+ years fighting some of the largest corporations in the world, and Lupe Peña, an attorney with a history on the insurance defense side. Lupe knows the exact tactics these companies use to hide evidence and deny claims in rural West Texas. We use that insider knowledge to break through their defenses and get the maximum compensation our clients deserve.

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

One of the most common things we hear in Terrell County is: “I worked around asbestos 40 years ago, but I just got sick now. How is that possible?” To understand why you have a legal claim, you have to understand the science of how these fibers destroy your body from the inside out.

Asbestos is not a chemical—it is a mineral made of microscopic, needle-like fibers. When you cut insulation at a site near Sanderson or worked in a railroad roundhouse, you inhaled these fibers. Because they are “biopersistent,” your body cannot break them down. They are essentially indestructible.

The microscopic fibers, particularly the “amphibole” variety common in industrial insulation, penetrate deep into the lungs and eventually reach the pleura—the thin lining that protects your lungs and chest cavity. Your immune system recognizes these as foreign invaders and sends white blood cells called macrophages to destroy them. But the fibers are too sharp and too long for the macrophages to engulf. This is a biological failure known as “frustrated phagocytosis.”

As the macrophages die trying to clear the asbestos, they release a cascade of inflammatory cytokines (including TNF-α and IL-6) and reactive oxygen species (ROS). This creates a permanent state of chronic inflammation that lasts for decades. Over 15 to 50 years, this oxidative stress causes repeated DNA damage to the mesothelial cells. Eventually, the body’s tumor-suppressor genes—the ones meant to stop cancer from growing—are deactivated (specifically the p16 and BAP1 genes). Without those “brakes,” the damaged cells begin to multiply uncontrollably, forming the malignant tumor we know as mesothelioma.

For more information on the biological mechanisms of asbestos-related diseases, you can consult the National Cancer Institute’s comprehensive research: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/asbestos/asbestos-fact-sheet

It is this decades-long process of cellular damage that defines the “latency period” of the disease. The law recognizes this reality. In Texas, the “discovery rule” means that the statute of limitations for your case typically does not start when you were exposed in the 1970s or 80s—it starts when you were diagnosed or when you reasonably should have known the exposure caused your illness.

Attorney Ralph Manginello explains more about how these timelines impact your ability to recover compensation in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onBzdkIWadY

Mesothelioma and Asbestos Claims in Terrell County

If you worked in the railroad, construction, or energy sectors in Terrell County, you were likely surrounded by products made by companies that are now bankrupt but have established multi-billion dollar trust funds to pay victims.

The Railroad Connection (FELA and Asbestos)

For decades, the railroad was the primary employer in Sanderson. If you were a machinist, conductor, or shop worker, you likely worked with asbestos-containing brake shoes, pipe lagging, and gaskets. Under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA), which you can read about at the Department of Labor (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/owcp/dcmwc), railroad workers have a specific right to sue their employers for negligence. This is a much more powerful right than standard workers’ comp.

If you developed mesothelioma or asbestosis after working for the Southern Pacific or Union Pacific, we can pursue both a FELA claim against the railroad and trust fund claims against the manufacturers of the products they made you use. Companies like Johns-Manville, Raybestos, and Bendix knew as early as the 1930s that their products were lethal but kept them on the market to protect their profits.

Asbestos Bankruptcy Trust Funds

There are currently over 60 active asbestos bankruptcy trusts with roughly $30 billion in remaining assets. These include:

• The Manville Trust: Currently paying approximately 5% of approved values (a stark reminder of why you must file as soon as possible before assets further deplete).
• The Owens Corning/Fibreboard Trust: Still active for those exposed to “Kaylo” insulation products.
• The Babcock & Wilcox Trust: Frequently relevant for those who worked in power plants or on steam-powered equipment.

Most victims qualify for claims against five to ten separate trusts simultaneously. Our firm uses forensic work history reconstruction to identify every single product you touched so we can maximize your payout from every available fund.

If you’re unsure if you have a “million-dollar case,” watch Ralph Manginello break down the criteria we look for here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmMwE7GqUFI

If you have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease in Sanderson or anywhere in Terrell County, call us at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free evaluation of your work history.

Benzene and Chemical Exposure in the West Texas Oilfield

Terrell County sits on the edge of the great energy basins of Texas. While ranching remains a way of life, the oil and gas industry—particularly the massive pipeline networks moving product from the Permian toward the Gulf—has created a different kind of toxic risk: benzene.

How Benzene Triggers Leukemia

Benzene is one of the most widely used industrial chemicals, and it is a natural component of crude oil. If you worked on the drilling rigs, in tank cleaning, or as a petroleum inspector, you were likely inhaling benzene vapors every day.

