Asbestos Worker Trapped by Falling Debris

A roof collapse in Plattsburgh, New York, trapped a construction worker, injuring the man and requiring him to be rushed to the hospital once rescue personnel were finally able to pull him from the rubble. Why was he trapped? The construction worker, a specialist in asbestos removal, was working along with co-workers to dismantle a former shopping center known as Ames Plaza. Tragically, the dismantling got out of control, resulting in the roof collapse.

Falling debris is one of many occupational health risks that asbestos removal workers face. The greatest risk is the threat of exposure to asbestos and the cancer, known as pleural mesothelioma, which results from asbestos ingestion or inhalation.

Does your loved one work in asbestos removal? They may have sustained injuries - including asbestos exposure - as a result of their work. The risks they face are unique. They need a law firm capable of handling the unique legal rights that emerge from those risks. That's why the asbestos specialists at Fears | Nachawati are the right attorneys for your family! For a free consultation, call 1.866.705.7584 or email info@fnlawfirm.com.