Mesothelioma Occupations

Workers from a wide range of industries and trades were unfairly or unknowingly exposed to asbestos. This exposure can cause a range of asbestos-related disease, including lung cancer and mesothelioma.

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Asbestos in the Workplace

The following list contains some of the occupations that commonly work with asbestos-containing products.

  • Aircraft Mechanics
  • Air Force Veterans
  • Auto Mechanics
  • Boilermakers
  • Bricklayers
  • Carpenters
  • Coal Miners
  • Construction Workers
  • Electricians
  • Firefighters
  • Insulators
  • Iron Workers
  • Machinists
  • Navy Veterans
  • HVAC Technicians
  • Oil Refinery Workers
  • Painters
  • Paper Mill Workers
  • Phone Company Workers
  • Pipefitters
  • Plasterers and Drywall Finishers
  • Plumbers
  • Power Plant Workers
  • Railroad Workers
  • Roofers
  • Shipbuilders
  • Ship Scrappers
  • Steel Workers
  • Tile Setters
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The Facts

  • Nearly 3,000 Americans are diagnosed with mesothelioma every year.
  • Mesothelioma is caused by asbestos exposure.
  • Occupational exposure to asbestos is the most common cause of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases.
  • Since the early 20th century, millions of American workers have been exposed to asbestos.
  • Overall evidence suggests there is no safe level of asbestos exposure.

Mesothelioma Lawsuit Results

$12 Million

Industry: Laborer
Location: Illinois

$8 Million

Industry: Pipefitter and plumber
Location: Texas

$7 Million

Industry: Installer
Location: California

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