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The mesothelioma lawyers at the Simmons firm represent victims of mesothelioma cancer throughout the United States including the state of Washington. 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 Washington, including the following cities:
- Hanford
- Longview
- Renton
- Seattle
- Spokane
- Wenatchee
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 $34 million for mesothelioma victims in the state of Washington alone.*
You should know that Washington has a unique set of laws that could impact your ability to file a claim. For example, Washington 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 in Washington
A number of work sites throughout Washington are linked to asbestos exposure including:
Everett
Todd Shipyard
Everett Pulp & Paper/Simpson Lee Paper Mill
Kimberly – Clark Paper Mill fka Scott Paper Mill
Boeing Aircraft Assembly Plant
Weyerhauser Lumber Mill
Fort Lewis
Fort Lewis Army Base
Longview
Longview Fibres Paper Mill
Crown Zellerbach Paper Mill
Weyerhauser Paper Mill
Longview Fiber Co.
Seattle
Lake Union Shipyard
Hydraulic Supply Fabrication Shop
Isaacson Iron Works
Sand Point Naval Air Station
Boeing Aircraft Assembly Plant 1
San Point Naval Station
Lockheed Shipyard (Harbor Island)
Todd Shipyard (Harbor Island)
Duwamish Shipyard
Tacoma
Asarco Smelter
U. S. Oil & Refining Oil Refinery
Kaiser Aluminum Plant
Hooker Chemical Plant
Boeing Aircraft Plant
Simpson Kraft Paper Mill fka St. Regis fka Chamion Paper Mill
Todd Pacific Shipyards, formerly Seattle-Tacoma (SEA-TAC)
Vancouver
Kaiser Shipyard
Boise Cascade Paper Mill
Columbia River Paper Mill
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:
» Mesothelioma Diagnosis Information
» Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit
* 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
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 Washington 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 Washington employment numbers.
| Occupation | Number Employed in Washington, 20061 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters | 14,346 |
| Mechanical engineers | 6,276 |
| Electricians | 19,461 |
| Teachers, elementary school | 28,998 |
Washington continues to be affected by mesothelioma and asbestos-related diseases. Consider the following:
- CDC statistics show Washington's age-adjusted death rate for malignant mesothelioma to be between 11.5 and 23 deaths per million per year.2
- The Environmental Working Group reported that there were up to 1,387 mesothelioma cases in Kentucky from 1979 to 2001.3
For more information about asbestos in Washington and throughout the U.S., visit the Environmental Protection Agency's website.