Asbestos Products
AC & S manufactured or distributed the following types of asbestos-containing products:
- Asbestos-containing materials
- Industrial products
Workers who manufactured, installed, repaired, or removed these products may have been exposed to asbestos fibers.
Worker Exposure
Employees at AC & S facilities, as well as workers in trades that used their products, faced asbestos exposure. High-risk groups include:
- Plant workers — Employees who manufactured asbestos products
- Installers — Tradespeople who installed the company's products
- Maintenance workers — Those who repaired or maintained equipment using these products
- Demolition workers — Workers who removed old asbestos materials
Health Risks
Exposure to asbestos from AC & S products can cause serious diseases that appear decades later:
- Mesothelioma — Aggressive cancer of the lung, abdominal, or heart lining
- Lung cancer — Risk increases significantly with asbestos exposure
- Asbestosis — Scarring of lung tissue causing breathing difficulty
- Pleural disease — Thickening or scarring of the lung lining
Legal Options
If you were exposed to AC & S products and have developed mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, you may have legal options for compensation. These can include:
- Personal injury lawsuits — Claims against the company
- Product liability claims — Based on dangerous product manufacturing
- Negligence claims — For failing to warn about known dangers
Documenting Your Exposure
To pursue compensation, you'll need to document your exposure to AC & S products. Helpful evidence includes:
- Employment records showing job sites and dates
- Co-worker testimony about products used
- Product invoices, shipping records, or specifications
- Photos of products or packaging
- Medical records confirming diagnosis
An experienced mesothelioma attorney can help investigate your exposure history and gather necessary evidence.