Wyoming Mesothelioma Lawyer

The majority of cases of asbestos exposure in Wyoming occurred in workplaces. The oil industry has been largely responsible. Contact an experienced Wyoming mesothelioma lawyer if you’ve been exposed to and injured by asbestos.

If you or a loved one suffer from mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, or asbestosis, you may qualify for substantial compensation. Currently, there is over $30 billion in asbestos trust funds, awaiting those who’ve been diagnosed with an asbestos illness. Fill out our form to get a free Financial Compensation Packet. You’ll learn about the experienced mesothelioma lawyers in Wyoming, how to get paid in 90 days, how to file a claim for the asbestos trust funds, and more.

We offer assistance to asbestos victims and their families in all areas of Wyoming, such as:

Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Gillette, Rock Springs, Sheridan, Green River, Evanston, Riverton, Jackson, Cody, Rawlin,s Lander, Torrington, Powell, Douglas, Ranchettes, Worland, South Greeley, Buffalo, Fox Farm-College, Wheatland Mills, Newcastle, Warren AFB, Thermopolis, Evansville, Kemmerer, Bar Nunn, Glenrock, North Rock Springs, Moose Wilson Road, Lovell, Lyman, Pinedale, Afton, Greybull, Ethete, Wright, Antelope Valley-Crestview, Saratoga, Fort Washakie, Lusk, Rafter J Ranch, Star Valley Ranch, South Park, Arapahoe, Wilson, Hoback, Mountain View Town, Basin, Sundance, Guernsey, Pine Bluffs, Upton, Sleepy Hollow, Marbleton, Story, Moorcroft, Dubois, Ranchester, Vista West, Alpine, Hanna, Purple Sage, Dayton, Hartrandt, Diamondville, Cowley, Lucerne, Shoshoni, Clearview Acres, Reliance, Byron, Farson, Jamestown, La Barge, Big Piney, Cokeville, Bear River, Nordic, Pine Haven, Big Horn, Wamsutter, Lingle Hudson, Boulder Flats, Rolling Hills, La Grange, Urie, Encampment, Red Butte, Baggs, Sinclair, Midwest, Hulett, Casper Mountain, Thayne, Chug Creek, Etna, Mammoth, Superior, Alta, and more.

The Energy Industry and Asbestos in Wyoming

Wyoming has a long history in the energy industry, in particular oil. The state is rich in this resource, so oil refineries are important workplaces and a big part of the state economy. Machinery in oil refineries contained asbestos to protect against heat and fire.

Power plants have also provided a lot of jobs for Wyoming workers. Boilers, generators, turbines, and machinery in power plants were made with asbestos in order to control high temperatures and fire. This use continued up until only a few decades ago.

Before the early 80s, many Wyoming power plant workers were exposed at significant rates to harmful fibers.

Maintenance and construction workers were at particular risk of asbestos exposure. In addition to machinery filled with asbestos, many power plants in Wyoming also contained asbestos in floors and roofing.

Asbestos in Wyoming Schools

Several Wyoming schools that were built prior to the early 80s contain asbestos. Many are still in operation today.

The University of Wyoming contained so much asbestos that in 2009, it was considered unsafe. Subsequently, the school was issued a violation by the Department of Environmental Quality.

In an annual evaluation, Wyoming’s Natrona County High School was found to contain a substantial amount of asbestos.

In 2009, the county school board ordered a $400,000 renovation and asbestos removal project. Several other elementary, middle, and high schools still contain asbestos yet have not been renovated or demolished.

Wyoming Workplaces with Known Asbestos

Listed below are major companies and businesses associated with asbestos in Wyoming.

Oil and Fuel Companies

• Colorado Oil and Gas
• Cambria Fuel Company
• Fargo Oil Company
• Utah Oil Refining Company
• Continental Oil Company
• Midwest Refining Company
• Standard Oil Company of Indiana
• Husky Refining Company
• Little America Refining
• Texaco Oil Refining- Wyoming
• Mutual Oil Company
• Continental Oil Company
• Utah Oil Refining Company – Granger Station
• Midwest Refining Company – Laramil
• Colo Fuel and Iron Company
• Midwest Refining Company- Mammoth
• Consumer Oil and Refining Company
• Wyoming Refining
• Sinclair Oil
• Pan American Petroleum
• Midwest Refining Company-Salt Creek
• Exxon – Shute Creek
• Midwest Refining Company- Teapot
• Utah Oil Refining Company – Wamsutter
• Pure Oil Company

Plants

• Dave Johnston Power Plant
• Steam Power Plant
• Alumina Plant
• Bridger Power Plant
• Stauffer Chemical Power Plant
• Acme Power Plant
• Laramie River Power Plant
• Wyodak Plant

Coal Companies

• Wyoming Coal and Iron Company
• Union Pacific Coal Company- Hannah, Cumberland, Reliance, Rock Spring, and Winton
• Diamond Coal and Coke Company- Diamondville and Oakley
• Gebo Coal Company
• Owl Creek Coal Company
• Teapot Coal Company
• Kemmerer Coal Company
• Gebo Coal Company
• Lion Coal Company
• Wyodak Coal and Manufacturing Company

Utilities and Natural Gas Companies

• Colorado Oil & Gas – Bitter Creek
• Buffalo Northwest Electric Company
• Black Hills Power and Light
• Pacific Power and Light
• Utah Power and Light – Kemmerer
• El Paso Natural Gas Company
• Montana Dakota Utilities Company
• Perkins Power Company
• Sheridan County Electric Company
• Hot Springs Light and Power Company

Wyoming’s Asbestos Laws

Wyoming has measures in place to monitor and oversee asbestos removal. These measures are put into place by the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality to ensure that working around asbestos and handling asbestos is done as safely as possible:

• The state of Wyoming requires that personnel that handling and removing asbestos from any location must be trained properly.
• They also must contact the state environmental coordinators before qualifications are met.
• The disposal of asbestos products is regulated. Asbestos, in a “friable” condition, breaks down easily and is no harm to the environment. And as such, can be disposed of in a local landfill.
• Non-friable Asbestos products, due to the fibers not breaking down easily, require permission from a local landfill operator prior to anticipated disposal.

For additional information and more detailed resources, contact the Wyoming DEQ at the following numbers:

• Cheyenne: 307-777-7937
• Lander: 307-302-3047
• Sheridan: 307-673-9337
• Casper: 307-473-3465

Getting Medical Help in Wyoming

It’s important to find medical care from a physician who understands and specializes in asbestos diseases, as they generally can offer the most comprehensive treatment options.

The Huntsman Cancer Center in the nearby state of Utah is backed by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) as a comprehensive cancer treatment center.

Wyoming Statute of Limitations on Asbestos Lawsuits

• Asbestos-related lawsuits follow under the personal injury statute of limitations in Wyoming.
• In order to file, plaintiffs must do so within four years from the time of the discovery of the asbestos-related or within four years from the date that the illness should have been reasonably discovered.
• The asbestos-related wrongful death statute is a bit shorter. Plaintiffs must file within two years from the victim’s date of death.

Getting Legal Help in Wyoming

Don’t forget to use our free Asbestos Attorney Locator Tool to find a experienced mesothelioma lawyer in your area. Remember to fill out our form to get your free Financial Compensation Packet, with information on asbestos and mesothelioma lawyers in your area. For additional assistance, contact us toll-free at 800-793-4540.