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Silicosis is a lung disease caused by prolonged inhalation of fine silica dust, typically from occupations like mining, construction, or sandblasting. If diagnosed with silicosis, you may be entitled to compensation.
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What You Need To Know About Silicosis
When you’re facing a devastating condition like silicosis, you need an experienced and knowledgeable law firm on your side. James F. Humphreys & Associates, L.C. has years of experience gathering evidence and winning claims for victims and family members when workplace exposure has led to the development of deadly diseases.
Silicosis symptoms, similar to mesothelioma symptoms, can take years to present themselves and worsen over time as the lungs develop more scarring. One of the earliest symptoms of the disease is a persistent cough. Other symptoms include:
- Difficulty breathing
- Cough that produces sputum
- Malaise
- Weight loss
- Inflammation and scarring of the lungs
- Fluid in the lungs
- Low blood oxygen levels
- Construction
- Cutting concrete
- Coal mining
- Tunnel working
- Masonry
- Sandblasting
- Glass manufacturing
- Ceramics work
- Steel
- Quarrying
- Stone cutting
How We Can Help You
Don’t assume that it’s too late to bring a claim for compensation for you or your loved one’s silicosis. Learn more about filing a silica exposure lawsuit today. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
We understand our clients’ needs and that this process is difficult. We are here to assist you every step of the way until your claim has been heard and settled. No matter how long ago you or your loved one was exposed, you have a right to have your case reviewed.
