Workers and families exposed to asbestos in local plants, steel mills, foundries, and chemical facilities may qualify for compensation. A Beaver County Asbestos Lawyer can help you pursue claims against manufacturers, contractors, and—under Tooey—employers who allowed exposure outside the Workers’ Compensation bar.
For more than 35 years, I’ve represented Western Pennsylvania workers across Aliquippa, Ambridge, Monaca, Beaver Falls, Midland, and Conway. If you or a loved one has mesothelioma or asbestos-related cancer, time is limited to file.
Mesothelioma/Asbestos Legal Help – WV, MI & PA
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Beaver County Asbestos Lawyer – Where Exposure Occurred
Beaver County’s economy was built on heavy industry, and with it came widespread asbestos use. Major sources include:
- J&L / LTV Aliquippa Works
- ARMCO Steel
- Beaver Valley Power Station
- St. Joe Lead / Zinc Plants
- Babcock & Wilcox (Beaver Falls)
- Boiler rooms, pump houses, turbine decks
- Machine shops, forging shops, foundry pouring floors
Insulators, millwrights, pipefitters, boilermakers, electricians, and maintenance workers were exposed daily. Family members faced take-home exposure from contaminated work clothes.
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Claims a Beaver County Asbestos Lawyer Can File
You may be eligible to pursue:
1. Product Liability Claims
Against manufacturers of:
- gaskets
- pumps
- turbines
- insulation
- pipe covering
- refractory materials
These claims are independent of any employer involvement.
2. Employer Liability Claims (Tooey v. AK Steel)
Pennsylvania allows mesothelioma lawsuits against employers when:
- the disease manifests more than 300 weeks after exposure (asbestos diseases always do)
- Workers’ Compensation exclusivity does not apply
If your exposure occurred at J&L Aliquippa or another large mill, this pathway may be open if there are still viable decendants of the original employer.
3. Asbestos Trust Fund Claims
Many responsible manufacturers went bankrupt. A Beaver County Asbestos Lawyer can file with multiple trusts simultaneously.
4. Wrongful Death Claims
If a loved one passed away from mesothelioma or lung cancer, the estate can recover damages.
Symptoms That Should Trigger Immediate Action
- chronic cough
- shortness of breath
- chest pain
- fluid buildup around lungs
- weight loss
- persistent fatigue
Early legal action preserves evidence and protects your claim.
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If you worked in Beaver County industry—or a family member brought asbestos fibers home—call 412-781-0525 for a free case review.
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FAQs – Beaver County Asbestos Lawyer
Can I sue my former employer in Beaver County?
Yes. Under Tooey v. AK Steel, mesothelioma and similar long-latency diseases fall outside the Workers’ Compensation bar. You can file a direct civil suit.
What if my exposure came from a family member’s work clothes?
Take-home asbestos exposure claims are recognized in Pennsylvania. You may qualify even if you never worked in a plant.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Generally 2 years from diagnosis or discovery. Wrongful-death claims must be filed within 2 years of the date of death.
Do I need to live in Beaver County?
No. Your claim is based on where the exposure occurred, not where you currently reside.
Mesothelioma/Asbestos Legal Help – WV, MI & PA
Speak directly with attorney Lee W. Davis. No call centers. Free, confidential review.