Factory Workers Develop Mesothelioma From Asbestos Conditions

This case involves a group of plaintiffs who were exposed to injurious levels of asbestos in a factory setting.

ByJohn Lomicky

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Updated onMay 3, 2022

Factory Workers Develop Mesothelioma From Asbestos Conditions

Many of these workers developed lung complications, including mesothelioma and lung cancer. It was alleged that the facility in question was not compliant with industry standards for industrial hygiene, thus causing injuries to the plaintiffs. A certified industrial hygienist was sought to investigate whether the facility’s asbestos levels contributed to the plaintiffs’ injuries.

Question(s) For Expert Witness

Please explain your experience and familiarity with asbestos-related matters.

Expert Witness Response E-083403

inline imageI have 17+ years of experience in occupational safety and health as a certified industrial hygienist and certified safety professional. I hold an M.P.H. in environmental and occupational health, and I have taken additional asbestos-related courses in building inspection, management planning, and contractor supervision. I also have served as an expert witness for an asbestos case that involved a fire in an apartment complex. I am also an adjunct faculty member at a public university, where I teach classes in environmental and occupational health. I enforced the Division of Occupational Safety and Health's asbestos regulations for my state for 7+ years. For 8+ years, I evaluated and provided oversight for various asbestos abatement projects for the U.S. Navy. During my employment with the Navy, I also oversaw and asbestos and fiber identification and counting lab. I am available to review the facts of the case as well as to determine potential exposure. I can also discuss specific abatement techniques. During my tenure with the Division of Occupational Safety and Health, I represented the state before the appeals board against employers who violated occupational safety and health regulations, including those involving asbestos.

About the author

John Lomicky

John Lomicky

John Lomicky is a J.D. candidate at FSU Law with a multidisciplinary background. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Neurobiology and Near Eastern Studies from Georgetown University and has graduate degrees in International Business and Eurasian Studies. John's professional experience includes working in private equity as an Associate at Kingfish Group and in legal business development and research roles at the Expert Institute. His expertise spans managing sales teams, company expansion, and providing consultative services to legal practices in various fields.

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