Workers in many industries have historically faced a risk of asbestos exposure on the job, and machinists are particularly vulnerable to this exposure. Asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma, so if you have been diagnosed with this cancer, you will need to determine when and where you were exposed. An Alabama machinists’ mesothelioma lawyer at Wallace & Graham, PA is an invaluable resource after your diagnosis.

The Alabama mesothelioma lawyers at Wallace & Graham, PA have years of experience representing clients who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma after working in various high-risk industries. Mesothelioma is an incurable and terminal diagnosis, and it is crucial to understand your legal options if you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with this disease.
Mesothelioma is not a common diagnosis; only about 3,000 new cases are identified in the US each year. However, this disease often takes years or decades after asbestos exposure to cause noticeable symptoms, making it very challenging to accurately determine the source of exposure. Our team will work diligently to help you prove how you were exposed to asbestos during your time working as a machinist in Alabama.
Time is a crucial factor in any mesothelioma case. Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form of this disease that forms in the lungs, and the five-year relative survival rate for localized pleural mesothelioma is only 23%. Cancer treatments can help keep symptoms manageable and slow the disease’s progression, but this is ultimately an incurable and terminal condition. You have a short time to pursue accountability with a mesothelioma case.
Machinists could be exposed to asbestos when handling certain materials, while cutting or grinding materials used in their operations, or from working in older manufacturing facilities that contain asbestos insulation. Your Alabama machinists’ mesothelioma attorney at Wallace & Graham, PA can review your employment records and other evidence to deduce the most likely cause of the asbestos exposure that led to your mesothelioma diagnosis.
If you were exposed to asbestos at your current job, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits through your employer. If you were exposed many years ago and the party responsible is no longer operating, they may have been required to establish a mesothelioma trust fund, and your Alabama machinists’ mesothelioma attorney can help you determine your eligibility.
You could also have grounds to file a personal injury case against an employer, property owner, product manufacturer, or other defendant responsible for your exposure. Success with your case may enable you to recover compensation for medical bills, lost income, and your pain and suffering, but it’s crucial to have an experienced attorney handling your case to increase your chances of reaching a favorable outcome.
The team at Wallace & Graham, PA can help you determine your legal options after receiving this life-changing diagnosis. There is no upfront cost to hire our firm; we only charge a fee after we recover compensation for you. There is also no cost for you to speak with us about your case, so contact us today and schedule your free, no-obligation consultation with an experienced Alabama machinists’ mesothelioma lawyer.