Coal tar pitch is a black substance that contains what are known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, or PAHS. These substances, and in some cases benzene contained in the pitch itself, may cause cancers. There is an ever growing body of scientific literature concerning the possible health effects of exposure to these substances.Â
Coal tar pitch is used in many different industries, including aluminum and steel manufacturing.Â
Studies from all over the world indicate that coal tar pitch may be a cause of certain cancers. Melanoma, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, lung cancer, and other deadly cancers may be caused by exposure to coal tar pitch. The law firm of Cappolino Dodd Krebs LLP is investigating cases of potential cancers caused by exposure to this product.
If you or a loved one have been exposed to coal tar pitch, and have been diagnosed with any of the cancers listed above, please call a coal tar pitch attorney at 1-888-MESO-FIRM (1-888-637-6347) immediately for professional insight. The only way to know if you have a legitimate claim is to have your case investigated. That is why we suggest you contact us immediately if you think you may have a case. Legal deadlines and statutes of limitation put limits on the amount of time you may have to file a potential claim. We will take your information, including where you worked, and what disease you’ve been diagnosed with. Scientific experts will review the evidence in many cases, and provide an opinion as to whether or not there is a potential link between the coal tar pitch and the cancer.
 We will then further investigate your case to determine if a legal ability to recover damages may exist.Â
Cappolino, Dodd & Krebs provides free initial consultations. Please call in order to learn more about how individual cases are handled.
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