Pump Station Asbestos Exposure – WV Workers’ Legal Rights

Pump station asbestos exposure in West Virginia has led to serious health consequences for workers and their loved ones. These facilities, vital to water and chemical systems across the state, often used asbestos insulation, gaskets, and pipe coverings well into the 1980s. Unfortunately, this put pipefitters, maintenance workers, engineers, and even clerical staff at risk of developing mesothelioma, asbestosis, or other asbestos-related diseases.

Where Did Asbestos Exposure Occur?

Across West Virginia, pump stations at chemical plants, municipal water facilities, and energy complexes like AEP’s Kammer and Mountaineer plants often contained large amounts of asbestos. This included insulation around:

• High-pressure pumps
• Turbines and valves
• Boilers and steam lines
• Electrical control rooms

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In many cases, routine maintenance—such as changing out a gasket or repairing insulation—released asbestos fibers directly into the air. Even worse, take-home exposure affected wives and children who laundered contaminated work clothing.

Who Is At Risk?

Pump station employees weren’t the only ones at risk. Anyone who worked in or near these stations could be affected, including:

• Pipefitters
• Millwrights
• Insulators
• Laborers
• Electricians
• Engineers
• Supervisors
• Mechanics

If you or a loved one worked in or around a pump station and later developed mesothelioma, you may have a legal claim in West Virginia.

Filing a Claim for Pump Station Asbestos Exposure

You do not have to remember the specific product that caused the exposure. Our firm has handled thousands of asbestos claims, many involving pump station equipment and known asbestos manufacturers.

Time is limited. West Virginia law imposes strict deadlines for filing asbestos-related claims, and companies often destroy old records to avoid liability. If you’re considering action, the best time to start is now.

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Get Legal Help for Pump Station Asbestos Exposure

If you or a family member suffered due to pump station asbestos exposure, you are not alone. Attorney Lee W. Davis has decades of experience helping West Virginia families navigate the legal process and secure compensation for medical costs, lost income, and wrongful death.

👉 Call (412) 781-0525 or use the form below to get started with a free consultation.