Roofers and Asbestos Exposure
For decades, roofers experienced heavy occupational asbestos exposure through asbestos roof shingles, adhesives, roofing felt, and other materials. Although asbestos is no longer used today, roofers still contract mesothelioma from past asbestos exposure in roofing, and they may still be exposed to asbestos while repairing or removing older roofs.
Our knowledgeable and compassionate asbestos exposure attorneys can help you recover substantial compensation if you develop an illness due to roofer asbestos exposure. Contact us online or call (618) 659-9833 to schedule a free consultation.
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- If you have ever worked in the roofing industry, you may have been exposed to asbestos while installing, repairing, or removing asbestos roofs, resulting in a heightened risk of mesothelioma.
- You may be entitled to significant compensation if you or your loved one contracted an asbestos-related illness as a result of exposure to asbestos in roofing.
- Family members of roofers also risk developing mesothelioma due to secondary asbestos exposure, which occurs when an exposed roofer carries asbestos fibers home.
- Our award-winning mesothelioma lawyers have been litigating mesothelioma claims for over 20 years. With over $4 billion in compensation recovered, we are ready to fight for you.
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- Compensation Options Available to Roofers Diagnosed With Asbestos Diseases
- Asbestos Exposure Risks for Roofers
- Why Choose The Gori Law Firm for Your Roofer Mesothelioma Claim?
- If You Developed an Asbestos-Related Disease After Working as a Roofer, You May Be Entitled to Compensation
- Roofer Asbestos Exposure FAQs
Compensation Options Available to Roofers Diagnosed With Asbestos Diseases
You may be entitled to compensation through a lawsuit and an asbestos trust fund claim. Through a mesothelioma lawsuit, we can help you pursue damages for things like:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Household services
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of function
- Punitive damages
If your loved one died due to an asbestos-related illness, you may also be entitled to compensation through a mesothelioma wrongful death lawsuit. Wrongful death damages may include loss of lifetime income, medical expenses, your loved one’s pain and suffering, punitive damages, loss of companionship, and more.
You must generally file a lawsuit for mesothelioma and wrongful death against asbestos product manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. However, some companies declared bankruptcy in response to asbestos lawsuits.
Though you cannot sue these companies, you can file a claim through an asbestos trust fund, which many companies established in exchange for bankruptcy protection. Among other things, trust fund payouts may include compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and wrongful death.
Punitive damages may also be available in lawsuits involving serious misbehavior by defendants. Our skilled mesothelioma attorneys can review your case and determine which types of claims and damages you are eligible for.
Asbestos Exposure Risks for Roofers
Asbestos in the construction industry used to be very common. It was used in a variety of roofing products to provide insulation, increase the durability of materials, improve the performance of compounds, and resist moisture. Though asbestos is no longer used in roofing, roofers who worked before 1990 may have encountered asbestos in asphalt roof shingles, asbestos roof tiles, corrugated cement shingles, metal flashing, roofing felt, adhesives, sealants, soffit, and fascia panels.
Roofers who provide roof repairs, roof replacements, or demolitions on older buildings may still be exposed to asbestos today. Roofing workers in the following occupations have a heightened risk of mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure:
- Commercial roofing
- Residential roofing
- Apartment roofing
- Roofing supervision
- Shingling
- Metal roofing
- Single-ply roofing
- Roofing removal
- Roofing material manufacturing
Why Choose The Gori Law Firm for Your Roofer Mesothelioma Claim?
When you choose the Gori Law Firm, our team will work closely with you to fight for fair and full compensation. You can count on us to provide the compassionate, personalized attention you deserve when you or your loved one receives a mesothelioma diagnosis.
With 20 years of experience litigating mesothelioma cases, we have found that working as a team gets our clients the best possible outcomes. We have recovered over $4 billion in high-value case results, including numerous multimillion verdicts and settlements.
We are a law firm that cares. We have donated over $3.5 million to more than 300 non-profits and work with organizations dedicated to ending asbestos exposure and mesothelioma. When you allow us to review your mesothelioma case, we will donate to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation. Contact us today to schedule your free mesothelioma case review.
If You Developed an Asbestos-Related Disease After Working as a Roofer, You May Be Entitled to Compensation
A mesothelioma diagnosis is devastating to victims and their families. The companies and manufacturers responsible for your asbestos exposure may owe you substantial legal compensation. Do not wait to get high-quality legal advice about your mesothelioma case before crucial deadlines pass. Call (618) 659-9833 or contact us online to schedule your free mesothelioma case review.
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Roofer Asbestos Exposure FAQs
How Can I Prove That My Asbestos Exposure Happened on the Job as a Roofer?
Proving an asbestos exposure claim is a complex process that requires an in-depth investigation. You will need employment records and evidence that your employer used materials known to contain asbestos. Important evidence may also include your employer’s inventory history showing where they obtained their asbestos products. If you were exposed while working on older roofs, you may need records from the company that originally constructed these buildings.
Our experienced occupational asbestos exposure lawyers know how to gather evidence and already have significant documentation from many of the companies responsible for asbestos exposure. We can identify the companies responsible for your sickness and obtain the necessary evidence to build a strong claim on your behalf.
How Long Do I Have to File a Roofer Asbestos Exposure Claim?
You must file your roofer asbestos exposure case before the deadline set by the statute of limitations for mesothelioma lawsuits in your state. If you miss the deadline, your claim will be dismissed, and you will lose your right to recover compensation that was rightfully yours.
In most states, you have one to three years from the date of diagnosis or death to file your lawsuit. However, this number varies. Other deadlines also apply for asbestos trust fund claims. Contact our skilled asbestos attorneys today to ensure your claim is filed on time.
Are Family Members of Roofers Also at Risk for Asbestos Exposure?
If you ever lived with a roofer who was exposed to asbestos, they may have unknowingly carried asbestos fibers home. Asbestos exposure is possible from hugging, laundering contaminated clothing, asbestos fiber circulation in air conditioning, and many other sources. These types of secondary asbestos exposure increase your family’s risk of developing mesothelioma.
How Long Does It Take to Resolve a Roofer Asbestos Exposure Case?
The time required to resolve an asbestos exposure case varies based on the types of claims you can file, the investigative work required, the defendants’ willingness to pay fair compensation, and the skill of your attorney. At Gori Law, we have investigated hundreds of asbestos defendants and can use information from past cases to help you recover compensation sooner. We resolve most claims within 12 to 18 months. Trust fund claims can often be resolved within 90 days. Act now to protect your rights — file your mesothelioma claim today.
