In some lines of work protective gear was required to be worn and asbestos cloth was used in the making of it due to its heat resistant properties. As gloves made with asbestos cloth became worn, they released loose asbestos fibers into the work environment.
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1884 - 1987 (103 years)
The majority of tough industries required safety clothing due to the harsh working conditions. A pair of gloves usually completed the required attire and if heat was involved in the daily activities, they had to be made of a fire-resistant material. Unfortunately, up until the 1980’s asbestos was added in their manufacturing process.
Wearing this asbestos-containing gear meant that the workers were subjected to asbestos exposure on a constant basis. The toxic fibers may not have been emitted as heavily in the beginning but as they became worn out, they presented a real danger. You could have been exposed if:
If your occupation required you to wear asbestos containing protective gear like working gloves, you were put in immediate danger as you entered in direct contact with loose asbestos fibers. Now, you deserve to be compensated for the negative effects that asbestos had on your health and overall well-being. We are able to get you compensated by filing claims with the asbestos trust funds available.