The medical mechanism of benzene is devastatingly precise. When you inhale benzene, your liver metabolizes it into several toxic compounds, the most dangerous of which is “muconaldehyde.” These metabolites travel through your bloodstream and concentrate in your bone marrow—the “factory” where your body makes blood.

Once in the marrow, benzene metabolites attack the hematopoietic stem cells. They cause specific chromosomal translocations, particularly at the t(8;21) and t(15;17) locations. These mutations turn off the cell’s ability to mature, causing your body to produce large amounts of “blasts” or immature white blood cells. This is the beginning of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets a legal limit for benzene exposure (29 CFR 1910.1028; https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.1028), but scientific evidence suggests that even “compliant” levels of exposure can cause cancer over a career.

As one of our many five-star Google reviewers, Ken Taylor, wrote: “He listened intently, heard my concerns and issues, and immediately began working to protect my rights.” That is the level of dedication we bring to complex oilfield chemical cases.

If you were a roughneck, refinery operator, or pipeline technician and now have a blood cancer diagnosis, we can help you identify the responsible parties—which often includes the equipment manufacturers and chemical suppliers, not just your direct employer.

Pipeline and Construction Injuries in Terrell County

The physical risks to workers in Terrell County are as significant as the toxic ones. Pipeline construction involves deep trenching in unstable desert soil and working at heights with massive equipment.

Trench Collapse and Shoring Failures

A single cubic yard of Terrell County soil can weigh over 3,000 pounds. If a trench is not properly shored, sloped, or shielded according to OSHA standards (29 CFR 1926 Subpart P; https://www.osha.gov/trenching-excavation), a collapse is almost always fatal. When a worker is buried under just two feet of soil, the pressure is so great that they cannot expand their chest to breathe. Death occurs in minutes.

We represent families who have lost loved ones to these completely preventable accidents. We go after the general contractors and project operators who cut corners on safety to meet Permian Basin production deadlines.

Scaffold Falls and Third-Party Liability

On industrial sites, falls are the leading cause of death. Often, an injured worker is told that “Workers’ Comp is all you get.” In Terrell County, that is often a lie. If your fall was caused by a defective scaffold erected by a different subcontractor, or by a safety harness that failed, you have a “third-party claim.”

Third-party claims allow you to recover for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and full lost wages—none of which are fully covered by workers’ comp. Ralph Manginello explains the difference in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SjlIBTJvXTM

The Industry Knowledge Gap: Why Corporate Defendants Lose to Us

Corporate defense firms count on lawyers who don’t understand the industrial landscape of West Texas. They think a “personal injury lawyer” won’t know the difference between a “Christmas tree” on a wellhead and a raffinate splitter in a refinery. They are wrong.

Attorney Lupe Peña’s background as a former insurance defense insider gives us a “spy” on the other side. He knows that these companies often have “spoliation” policies—which is a fancy way of saying they legally shred maintenance and safety records as soon as they are allowed. We move immediately to send “preservation of evidence” letters that stop the shredders from running.

We demand documents including:

• OSHA 300 Logs: To see if other workers were injured at the same Sanderson or Trans-Pecos site.
• Industrial Hygiene Surveys: To prove they knew the asbestos or benzene levels were too high.
• Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): To identify the specific chemical manufacturers who can be sued.

To hear how we investigate these complex facts, listen to Attorney 911 Podcast Episode 34 on using modern technology to document your case: https://share.transistor.fm/s/a42daf06

Agricultural Risks: Roundup and Paraquat in Terrell County

Terrell County’s ranching community faces its own unique toxic threats. For years, glyphosate-based herbicides like Roundup and the restricted-use chemical Paraquat were used across West Texas without adequate warning about their long-term health effects.

Roundup and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

Documentation revealed in the “Monsanto Papers” (https://publications.iarc.who.int/549) shows that the manufacturer knew about the potential for Roundup to cause Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) but spent millions ghostwriting “independent” studies to say the opposite. If you are a Terrell County rancher or farmer diagnosed with NHL after using Roundup, you may be part of a massive national litigation effort that has already resulted in billions in settlements.

Paraquat and Parkinson’s Disease

Paraquat is so toxic that it is banned in many countries, yet it remains a staple in American agriculture. Scientific research (https://aghealth.nih.gov) has established a direct link between Paraquat exposure and the development of Parkinson’s disease. The chemical attacks the dopaminergic neurons in the brain—the same ones that control movement. If your family has a history of Parkinson’s after years on the ranch, the cause may be chemical, not genetic.

