Ohio Edison: Mesothelioma & Asbestos Cancer Claims
Because of the extreme fire hazards at power plants, asbestos insulation was once thought to be the most effective solution to safety risks, and asbestos was regularly installed in the walls, pipes, boilers, electric and most machinery. As a result, many Ohio Edison Power Plant workers may have been exposed to asbestos, possibly inhaling asbestos fibers, and potentially causing serious cancers like mesothelioma.
Thousands of Ohio Edison workers in power plants, especially welders, electricians, pipefitters and maintenance workers were in contact with asbestos insulated areas and are endangered. Ohio Edison workers who were exposed to asbestos fibers may develop scarring in the tissue surrounding the lungs, which is known to lead to asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma.
As such, thousands of former Ohio Edison workers have filed claims against their employers for failing to provide safe work environments and for failing to warn workers of the risks of the workplace.
Nearly any Ohio Power Plant worker could be at risk of developing serious health issues, including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma.
Joe Lyon is a highly-rated asbestos lawyer investigating mesothelioma and lung cancer claims for former Ohio Edison workers. The Firm works nationally and accepts cases on full contingency to eliminate the financial risk from the family.
Asbestos Exposure in Ohio Edison Power Plants
The regular incidence of asbestos-related deaths has been documented globally in the power production industry. A study published by the British Journal of Industrial Medicine concludes that even minimal asbestos exposure experienced by power plant workers “may induce malignant mesothelioma.”
Aside from Ohio Edison facilities being lined with asbestos, power plant workers raised their risk of exposure by wearing asbestos-containing protective clothing, including aprons, gloves and masks. The following asbestos-containing products were commonly used in power plants:
• Fire-resistant clothing
• Insulation in boiler rooms
• Electric cable insulation
• Fire blankets
• Metal mesh blankets
• Pipe insulation
• Welder’s blankets
• Gaskets
A recent study published by the Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology concluded that a vast number of employees in the power generation industry have an increased risk of exposure to asbestos, and may lead to asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Power Plant workers are at “high-risk” the following positions:
• Insulators
• Welders
• Maintenance Crews
• Boiler operators
• Pipefitters
• Machinists
• Mechanics
• Electricians
Symptoms of Mesothelioma
Asbestos-related illnesses may take decades to present, so former Ohio Edison Power Plant workers should remain cognizant of possible signs and symptoms. Mesothelioma, which affects the tissue that surrounds the lungs, causes signs and symptoms that may include:
• Chest pain
• Fatigue
• Painful coughing
• Shortness of breath
• Fever
• Unusual lumps of tissue in the chest
• Weight loss
Ohio Edison Asbestos Lawsuits
Ohio ranks among the top ten states with people likely to develop deadly cancers such as mesothelioma decades after exposure at the workplace. The large number of power plants historically operating in Ohio is a serious health concern.
Lawyers claim management at many power plants knew about the adverse effects of asbestos, and failed to warn employees about the dangers, or provide proper safety equipment. American courts have found several power companies negligent in the past, and more lawsuits are likely to be filed as victims come forward.
Any person who may have been exposed to asbestos at a power plant and subsequently diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer may have a claim . Please contact an experienced asbestos attorney to see if you have a claim.
Ohio Edison Company Locations
- Sammis Plant: Stratton, OH
- Edgewater Plant, Lorain, OH
- RE Burger Plant: Shadyside, OH
- Gorge Station: Akron, OH
- Niles Plant: Niles, OH
- Mad River Station: Springfield, OH
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