Georgia Electricians Mesothelioma Lawyer

Electricians Mesothelioma Attorney in Georgia

Workers in various fields in Georgia have faced asbestos exposure on the job, but electricians are at especially high risk. Workplaces like power plants, factories, and mills owned by Georgia-Pacific are just a few of the high-risk workplaces in the state. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma after working as an electrician, you need to consult a Georgia electricians’ mesothelioma lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your legal options.

Representing Georgia Electricians in Mesothelioma Cases

The Georgia mesothelioma lawyers at Wallace & Graham, PA have decades of experience representing clients in a wide range of mesothelioma cases, and we have helped many electricians with their mesothelioma claims in Georgia. Many attorneys do not accept these cases because of the volume of work they require, so we are confident we can provide unmatched representation for your mesothelioma case.

Asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma. While asbestos is no longer used as widely as it was in previous years, about 3,000 new mesothelioma cases are diagnosed every year in the US because of asbestos exposure that happened many years ago. Electricians may encounter asbestos when working inside walls, crawlspaces, and utility rooms, especially in older buildings.

Building Your Mesothelioma Case in Georgia

One of the most challenging aspects of any mesothelioma case is proving the most likely source of exposure. It often takes decades for mesothelioma to cause noticeable symptoms, so it could be that you were exposed many years ago and need to determine the most likely time and place. Your Georgia electricians’ mesothelioma attorney can review employment records and other evidence to help you narrow down the most likely source of exposure.

If you were exposed at your current job, you may qualify to file a workers’ compensation claim through your employer. Workers’ compensation insurance may cover medical expenses and a portion of your lost income. You may also qualify to file a claim to a mesothelioma injury trust fund, and your attorney can guide you through this process.

Alternatively, you could have grounds to file a personal injury claim for asbestos exposure against a specific defendant. Wallace & Graham, PA has helped clients nationwide file personal injury cases for mesothelioma against employers, property owners, manufacturers, and various other defendants, so we are confident we can provide unmatched representation in this type of personal injury case.

Mesothelioma is a terminal diagnosis. The average five-year relative survival rate for all stages is only 15%, and treatment can only mitigate symptoms and slow the disease’s progression. Ultimately, receiving any terminal diagnosis is devastating for any family. Your Georgia electricians’ mesothelioma lawyer can help you determine your most viable legal options in this difficult situation.

The team at Wallace & Graham, PA, is ready to assist with your mesothelioma case. We have helped many electricians in Georgia and other states with these difficult cases and will apply this experience to your case. You have a limited time to build your asbestos exposure case, so contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a Georgia electricians’ mesothelioma lawyer.