Indiana Mesothelioma Lawyers

The mesothelioma lawyers at the Simmons firm represent victims of mesothelioma cancer throughout the United States including the state of Indiana. We have represented thousands of families affected by mesothelioma and asbestos-related cancer and have seen the suffering it causes firsthand. The Simmons firm is dedicated to giving our clients the respect and attention they deserve, no matter where they live. If you or someone you love has mesothelioma, we will come to you. Over the past decade, we've represented many clients throughout Indiana, including the cities of:

• Anderson
• Fort Wayne
• Gary
• Indianapolis
• La Porte
• Marion
• Richmond
• South Bend

As a nationwide firm, our asbestos attorneys have the resources and experience necessary to represent individuals and families against large companies in this complex area of litigation. Our firm has recovered over $3 billion in verdicts and settlements for thousands of families dealing with mesothelioma. Our lawyers have recovered $77 million for mesothelioma victims in the state of Indiana alone.*

You should know that Indiana has a unique set of laws that could impact your ability to file a claim. For example, Indiana has statute of limitation laws that restrict the time frame in which mesothelioma victims and family members can file a lawsuit. Rest assured our mesothelioma lawyers are prepared to help you understand the process for filing an asbestos lawsuit and guide you through the legal system. Contact the Simmons firm if you have a question about a potential case.

If you have mesothelioma or lung cancer due to asbestos exposure, please contact our mesothelioma lawyers for a free case evaluation.

An Introduction to Asbestos and Mesothelioma

Asbestos is a deadly mineral that has been used in thousands of products. When microscopic asbestos fibers are inhaled or ingested, they can cause a number of diseases, including mesothelioma and lung cancer. Of the diseases caused by asbestos, mesothelioma is the most aggressive, attacking the internal lining of the lungs and abdomen. Mesothelioma typically does not develop until decades after the asbestos exposure occurred.

Asbestos Exposure in Indiana

A number of work sites throughout Illinois are linked to asbestos exposure including:

East Chicago
Inland Steel Mill
Inland Steel Corporation
U.S. Reduction Plant
Indiana Harbor
Inland Steel Company
Union Carbide Chemical Plant

Evansville
General Mills
Southern Indiana Gas & Electric
ALCOA Plant
Refinery
Indiana Power Plant

Gary
National Tube Company Plant
Bethlehem Steel Mill
U.S. Steel Mill
United States Steel Corp.

Indianapolis
General Motors Plant
Indiana Power & Light Power Plant
Fort Ben Harrison
Chrysler Motors
Western Electric
Rubber Factory

Lawrenceburg
Lawrenceburg Powerhouse
Indiana & Michigan Electric Company
Miami Fort Power Plant
Steam Generator Plant

Madison
Madison Steam Plant
Clifty Creek Power Plant

If you or a loved one has suffered from an asbestos-related disease, please contact us today for a free legal consultation.

Learn More About Mesothelioma:

» Types of Mesothelioma

» Mesothelioma Diagnosis Information

» Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit

» Contact Asbestos Lawyers

^{* Please note that recovery results vary per client. The recovery amounts in each case reflect the specific facts of that case. Further, recovery amounts in past cases are not a guarantee of future results}

Asbestos in Indiana

Indiana shares a strong connection with mesothelioma because it is home to Steve McQueen, perhaps the most famous person ever diagnosed with the disease. Before McQueen's career in Hollywood, where he starred in such films as The Great Escape, The Magnificent Seven and The Thomas Crown Affair, he served in the United States Marine Corps from 1947 to 1050. Many believe that it was during this time that McQueen was exposed to asbestos.

McQueen was diagnosed with mesothelioma in 1979 and eventually died on November 7, 1980. McQueen's death brought mesothelioma to the forefront of the nation's consciousness and continues to fuel asbestos reform even today.¹

The Simmons firm provides special support for veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma. Contact us today to learn more.

The majority of individuals who have been exposed to asbestos encounter the so-called "magic mineral" in their line of work, often due to inadequate safety precautions. Others are exposed to asbestos indirectly when they come in contact with the clothing of a family member involved in a high-risk asbestos occupation.

Asbestos has been widely used in many industrial products including cement, brake linings, roof shingles, flooring products, textiles, and insulation. When microscopic asbestos dust particles becomes airborne, they can be inhaled or swallowed and can cause serious health issues.

Common work environments where a mesothelioma or cancer patient may have encountered asbestos include shipyards, oil refineries, sheet metal plants, automotive plants, construction sites, and many more. Click here to view a complete list of occupations that have been linked to asbestos exposure.

Giving Back to Mesothelioma Patients & Families

In 2010, the Simmons firm established the Simmons Mesothelioma Foundation, a private, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting research and advancing awareness about this rare cancer. The Foundation partners with established experts and thought-leaders in the mesothelioma research field. Learn more about the Foundation's current mesothelioma research partners.

As a long-time supporter of the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation and the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization, the Simmons firm has an extensive history of supporting the fight against mesothelioma and cancer. The firm has also pledged over $10 million to establish the Simmons Cancer Institute at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. The institute provides extraordinary new resources to enhance treatments and implement the continuing search for a permanent cure. It is the largest single gift in the history of SIU and establishes the university as home to one of the leading cancer facilities in the United States.

Asbestos Exposure in Indiana Today

Asbestos has not yet been banned in the United States. Its use is regulated, but it is still used in products today. Asbestos has been classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer as a human carcinogen. This assessment is supported by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), both of which believe that the future use of asbestos should be banned.

The following chart shows the higher-risk occupations for malignant mesothelioma along with their corresponding Indiana employment numbers.

Indiana continues to be affected by mesothelioma and asbestos-related diseases. Consider the following:

• CDC statistics show Indiana's age-adjusted death rate for malignant mesothelioma to be 12 deaths per million per year.³
• The National Cancer Institute and CDC's state cancer profiles show Indiana 2006 annual incidence rate for lung and bronchus cancers was 77.2 deaths per 100,000. The U.S. average is 66.8 deaths per 100,000, meaning Indiana's statistics are 16% higher than the nation's average.⁴

For more information about asbestos in Indiana and throughout the U.S., visit the Environmental Protection Agency's website.

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