Resources for Terrell County Families

We know that Terrell County is remote, and finding specialty medical care can be a challenge. We are committed to helping you find the best resources, even if they require travel to Midland, San Angelo, or beyond.

• Regional Care: For residents near Sanderson, specialist care is often found at the Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo or through providers in Odessa/Midland. For veterans, the Big Spring VA Medical Center provides toxic exposure screenings authorized under the PACT Act.
• World-Class Cancer Care: If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or AML, we strongly recommend seeking a second opinion at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. They are the global leader in treating occupational cancers. https://www.mdanderson.org
• VA PACT Act Benefits: If you served in the military and were exposed to burn pits or other toxins, learn about your presumptive service connection rights here: https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits/

Hablamos Español. Lupe Peña is ready to speak with you in English or Spanish, ensuring that no member of the Terrell County community is left without a voice. You can listen to our series on how immigration status does NOT affect your right to a workplace injury claim on our podcast: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7787dfb4

Frequently Asked Questions for Terrell County Residents

Q: Can I still file a claim if my old employer in Sanderson is out of business?
A: Yes. Most major asbestos and chemical companies were replaced by “successors” or established “bankruptcy trusts.” We have a “corporate genealogy” database that allows us to find the money even if the company name on the building has changed three times.

Q: Will filing a lawsuit affect my Railroad Retirement or VA benefits?
A: No. Civil claims for toxic exposure and personal injury are completely independent of your government or union benefits. In fact, our documentation often helps you get a higher disability rating from the VA or a better pension adjustment.

Q: I was a smoker; can I still sue for asbestos exposure?
A: Absolutely. Smoking does NOT cause mesothelioma. For lung cancer, asbestos and smoking together create a “synergistic” effect—meaning your risk is 50 times higher than a non-smoker. The companies responsible for the asbestos do not get a “free pass” because you smoked.

Q: How much does it cost to start a case with Attorney 911?
A: Zero. We work on a contingency fee basis. We advance all the costs of hiring world-class experts, recovering your Sanderson work records, and filing the lawsuits. If we don’t get you a check, you owe us nothing. Watch Ralph’s explanation of this here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upcI_j6F7Nc

Your Next Steps: Call 1-888-ATTY-911

If you are a worker in Sanderson, Dryden, or anywhere in Terrell County, and you’ve been injured or sickened, the clock is ticking. Evidence is disappearing as sites change owners and older witnesses pass away. Every month you wait is a month that insurance defense teams use to build their case against you.

As Chad Harris shared in his Google review: “A true PITT BULL and fighter. He don’t play! We would not know what we would have done without the help of Atty. Manginello and his team.”

We are ready to bring that level of fight to Sanderson and the Trans-Pecos. We serve clients throughout Terrell County from our principal office in Houston and our regional offices across Texas. We will travel to you in Terrell County to meet with you and your family in the comfort of your home.

Don’t let the corporations that poisoned you win twice by staying silent. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today for a free, no-obligation consultation. The call is free, the advice is expert, and the results could change your family’s future.

Principal Office: Houston, Texas.
Disclaimer: Every case is unique. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or legal advice.

Deep Dive: Tier 1 Case Type — FELA Railroad Injuries in Sanderson

For the better part of a century, Sanderson was the lifeblood of the railroad in the Trans-Pecos. It was a “helper town,” where the Southern Pacific used extra locomotives to push heavy freight over the grueling grades to the west. Because of this, the residents of Terrell County were exposed to industrial hazards on a scale much larger than most rural communities.

The Problem with Asbestos in the Roundhouse

In the 1950s through the late 1970s, the locomotives maintained in Sanderson were wrapped in asbestos. Steam engines used it for lagging on boilers and pipes. When diesel replaced steam, asbestos remained in the brake shoes and electrical components. Every time a worker in Sanderson inspected a braking system or stripped a pipe for repair, they were surrounded by a cloud of microscopic “white dust.”

The railroad companies knew this dust was lethal. As early as 1935, industry leaders were discussing the “evil effects” of asbestos (as detailed in the IARC Monograph on Asbestos: https://publications.iarc.who.int/Book-And-Report-Series/Iarc-Monographs-On-The-Identification-Of-Carcinogenic-Hazards-To-Humans/Arsenic-Metals-Fibres-And-Dusts-2012). Yet, they failed to provide respirators or proper ventilation to the crews in Terrell County.

Your Rights Under FELA

If you or your father worked for the railroad in Terrell County, you aren’t limited by the caps of the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act. FELA (45 U.S.C. § 51) allows for “full and fair” compensation. This means if you can prove the railroad was even 1% responsible for your current lung cancer or mesothelioma, you can recover the entirety of your damages.

