Montana Mesothelioma Lawyers

The mesothelioma lawyers at the Simmons Law Firm represent victims of mesothelioma cancer throughout the United States including the state of Montana. We have represented thousands of families affected by mesothelioma and asbestos-related cancer and have seen the suffering it causes firsthand. The Simmons Law 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 Montana, including families from the following locations:  Columbus, Dillon and Helena.

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 $4 billion in verdicts and settlements for thousands of families affected by mesothelioma and asbestos-related diseases.  Our asbestos lawyers have recovered $14 million on behalf of mesothelioma and asbestos disease victims located in the state of Montana alone.*

_{* 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}

You should know that Montana has a unique set of laws that could impact your ability to file a claim. For example, Montana 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 Law Firm if you have a question about a potential case.

If you have mesothelioma or lung cancer due to asbestos exposure, please contact a Simmons Law Firm mesothelioma lawyer 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.

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

Anaconda
Anaconda Smelter

Billings
Corette Powerhouse

Columbia Falls
Anaconda Aluminum Plant

Glendive
Montana-Dakota Utilities Steam Plant

View additional work sites in Montana.

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

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» Mesothelioma Diagnosis Information

» Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit

» Contact Montana Asbestos Lawyers

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, sheet metal plants, automotive plants, construction sites, and many more. Here is a complete list of occupations that have been linked to asbestos exposure.

Montana is home to one of the world's biggest suppliers of asbestos throughout the twentieth century – the Libby mine. Before it closed in 1990, the Libby mine may have produced 80 percent of the world's supply of vermiculite. This vermiculite was contaminated with a deadly form of asbestos called tremolite-actinolite asbestiform mineral fibers.¹ Individuals who worked in either the Libby mine or a facility that processed vermiculite from the Libby mine should be aware that there is a high probability that they were exposed to high levels of asbestos throughout their career and should talk about this possibility with their doctor.

Giving Back to Mesothelioma Patients & Families

In 2010, the Simmons Law 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 Law 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 Montana 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.

Montana has struggled with mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases for a number of years. Consider the following:

• The Environmental Working Group reported that there were 92 to 148 mesothelioma cases in Montana from 1979 to 2001.²
• CDC statistics show Montana age-adjusted death rate for malignant mesothelioma to be 15.2 deaths per million per year.³
• The National Cancer Institute and CDC's state cancer profiles show Montana's 2006 annual incidence rate for lung and bronchus cancers was 64 deaths per 100,000.⁴

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

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Montana Asbestos Sites

The following is a partial list of Montana job sites and buildings that may have contained asbestos.  This list does not necessarily reflect current conditions.  If you are experiencing symptoms related to asbestos exposure, please consult with a physician.

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