Asbestos has left a devastating legacy in Nebraska. For decades, Nebraskans have faced the grim reality of asbestos exposure and the life-altering consequences it brings. At Throneberry Law Group, we stand with the victims and families affected by mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. Our mission is to fight for justice and ensure that those responsible for this harm are held accountable.
Companies and Products Linked to Asbestos Exposure in Nebraska
Many Nebraskans have been exposed to asbestos through their workplaces, homes, and communities. Some of the companies and products that have contributed to asbestos exposure in Nebraska include:
- Union Pacific Railroad: For years, Union Pacific used asbestos extensively in its rail facilities, shops, and rail cars, putting railroad workers at high risk of exposure. Asbestos was used in insulation, brake linings, gaskets, and other components.
- Omaha Public Power District (OPPD): OPPD’s power plants, like the North Omaha Station and Nebraska City Station, used asbestos in boilers, turbines, generators, and other equipment. Many OPPD workers were exposed to asbestos on the job.
- Western Mineral Products Zonolite Plant: This Omaha plant processed vermiculite ore contaminated with asbestos from Libby, Montana, from 1951 to 1989. Plant workers and residents of the surrounding community were exposed to hazardous asbestos dust.
- Omaha Steel Casting Company: Foundry workers at this steel plant were exposed to asbestos used in insulation, protective gear, and other materials. The extreme heat in foundries made asbestos exposure especially dangerous.
What Nebraskans Need to Know About Asbestos and Mesothelioma
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma in Nebraska, it is critical to understand your rights. Here are some key facts:
- Mesothelioma and other asbestos illnesses often develop 20-50 years after initial exposure. Even if your asbestos exposure was decades ago, you may still be at risk.
- Asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma. If you have mesothelioma, you were almost certainly exposed to asbestos, likely at work or through a contaminated product.
- Nebraska law allows mesothelioma victims to seek compensation from the companies responsible for their asbestos exposure. You may be entitled to payment for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
- Family members of mesothelioma victims may also have legal rights. Spouses can file for loss of consortium, and family members who lost a loved one to mesothelioma may have a wrongful death claim.
Going through the legal system while battling a devastating illness like mesothelioma can feel overwhelming. An experienced Nebraska mesothelioma attorney can help you investigate your asbestos exposure, identify the companies at fault, and pursue the compensation you and your family deserve.
Get the Help You Need From Nebraska Mesothelioma Lawyers Who Care
At Throneberry Law Group, we have made it our life’s work to fight for mesothelioma victims and their families in Nebraska and across the country. We understand the immense physical, emotional, and financial toll of asbestos illnesses, and we are here to shoulder the legal burden so you can focus on your health and your loved ones.
Do not wait to seek help. Contact the compassionate advocates at Throneberry Law Group for a free consultation today.
