ST. LOUIS — A couple is suing multiple corporations for alleged failure to warn of the dangerous effects of asbestos.
Carlos E. Padilla and Linda Padilla filed a complaint Oct. 17 in the St. Louis 22nd Judicial Circuit Court against A.W. Chesterton Co., Alberici Constructors Inc., Allied Paint & Wallpaper Co. Inc., et. al., alleging the defendants failed their duty to exercise reasonable care and caution for the safety of those working with and around the products containing asbestos.
According to the complaint, the plaintiffs allege that between 1966 and 1993, Carlos Padilla was employed as a mechanic and laborer at various locations throughout the United States, including Missouri, and claims he was exposed to, inhaled, ingested or otherwise absorbed large amounts of asbestos fibers emanating from certain products distributed or installed by the defendants.
As a result, Carlos Padilla claims he contracted and suffers from asbestos-related diseases, which deprived Linda Padilla the companionship, society and services of her husband.
The plaintiffs allege the defendants failed to provide any or adequate warnings to persons working with and around the products of the dangers of inhaling, ingesting or otherwise absorbing the asbestos fibers contained in them.
The plaintiffs request a trial by jury and seek judgment for compensatory damages in excess of $25,000 and for costs, pre- and post-judgment interest and other relief the court deems appropriate. They are represented by Brian J. Cooke and Andrew Murrie of Simmons Hanly Conroy in Alton, Illinois.
St. Louis 22nd Judicial Circuit Court case number 1722-CC11538