How were boilermakers exposed to asbestos?

Boilermakers worked around boilers, turbines, and high-heat equipment insulated with asbestos-containing materials. Cutting or disturbing this insulation created deadly dust that workers inhaled over years on the job.

Can I file a claim if I worked at Weirton Steel?

Yes. Boilermakers and other tradesmen at Weirton Steel were frequently exposed to asbestos. If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer, you may qualify for compensation through trusts or active litigation.

What if my family member was exposed through my clothing?

This is called take-home exposure. If a spouse or child developed mesothelioma from handling contaminated clothing, a separate claim may be available under West Virginia law.

Boilermaker Mesothelioma Lawyer | Weirton, WV Legal Help

Legal Help for West Virginia Tradesmen and Their Families

If you’re searching for a boilermaker mesothelioma lawyer in West Virginia, you may already know the devastating cost of asbestos exposure. Boilermakers were routinely exposed to asbestos while repairing boilers, turbines, and heat exchangers at sites across the state. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may be entitled to compensation — and you’re not alone.

At the Law Office of Lee W. Davis, we offer experienced, compassionate representation for boilermakers and other tradesmen who were exposed to asbestos on the job. A dedicated boilermaker mesothelioma lawyer can help you understand your options — and pursue justice before it’s too late.

🔧 How Boilermakers Were Exposed to Asbestos in West Virginia

Boilermakers were among the hardest-hit trades in the state when it comes to occupational asbestos exposure. These skilled workers:

Repaired or installed high-temperature boilers, heat exchangers, and tanks
Handled asbestos insulation, pipe covering, gaskets, and refractory materials
Cut or removed asbestos lagging and cement, which released dangerous dust
Worked in tight, poorly ventilated areas during shutdowns and turnarounds

Major exposure sites for boilermakers include:

Weirton Steel
Koppers Co. (Follansbee and Clairton)
AEP Mitchell and Kammer Power Plants
PPG Industries in Natrium
Union Carbide in Institute, WV

⚖️ Who’s Legally Responsible?

If you worked as a boilermaker and later developed mesothelioma, the companies that supplied, manufactured, or failed to warn you about asbestos-containing materials may be held liable.

This includes:

Asbestos product manufacturers
Plant operators and contractors
Equipment suppliers
Jobsite owners who failed to implement safety measures

In many cases, these companies knew the risks — and continued to expose workers without warning.

💼 Why You Need a Boilermaker Mesothelioma Lawyer

We work with former boilermakers and their families to:

Investigate your exposure history (even from 30+ years ago)
Locate jobsite evidence and product identification
File claims against bankrupt asbestos trust funds or active defendants
Pursue wrongful death claims on behalf of families

There is no cost to speak with us, and we only get paid if compensation is recovered.

🧬 Take-Home Asbestos Exposure: Families at Risk

Boilermakers often came home with asbestos fibers embedded in their clothing, boots, and lunchboxes. Spouses and children who shook out laundry or hugged workers after shifts are now being diagnosed with mesothelioma — decades later.

If a family member of a boilermaker was diagnosed with mesothelioma, visit our Take-Home Asbestos Case page to learn more.

🕒 Don’t Wait — Statutes of Limitation Apply

Mesothelioma lawsuits in West Virginia are subject to strict filing deadlines. In many cases, you have two years from the date of diagnosis or death to bring a claim — sometimes even less.

You worked hard. You didn’t know the danger. Now the companies that did must be held accountable.

📞 Speak With a Boilermaker Mesothelioma Lawyer Today

Call 412-781-0525 or fill out the form below to start your free consultation. We serve clients throughout West Virginia, including Wheeling, Weirton, Moundsville, Follansbee, and the Ohio River Valley.

🔁 Related Resource

👉 Take-Home Asbestos Case Lawyer — Helping families exposed through contaminated work clothing

Speak With a Boilermaker Mesothelioma Lawyer Today

If you worked as a boilermaker in West Virginia and were diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer, you may be entitled to compensation. Fill out the form below to speak directly with a boilermaker mesothelioma lawyer. Your consultation is free, confidential, and there is no fee unless we recover money for you.

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