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Mesothelioma from electrical equipment

A former electrician who allegedly developed mesothelioma in part from his exposure to asbestos fibres in electrical equipment has been awarded nearly $3mn in San Francisco. The company which acquired his employer at the time was found to be 5% responsible for the disease, and ordered to pay the economic and pain and suffering damages.

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