During the 1930s, and likely even before, industrial companies became aware of the dangers of asbestos. Although asbestos is a very useful mineral, researchers found that it poses grave danger to human health. Nonetheless, asbestos was indiscriminately used by shipyards during the First and Second World War. Unfortunately, exposure to asbestos can result in mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer that typically affects the lining of the lungs, heart, and abdomen.

Puget Sound Bridge Yards

Puget Sound Bridge Yards (also knonw as Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company) was founded in 1898 and has been permanently closed since 1987. This 18 acre shipyard was located in Seattle, Washington, on Harbor Island. During its operations, Puget Sound Bridge Yards employed thousands of crews to operate and maintain the shipyard and its vessels. In 1959, Puget Sound Bridge Yards was purchased by Lockheed Corporation, thus, its name changed to Lockheed Shipbuilding and Construction Company. It carried the name Lockheed until it closed in 1987.

Currently, the company is still settling disputes for toxic waste cleanup and compensation claims by workers who became sick from exposure to toxic wastes and asbestos fibers.

What are the Dangers of Asbestos?

Asbestos is a very dangerous chemical substance that has been used by construction firms and shipyards.

Asbestos is very dangerous when inhaled in small or large quantities. For years it was believed that only heavy exposure to asbestos could result in disease, but many scientific studies have proven otherwise. Those who were working in shipyards or construction sites that use asbestos, or those who live in building containing large quantities of asbestos are of high risk. They may suffer from mesothelioma, a rare form of lung cancer.

Who is Entitled to Compensation?

If you get sick with mesothelioma, it usually means one you worked for a company that manipulates, uses, or used asbestos. Those who develop asbestos-related disease from toxic conditions at work are entitled to compensation. Even if you worked in a shipyard ages ago as a vessel repair person, you can still claim for damages for developing mesothelioma.

How would you know how much you should receive and if you have a valid and strong case against a company? A mesothelioma lawyer is your greatest ally in these trying times. An experienced mesothelioma lawyer can completely handle the case and explain every legal remedy available. For more information, please fill out the form on the right to receive a comprehensive packet.

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