Welding Rod Fume Induced Parkinson's Disease

     Eight years later, Wang examined 8 workers in a ferromanganese plant which had a malfunctioning ventilation system.  He found evidence of  “Parkinsonian disease” in six of these workers.  The exposure was for approximately 30 minutes per day, seven days per week for 8 months.  These workers were in their 30’s and 40’s, significantly the median expected age for Parkinson’s disease.   Wang’s findings were corroborated by the findings of a study performed by Racette, et al., at the  Washington University School of Medicine.  Racette found that welders with occupational exposure to manganese contracted the “Parkinson’s disease” 15 years earlier than those of the general public.

     If you have been exposed to manganese fumes and suffer from symptoms of Manganism or Parkinson's disease, you may be entitled to monetary compensation.   To contact an attorney who will review your claim click here and fill out our free case evaluation form.  An attorney with the Sheff Law Offices, P.C. will review your claim and may contact you to discuss your rights.