Calculate compensation for crystalline silica exposure. Sandblasting, mining, construction workers. Average settlements $300,000 to $700,000+.
Calculate Settlement1200+
Annual Deaths
7K+
New Cases/Year
$450,000
Avg Settlement
50 μg/m³
OSHA Limit
10+ years exposure, most common
$400,000
avg settlement
5-10 years high exposure
$550,000
avg settlement
1-3 years very high exposure
$700,000
avg settlement
Silicosis is an incurable lung disease caused by inhaling crystalline silica dust. Found in sand, rock, and quartz, silica particles scar lung tissue, causing progressive breathing difficulty. According to CDC/NIOSH 2026 data, over 1200 Americans die from silicosis annually, with 7000+ new cases diagnosed each year.
OSHA's permissible exposure limit (PEL) is 50 μg/m³ of respirable crystalline silica. Employers who fail to provide proper respiratory protection, ventilation, and exposure monitoring may be liable for worker injuries.
High-risk industries include: Sandblasting, Stone cutting, Mining, Quarrying, Tunneling, Construction, Concrete work, Foundries, Glass manufacturing, Ceramics. If you worked in these industries and developed breathing problems, you may be entitled to significant compensation.
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