Ralph Manginello and his team have the experience to go through historical track and shop records to prove where you were and what you were breathing. We handle the litigation in federal court, often in the Southern District of Texas, where we have decades of experience holding massive carriers like Union Pacific accountable.

To understand how we prove negligence in these decades-old cases, listen to Attorney 911 Podcast Episode 22: https://share.transistor.fm/s/1531ed91

Dual Recovery: FELA + Trust Funds

The beauty of our strategy is that we don’t just stop at the railroad. While we pursue the railroad for their negligence under FELA, we also file claims against the companies that manufactured the asbestos products used on those trains—companies like Johns-Manville and Federal-Mogul. These trusts pay out regardless of your FELA lawsuit outcome.

If you were a railroad worker in the Sanderson yards, call us at 1-888-ATTY-911. We speak the language of the rails, and we know how to make them pay for what they took from you.

Deep Dive: Tier 1 Case Type — Oilfield Pipeliners and Explosions

The pipelines that feed the world start here in the desert. But the companies that own these pipelines often prioritize “flow” over “fellowship” with their workers.

The Mechanics of a Permian Pipeline Injury

Work in Terrell County often involves high-pressure gas lines. We represent the “6G” welders and the pipe-fitting crews who have suffered life-altering injuries from:

• Blowouts and High-Pressure Releases: When a valve fails or a line is not properly de-pressured before hot work, the resulting blast wave travels at over 1,500 feet per second. This causes “barotrauma” to the lungs, ruptures internal organs, and causes catastrophic traumatic brain injuries.
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Poisioning: In the sour gas formations common to some Trans-Pecos drilling, H2S can be lethal in a single breath. If your employer failed to provide functioning “pucks” (personal monitors) or skipped mandatory training, they are liable for your injury.

OSHA’s Process Safety Management standard (29 CFR 1910.119; https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.119) requires these companies to have rigorous mechanical integrity programs. When they fail, it’s not an “accident”—it’s a choice to save money on maintenance at the cost of your life.

Ralph Manginello’s experience in the BP Texas City Refinery litigation—a $2.1 billion total case—taught him exactly how corporations hide maintenance failures. He brings that same “big city” trial expertise to every ranch and pipeline case in Terrell County.

Watch Ralph’s take on refinery and oilfield safety here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YZefHeT8dY

Contact our firm if you’ve been injured on a rig or pipeline project in the Sanderson area. We will find out who owned the site, who managed the safety, and who is responsible for your bills.

Deep Dive: Tier 2 Case Type — Construction Fall and Crush Rights

In Terrell County, construction usually involves heavy infrastructure and earth-moving. The accidents that happen here are rarely “minor.”

Scaffold and Crane Safety

Whether it’s a crane move on a remote site or scaffold work on a new storage facility, the law is clear: the equipment must held responsible for your safety. OSHA requires that a “Competent Person” inspect any scaffold before EVERY shift (29 CFR 1926.451; https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926/1926.451).

In many Trans-Pecos accidents, the employer tries to blame the worker. “He didn’t hook his harness,” or “He stepped where he shouldn’t.” Our associate attorney Lupe Peña, with her years in insurance defense, knows that this is the #1 tactic companies use to avoid paying. We fight back by proving that the equipment was defective or the training was non-existent.

As Eddy Mena wrote in his review: “Melani was outstanding—always responsive, helpful, and patient… Their support and communication truly made a difference.” That’s the support you get when you’re fighting a billion-dollar general contractor.

Third-Party Liability in Rural Construction

If you are injured in Terrell County while working for a subcontractor, you might have a case against the overall Project Owner or the Equipment Rental company. This is “Third-Party Liability.” Because these cases are not subject to the caps of workers’ comp, they are the only way for a family to truly recover enough to pay for a lifetime of care after a spinal injury or TBI.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 and let us investigate the contracts and safety logs of your job site.

Comprehensive FAQ Section for Toxic Exposure and Injury

What is the average mesothelioma settlement in Terrell County?

Every case is different, but national averages for mesothelioma settlements range from $1 million to $1.4 million. Individual verdicts can be much higher—sometimes reaching $5 million to $10 million or more. The value of your case depends on your work history, the specific products we can identify, and the medical expenses you’ve incurred. Ralph Manginello broke down how we value these cases in Podcast Episode 11: https://share.transistor.fm/s/d690a218

Can I sue if I was only exposed for a short time?

Yes. There is NO safe level of asbestos exposure. While a longer duration of exposure increases your risk, even “peak” short-term exposures—such as during a single maintenance shutdown in a Sanderson shop—have been scientifically proven to cause mesothelioma decades later.

