As the country continues to clean up millions of buildings which have been treated with cancer causing asbestos, stories of abuses among contractors and other people in positions of power continue to trickle out. One of the most recent cases involves contractors who were working at a former Air Force base in California.
In order to safely remove asbestos from buildings, significant protective equipment is recommended. This equipment includes protective gear for the face, special suits to protect the body – called Tyvek suits, and even footwear coverings. So when two men, operators of a nonprofit called Firm Build, used high school students and subcontractors to help them help them remove 1000 feet of piping – which contained asbestos – from a former Air Force base, they were supposed to ensure that all the workers wore the required protective gear. But, in failing to do so, not only did they put the workers’ health in jeopardy, but they also violated Federal law. Now the men have been sentenced to prison for their crimes.
The former president of Firm Build was sentenced to 27 months in prison, while its former administrative officer was sentenced to 24 months in prison. To a third man, who was also involved, has yet to be sentenced.
As can be seen, companies continue to act irresponsibly when it comes to handling asbestos. If you or a loved one has become sick or injured as a result of asbestos exposure, call the attorneys of Brayton Purcell, LLP, now at (800) 598-0314 or contact us online for a free consultation regarding getting you the compensation you deserve.
