Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases do not appear overnight. They often take decades to develop, which makes proving where and how someone was exposed feel almost impossible. In New Orleans and Baton Rouge, many workers spent years in shipyards, plants, and old buildings full of hidden asbestos. When someone gets sick, attorneys must dig deep to connect the dots and hold the right parties accountable.
Digging Into Work and Life Histories
One of the first steps in building an asbestos case is creating a detailed work and residential timeline. Attorneys look through employment records, union files, and even military service documents to figure out where asbestos exposure likely happened. Old paystubs and job site records can seem boring at first glance, but they often hold the key details needed to move a case forward.
Talking to the People Who Were There
Personal stories matter. Lawyers interview former co-workers, supervisors, and sometimes family members who saw what conditions were really like. These interviews help fill in gaps, especially when clients struggle to remember every detail from jobs held decades ago. Someone might remember a specific insulation material or a brand of pipe coating used on a job site, which can become crucial evidence.
Using Experts and Specialized Tools
Industrial hygiene experts play a huge role in these cases. They can match products and work environments to known asbestos hazards and help explain how fibers spread. Attorneys also rely on large databases that list asbestos-containing products and past job sites known for high-risk exposure. These modern tools make it easier to identify exactly which companies and products put someone in danger.
Let Us Help You Find Answers and Accountability
At Pourciau Law Firm, we understand how overwhelming an asbestos diagnosis feels when the exposure happened long ago. Our team works with experts, digs into old records, and talks to the people who can help piece together your story. We believe no one should have to fight this battle alone or feel left in the dark about where their illness started.
If you or a loved one is facing mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our law firm by email or by calling 504-305-2375.