North Dakota Asbestos Victims - Seeking Compensation for Lung Cancer

North Dakota is known for its miles of breathtaking scenery as well as its oil and gas production. Unfortunately, oil refineries often used asbestos products, leaving workers vulnerable to a host of dangerous and even deadly diseases. Those living in the Peace Garden State may discover the effects of asbestos exposure decades after that exposure took place. If you or a loved one have recently been diagnosed with lung cancer that could be linked to asbestos, the North Dakota attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help you pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

There were 738 asbestos-related deaths in North Dakota between 1999 and 2017. Of that number, 138 victims were diagnosed with a rare form of cancer known as mesothelioma. Another 552 were diagnosed with non-mesothelioma lung cancer. For every person who died as a result of asbestos exposure, hundreds more were left behind to pick up the pieces of their lives after losing someone they loved. Our team of attorneys work hard to protect the rights of victims of negligent asbestos exposure in North Dakota. Contact us today at 800-862-1260 to schedule your free case review. We have English- and Spanish-speaking professionals available to you 24/7.

The American Cancer Society cites many studies that have shown inhaling asbestos fibers increases a person’s risk for lung cancer. The studies encompass all types of asbestos, and indicate that the greater the exposure, the higher the risk. In addition to its use in oil drilling, asbestos has also been used as insulation in buildings, and in the manufacturing of a variety of products.

Asbestos fibers are very strong and heat-resistant, making them an attractive industrial material. However, those same qualities are what make asbestos deadly as well. If someone inhales fibers into their lungs, those fibers remain in the body and eventually cause scarring. Scarring can turn into a malignancy over time and the unsuspecting victim is diagnosed with lung cancer many years after the initial exposure took place.

Although the risks associated with asbestos exposure have been known for decades, the material is not banned in the United States. It is highly regulated, and North Dakota has established its own asbestos regulations in accordance with the US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Despite those regulations, residents may still be at risk for North Dakota asbestos lung cancer, due to factors such as:

• Oil drilling that used asbestos drilling mud in the 60s, 70s, and 80s
• Older homes and buildings that still contain asbestos material in their insulation
• Flooding in Minot and surrounding areas in 2011 that spread asbestos through floodwater
• Hazardous levels of asbestos found at the Robinson Insulation Plant through 1983

Asbestos negligence claims are complex and require an experienced professional who knows how to trace the path of exposure, calculate your losses accurately, and aggressively negotiate for the fair compensation you deserve. If the case needs to go to court, your legal team needs to be ready to protect your rights and fight for justice. Choose your legal representation carefully, looking for a lawyer with extensive experience in asbestos cases. Check out reviews from previous clients to learn how they were cared for in similar situations.

It’s not enough to receive compensation for medical bills, although those expenses can add up quickly. You also suffered from lost wages while you or your loved one was unable to work. The pain and suffering caused by a lung cancer diagnosis, as well as the loss of someone dear to you, also deserves compensation. While a settlement can’t bring back your loved one, it can relieve the financial strain their death likely left behind.

When you or someone you love is diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer, you have a limited time to file a lawsuit under the statutory deadlines. Don’t wait to contact the attorneys at Carabin Shaw and start pursuing the compensation you are entitled to today. We offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, which means we don’t get paid until you do. Contact our firm now at 800-862-1260.

For more information:

• Asbestos Nation
• American Cancer Society
• EPA
• OSHA