Occupational Lung Disease Types
Comprehensive guide to lung diseases caused by workplace exposure. Learn about symptoms, causes, and average settlement values.
Silicosis
Caused by inhaling crystalline silica dust
$450,000
Avg Settlement
At-Risk Industries
Latency Period
10-30 years
Time from exposure to symptoms
Asbestosis
Scarring of lung tissue from asbestos fibers
$550,000
Avg Settlement
At-Risk Industries
Latency Period
15-40 years
Time from exposure to symptoms
Mesothelioma
Aggressive cancer of lung lining from asbestos
$1,200,000
Avg Settlement
At-Risk Industries
Latency Period
20-50 years
Time from exposure to symptoms
Black Lung (CWP)
Coal workers' pneumoconiosis from coal dust
$400,000
Avg Settlement
At-Risk Industries
Latency Period
10-20 years
Time from exposure to symptoms
Occupational COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease from workplace exposure
$350,000
Avg Settlement
At-Risk Industries
Latency Period
5-15 years
Time from exposure to symptoms
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Scarring and thickening of lung tissue
$500,000
Avg Settlement
At-Risk Industries
Latency Period
5-20 years
Time from exposure to symptoms
Important Notice
If you have symptoms of occupational lung disease, seek medical attention immediately. Early diagnosis improves treatment outcomes and strengthens legal claims. The statute of limitations begins when you know or should know about your condition.