Mesothelioma Diagnosis Urges Man to File Lawsuit

Wisconsin man Donald A. Doberstein has filed an asbestos-related lawsuit that names a total of 39 defendant corporations. Doberstein is claiming he was diagnosed with mesothelioma and it was wrongfully caused.

Doberstein filed his lawsuit on October 30 at Madison County Circuit Court in Illinois. The defendants named in the suit include Sprinkmann Sons Corporation, Sprinkmann Sons Corp. of Illinois, and Young Insulation Group of St. Louis.

According to the lawsuit, Doberstein believes the diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma came as a result of asbestos exposure during the course of his career.

Doberstein worked in 1952 as a laborer for the American Can Plant. In 1953, he worked at Cutler Hammer Plant. Between 1954 and 1974, he worked at the Allen Bradley Plant. Asbestos insulation was commonplace in these industrial settings, as well as the use of asbestos linings and other types of insulation for machinery.

Unfortunately, workers in such plants were rarely supplied with protective clothing even though it was common for airborne asbestos fibers to be present in these locations.

The lawsuit that Doberstein filed states he developed mesothelioma specifically as a result of exposure to airborne, inhalable asbestos fibers. The lawsuit also states that the exposure he experienced should have been anticipated and prevented by the defendants.

Doberstein’s suit claims he has been disfigured and disabled as a result of having developed mesothelioma, and says he has suffered and will continue to suffer considerable mental and physical pain. In addition, he has been unable to work due to his condition and has also incurred substantial medical expenses for mesothelioma treatment.

The nine-count lawsuit filed by Doberstein is seeking at least $350,000, including exemplary damages, compensation for medical expenses and lost income, and compensatory damages. The suit also asks for other relief deemed appropriate by the court.

In addition, the lawsuit is seeking punitive damages to punish the defendants for their negligence and misconduct.

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