Mesothelioma and Koppers Coke Plant in Follansbee, West Virginia have a long history. If you or a loved one worked at Koppers in Follansbee West Virginia at the former Wheeling Pitt Coke Plant and has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma Lee can help. Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer that is caused by exposure to asbestos. Koppers Company operated a plant in Follansbee, West Virginia, where workers were exposed to asbestos. As a result, some of these workers developed mesothelioma, which can take decades to manifest symptoms. Legal action has been taken against Koppers for failing to protect workers from asbestos exposure.
Koppers Company in Follansbee, West Virginia closed in 2001, after operating for nearly 100 years. The plant was primarily focused on producing coal tar pitch, a key component in the production of aluminum, graphite, and other materials. The plant faced numerous challenges, including increased competition and declining demand for coal tar pitch. Additionally, the company faced significant legal and financial challenges related to asbestos exposure, as workers who had developed mesothelioma from exposure to asbestos sued the company for damages. These factors, combined with aging infrastructure and equipment, ultimately led to the closure of the Koppers plant in Follansbee.
Don’t let the companies that caused your suffering get away with it. Contact Lee today for a free consultation. Lee has been fighting for the rights of mesothelioma victims for over 25 years. We know the companies that exposed workers to asbestos and we know how to hold them accountable. It is important to talk to an experienced Mesothelioma Lawyer, Call Lee Davis now for a Free No Obligation, In Depth Case Call Lee at 412-781-0525 or email Lee directly at ldavis@leewdavis.com.