The industrial backbone of West Virginia is built on steel production, coal mining and manufacturing. Unfortunately, these sectors have left a legacy of asbestos exposure among hardworking families across the state. These exposures require skilled legal guidance from attorneys who understand the unique industrial history of the Mountain State.
At Savinis, Kane, & Gallucci, L.L.C., our team connects deeply with West Virginia workers affected by asbestos illness. We focus on mesothelioma and asbestos claims with a proven record of securing meaningful compensation for industrial workers and their families.
Mesothelioma And Asbestos Exposure In West Virginia’s Steel Mill And Coal Communities
Our firm has documented asbestos use across numerous West Virginia workplaces, including:
Steel Mills:
- Weirton Steel (Weirton, WV) – now known as ArcelorMittal Weirton
- Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel (Wheeling, WV) – now known as Wheeling-Nisshin
- Bethlehem Steel (Hancock County, WV) – now closed
- S. Steel (Fairmont, WV) – now known as U.S. Steel Fairmont Works
- Republic Steel (Steubenville, WV) – now closed
Coal Mines:
- Consolidation Coal Company (Clarksburg, WV)
- Pittston Coal Group (Bluefield, WV)
- Arch Coal (Beckley, WV)
- Massey Energy (Charleston, WV) – now known as Alpha Natural Resources
- Peabody Energy (Logan, WV)
Manufacturing Facilities:
- DuPont (Parkersburg, WV) – chemical plant
- Monsanto (Institute, WV) – chemical plant
- Union Carbide (Institute, WV) – chemical plant
- FMC Corporation (South Charleston, WV) – chemical plant
- Kaiser Aluminum (Ravenswood, WV) – aluminum smelter
Other Facilities:
- West Virginia Ordnance Works (Point Pleasant, WV) – munitions plant
- Naval Ordnance Plant (South Charleston, WV) – munitions plant
- West Virginia Power (various locations) – power plants
Our legal team has traced asbestos exposure through work histories at these facilities, helping families connect their diagnoses to workplace conditions.
Fighting For Families Affected By Mesothelioma In Weirton, Follansbee, Wheeling And Beyond
With over 60 years of combined experience addressing asbestos claims nationwide, our attorneys have secured over $20 million in verdicts and settlements. We recognize the courage it takes to come forward after a diagnosis. That is why we come to you–meeting clients in their homes across West Virginia communities rather than expecting them to travel during difficult times.
Know Your Legal Rights After An Asbestos-Related Diagnosis In West Virginia
If you have received a mesothelioma diagnosis in West Virginia, you have the following distinct legal rights:
- The right to pursue compensation from companies responsible for your asbestos exposure
- The right to seek damages for medical expenses, lost income and suffering
- The right to have family members pursue wrongful death claims if you have lost a loved one
When you get a Mesothelioma diagnosis, we offer legal representation without upfront costs through contingency fee arrangements.
Let Us Fight For You
Savinis, Kane, & Gallucci, L.L.C., connects you with lawyers who understand the unique challenges faced by asbestos victims in West Virginia. Call us via 412-903-9620 or reach out online to learn how our team can help secure the compensation your family needs.