What evidence do I need for my toxic exposure case?

The most important evidence is your medical records and your work history. Our team works with you to reconstruct every site you worked at, who your foreman was, and what specific brand of materials (insulation, gaskets, solvents) you used. We also use “B Readers”—NCI-certified radiologists—to prove the presence of fibers in your lungs. Learn more about medical steps in this video featuring Leo Lopez: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SS2zvUDW8k

I am an undocumented worker; do I still have rights in Texas?

Yes. Under both Texas and Federal law, your immigration status has NO bearing on your right to a safe workplace or your right to recover damages if you are injured or sickened. Our firm is proud to represent the diverse workforce of Terrell County. Attorney Magali Candler discusses these rights in detail on our podcast series: https://share.transistor.fm/s/51f6a2e8

How long does a toxic exposure lawsuit take?

Trust fund claims can often be resolved in 6 to 12 months. Full litigation against solvent (non-bankrupt) companies can take 1.5 to 3 years. However, for terminal patients like those with Stage IV mesothelioma, we can file for “Expedited Trial Preference,” which fast-tracks your case so you can see justice in your lifetime.

What if my spouse has already passed away?

You can still file. We handle “Wrongful Death” and “Survival Actions.” A wrongful death claim is for the family’s loss, and a survival action allows you to recover what your spouse COULD have recovered if they were still with us. Many of our clients are the widows and children of workers who were exposed in the 1960s and 70s.

Why shouldn’t I just use a local general lawyer in Sanderson?

Toxic exposure is a highly specialized field. You need a lawyer who has access to private product databases, a network of world-class medical experts, and the financial resources to fight billion-dollar companies for three years. Most local generalists will simply “refer” your case to a mass tort firm and take a cut. When you hire Attorney 911, you get Ralph and Lupe—we litigate our own cases. We have the “big firm” resources with the “small firm” personal touch that treats you like family.

Can I settle out of court?

Over 90% of toxic exposure and injury cases settle before reaching a jury. This is because our thorough investigation (using our spoliation and evidence protocol) makes the case so strong that the insurance companies’ own risk models tell them it’s cheaper to pay you than to face us in court.

Is there a fee if I lose my case?

No. At Attorney 911, we operate on a “contingency fee” model. If we do not win your case, you do not owe us a dime—not for our time, and not for the tens of thousands of dollars we spend on medical experts and research. We take all the risk, so you can focus on your recovery.

How do I get started?

The first step is a simple phone call. We will go through a 15-minute consultation to understand your medical situation and your work history. From there, we can tell you exactly what your options are.

You’ve spent your life being tough and working hard for Terrell County. Now, it’s our turn to be tough and work hard for you. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 and let us get to work.

Protecting Your Future in Sanderson and Beyond

The industrial history of Terrell County is one of pride, but also of corporate neglect. Whether you were breathing asbestos on the railroad, benzene on the pipeline, or silica during West Texas construction, your health was the price paid for their profits.

We don’t believe that’s right. And we know that the “justice system” can feel like it’s built for the wealthy and the powerful. But the truth is that a single Terrell County worker, backed by a firm that knows how to fight, can bring the largest corporation in the world to its knees.

We have earned our 4.9-star rating one client at a time, by treating every Sanderson family like our own. As Glenda Walker wrote in her review: “They make you feel like family… They fought for me to get every dime I deserved. I highly recommend getting in contact with them.”

We are your neighbors. We are your advocates. And we are only one phone call away.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911.
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References & Authoritative Sources:

• OSHA Asbestos Standard: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.1001
• IARC Group 1 Carcinogens: https://monographs.iarc.who.int/list-of-classifications/
• EPA PFAS Strategic Roadmap: https://www.epa.gov/pfas/pfas-strategic-roadmap-epas-commitments-action-2021-2024
• NIOSH Occupational Health Research: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/
• Texas Railroad Commission Rules: https://www.rrc.texas.gov/general-counsel/rules/
• ATSDR Toxicological Profile for Benzene: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp3.pdf
• FELA Statute (45 U.S.C. § 51): https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?path=/prelim@title45/chapter2&edition=prelim
• NCI Mesothelioma Data: https://www.cancer.gov/types/mesothelioma
• Roundup/Glyphosate IARC Assessment: https://publications.iarc.who.int/549
• OSHA Trenching Safety: https://www.osha.gov/trenching-excavation
• ClinicalTrials.gov: https://clinicaltrials.gov
• Texas Dept of Insurance (Workers’ Comp): https://www.tdi.texas.gov/wc/index.html
• MD Anderson Cancer Center: https://www.mdanderson.org
• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: https://www.lls.org

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