Garlock Sealing Technologies

Garlock Sealing Technologies employees exposed to asbestos

With over 900,000 asbestos claims filed against it throughout the past three decades, Garlock Sealing Technologies is without a doubt one of the most sued companies in U.S. history. As a leader in the production of high-performance fluid sealing products, the company mainly catered to processing industries such as chemical, power generation, construction, paper, waste treatment, as well as food and beverage. Unable to pay out compensation to former workers injured by occupational asbestos exposure any longer, Garlock Sealing Technologies sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2010 and is expected to set up a trust fund with $480 million in the near future.

The occupations at the highest risk of developing a serious disease as a result of the asbestos exposure which occurred by working at Garlock Sealing Technologies or with their products are:

• factory workers
• auto mechanics
• steamfitters and pipefitters/utilitiesmen
• painters

Considering the fact that asbestos-related diseases may take a long time to develop, it's extremely important that anyone who has a history of asbestos exposure regularly monitor their health. In the interest of promoting the importance of early diagnosis, we are offering screenings free of charge for Garlock Sealing Technologies employees.

Asbestos related cancer eligible for filing a claim

If you developed one of the following cancers as a result of occupational exposure, you are eligible for compensation. If you are too ill, a family member can help you with the legal process. In the unfortunate event that you pass away before recovering compensation, your surviving family members will receive compensation on your behalf.

• Lung Cancer
• Mesothelioma

If, however, you struggle with non-cancerous pleural diseases such as asbestosis, pulmonary fibrosis, pleural plaques, pleural effusion, diffuse pleural thickening, COPD (emphysema & chronic bronchitis), pleurisy, lung nodules, lung spots, asthma, pneumonitis, tuberculosis, rounded atelectasis or lung scarring, please seek a second or even a third opinion as the rate of misdiagnosis is very high among the victims of asbestos exposure.

Legal recourse for victims of asbestos exposure

If your employment at the company resulted in severe illness, our specialized lawyers will help you recover just compensation for your injury and hold Garlock Sealing Technologies accountable for their unethical behavior. From lung diseases such as pulmonary fibrosis and mesothelioma to numerous other malignant diseases like colorectal and gastrointestinal cancer, asbestos exposure which takes place in occupational settings is known to wreak havoc on the human body. Regardless of your diagnosis, we strongly advise you to contact us and we will quickly put you in touch with one of our skillful attorneys, who will eagerly assist you with recovering the money you deserve.