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Recent legal victories have brought national attention to the severe health risks of artificial stone fabrication, with workers suffering from accelerated silicosis, a fatal lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust. Over $78 million in settlements and verdicts have been awarded to individuals who developed this preventable illness after years of exposure while cutting and fabricating engineered stone slabs used for countertops and commercial surfaces.
These lawsuits reveal that manufacturers of artificial stone failed to protect workers, despite knowing the high levels of silica in their products pose an extreme health hazard. The industry-wide failure to prevent exposure has led to life-threatening illnesses, forcing many affected workers to undergo lung transplants or suffer permanent respiratory damage.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with silicosis after working with artificial stone, you may be entitled to compensation. Call 800-968-7529 for a free case evaluation.
Artificial stone contains up to 95% silica, far higher than the levels found in natural stone. When these slabs are cut, polished, or fabricated, they release microscopic silica dust particles, which can be inhaled deep into the lungs. Over time, exposure causes scarring and lung failure, leading to accelerated silicosis, an incurable disease that worsens rapidly.
Many workers develop severe breathing problems at a young age, requiring oxygen support, lung transplants, or palliative care. Even though safety regulations require wet-cutting techniques and respirators, studies show that no method fully eliminates silica dust exposure, making artificial stone an unavoidable hazard in the workplace.
Despite these alarming statistics, manufacturers continue to sell artificial stone products without adequate warnings or safety measures. The recent verdicts and settlements send a strong message that workers’ lives must take priority over corporate profits.
Workers who have been diagnosed with silicosis after years of fabricating artificial stone surfaces may be able to file a product liability lawsuit against the manufacturers, suppliers, and employers responsible for their exposure.
These lawsuits seek to hold companies accountable for:
Many workers diagnosed with silicosis are facing lifelong medical complications and are unable to continue working due to severe respiratory failure. A lawsuit can help victims recover compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Filing a silicosis lawsuit requires extensive medical evidence and proof of exposure. Companies that manufacture artificial stone will deny responsibility, making it critical for workers to have experienced legal representation to fight for the compensation they deserve.
An attorney can help by:
The recent $78 million in verdicts and settlements show that workers are winning legal battles against artificial stone companies, but time is limited to file a claim. Those affected should act quickly to protect their rights.
Workers suffering from silicosis due to artificial stone exposure deserve justice. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with lung disease after years of stone fabrication work, legal action may be the only way to hold manufacturers accountable and secure financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and future care. Contact us by calling 800-968-7529 for a free consultation or visit parkerwaichman. to learn more about your legal rights. Regardless of your location or where your injury occurred, our nationwide product injury law firm is ready to assist you.
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