Lung Cancer Attorneys in the Carolinas
If you have been diagnosed with lung cancer and suspect it was caused by exposure to harmful substances, you are not alone. You may be entitled to compensation for lung cancer through a personal injury lawsuit, an asbestos trust fund claim, a workers’ compensation claim, and other potential claims.
The lung cancer attorneys at Ward Black Law fight to protect the rights of individuals who have lung cancer caused by a dangerous product or products. Whether you believe you were exposed decades ago or more recently, our lung cancer attorneys have the knowledge, experience, and resources to investigate your case and see what avenues for compensation may be available to you.
Contact us today for a free case evaluation to learn more about your potential workplace lung cancer case.
How Ward Black Law Can Get Compensation for Lung Cancer
Choosing the right lung cancer lawyers can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. At Ward Black Law, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial devastation a lung cancer diagnosis can bring, and we offer the compassionate support and tenacious advocacy you need to pursue compensation for you.
We provide valuable assistance with lung cancer claims by:
Identifying the Source of Exposure
It is crucial to determine when and where you were exposed to harmful substances. We can look at your employment history, job duties, work environment, home environment and asbestos or chemical exposure sites in North Carolina or South Carolina to identify the sources of exposure that may have contributed to your cancer.
Establishing Liability
In lung cancer cases, there are often multiple liable parties, including manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and employers. Our lung cancer attorneys can investigate the companies, review product catalogs and installation records, seek asbestos trust funds, and explore the possibility of third-party liability.
Exploring Workers’ Compensation Benefits
In some instances, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits for occupational lung cancer. Workers’ compensation benefits are available regardless of fault, and they can provide medical expense coverage, partial wage replacement, and survivor benefits in wrongful death cases. These benefits are provided through the employer’s Workers’ Compensation insurance.
Building a Strong Case for Compensation
All successful lung cancer lawsuits are built on a foundation of substantial evidence. To build a body of evidence, your lung cancer lawyers can gather your medical records, including pathology reports, radiology scans, and occupational health records. We can also work with medical experts, oncologists, industrial hygienists, and exposure specialists to make a clear connection between your diagnosis and your occupation.
Providing Critical Support to You and Your Family
There is no doubt that developing lung cancer has had a devastating impact on you and your family. We have seen the physical, emotional, and financial toll lung diseases can take on our clients. We offer not only legal advocacy but also the compassion and understanding lung cancer patients need during a difficult time.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lung Cancer Lawsuit in North Carolina? South Carolina?
Filing deadlines apply when seeking compensation in a lung cancer case.
- Under North Carolina law, you typically have three years from the date of diagnosis to file a lung cancer claim and two years for wrongful death claims. You generally must file a workers’ compensation claim for occupational illness within two years of your diagnosis. There are exceptions to these time limits.
- South Carolina also has a three-year deadline for personal injury cases related to lung cancer, and wrongful death claims can generally be filed within three years of death. In South Carolina, the deadline for filing a workers’ compensation claim for injury is two years, but you may have additional time to file in the case of an occupational illness from exposure. A lawyer can provide the legal timeline to you based on your situation.
Lung cancer cases from asbestos exposure are different from many other personal injury cases in that the exposure that caused your diagnosis may have occurred decades prior.
In any event, it is crucial to speak with our lung cancer lawyers as soon as possible. Our lawyers know which deadlines apply and the right actions to take to avoid limiting your legal options.
Workplace Substances That Can Cause Lung Cancer
Occupational lung cancer is most commonly linked to the inhalation of the following carcinogenic substances:
If you were exposed to any of these or any other toxic substances in the workplace, we can help determine whether your lung cancer diagnosis is linked to your workplace exposure.
Common Jobs Linked to Occupational Lung Cancer
The toxic substances known to cause lung cancer were widely used in 20th-century industries, which means they were common in many workplaces. Some examples of the most common jobs linked to an increased risk of lung cancer in the Carolinas include:
- Construction workers
- Shipyard workers
- Electricians
- Boilermakers
- Power plant workers
- Pipefitters and welders
- Mechanics
- Railroad workers
- Factory workers
Even if you did not directly handle cancer-causing substances, your lung cancer development may still be related to exposure. Our lawyers are ready to discuss your occupation with you and look into your workplace to determine whether you may have a valid workplace lung cancer claim.
Some of the Many NC and SC Jobsites with Known Asbestos Exposure
Many workplaces across North and South Carolina are known to have used asbestos products, including:
North Carolina
- Duke Energy facilities
- Reynolds Tobacco (Winston-Salem)
- Champion Paper Mill (Canton)
- Ecusta (Brevard)
- U.S. Naval Shipyard (Wilmington)
- Celanese (Shelby and Salisbury)
- Carolina Power & Light Company
- Textile mills in Greensboro, High Point, Gastonia, and throughout NC
South Carolina
- Savannah River Site (Aiken)
- International Paper Company (Georgetown)
- South Carolina Electric & Gas (SCG&E)
- Celanese (Rock Hill)
- Charleston Navy Shipyard
- Pulp and paper mills across the state
Can I Sue My Employer for Lung Cancer Caused by Workplace Exposure?
Workers’ compensation laws generally limit your recovery against an employer to workers’ compensation benefits or prevent you from suing your direct employer for occupational exposure to asbestos or other toxic substances. In addition to workers’ compensation benefits you may still be able to sue non-employer third parties such as the following:
- Product manufacturers
- Contractors and third parties
- Asbestos trust funds
- Premises owner
Our attorneys can analyze your situation, determine the entities that may be responsible, and explain what options are available at no charge.
Not Sure Where You Were Exposed? We’ll Help You Figure It Out
You do not need to face asbestos-related or other exposure related lung cancer on your own. Ward Black Law offers free, no-obligation case evaluations to individuals who may have been exposed to cancer-causing agents. We stand ready to listen to your circumstances, investigate possible claim, and seek compensation for your lung cancer.
Contact us today for your free claim evaluation.
