Mesothelioma Brewing Facilities and Asbestos Exposure at Schaefer

New York Asbestos Attorney Representing Employees Suffering Mesothelioma and Other Illnesses

Throughout New York and across the country, workers for decades were exposed to asbestos without their knowledge. New York asbestos attorney Joseph P. Williams is a passionate advocate for the rights of workers who suffered the consequences of on-the-job exposure, such as mesothelioma and lung cancer. If you or a family member was diagnosed with mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer, please call our firm today for your free consultation: (855) 575-6376.

History of Asbestos Exposure at Schaefer Brewing

Asbestos was utilized by brewing companies in several ways, including in brewing filters and construction materials for breweries. These asbestos-containing materials were predominantly found in buildings, equipment, and beverages produced prior to 1980. Consequently, brewery employees, guests, and consumers might be at risk for developing mesothelioma and other serious health conditions. Founded in the 19^th century by German immigrants, Schaefer Brewing Company operated a plant in Brooklyn for more than a century. While Schaefer Beer still exists as a product produced by Pabst, the original brewery in Brooklyn has been shuttered for decades, though the building still stands. Many breweries throughout the country, including the Schaefer building in New York, were built and maintained with extensive use of asbestos-containing insulation and fire-prevention materials. According to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), an estimated 27 million American workers were exposed to aerosolized asbestos fibers between 1940 and 1979, a period during which many industrial facilities relied heavily on these materials.

Recognizing the Effects of Brewery Asbestos Exposure

Construction workers and maintenance workers were especially vulnerable to asbestos exposure at industrial facilities like the Schaefer Brewing Company. Although materials containing asbestos have long since been removed from the Schaefer facility and other older buildings, the symptoms of mesothelioma and asbestos-related lung cancer take years to become evident. Many workers are unaware they were affected until decades later. Signs you may have been exposed to asbestos include:

• Difficulty breathing or persistent shortness of breath
• Chest pain or tightness
• Finger and nail deformities, which may indicate lung disease

If you worked at the Schaefer Brewing Company in Brooklyn or any other New York industrial facility and are now experiencing symptoms, you may have legal options. Schedule a free consultation with The Williams Law Firm, P.C. to discuss your case with a mesothelioma lawyer who can also help connect you with physicians experienced in treating these conditions. Call (855) 575-6376 today.