Carl Christian Scudder vs. Air & Liquid Systems Corporation, et al

Case Background

On July 8, 2022, Plaintiff Louie Scudder filed a product liability lawsuit in the District Court of Dallas County, Texas State (Case number: DC-19-18402) due to asbestos exposure that led to his mesothelioma diagnosis. Judge Maria Aceves presided over the case.

Cause

Louie Scudder worked at La Gloria Oil and Gas Company in Tyler, Texas, for four decades, from 1958 to 1998. During his employment, he encountered extensive asbestos exposure while working around industrial equipment containing asbestos materials. Companies such as Air & Liquid Systems Corporation, CBS Corporation, and CertainTeed Corporation manufactured, supplied, and distributed these asbestos-containing products. These materials emitted toxic asbestos fibers, which Scudder inhaled daily while performing his duties. Neither his employers nor the manufacturers warned him about the health hazards of asbestos exposure. They also failed to provide protective measures to prevent contamination. Unaware of the dangers, Scudder continued working in conditions that placed him at high risk for mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. Despite scientific evidence proving the dangers of asbestos exposure, the responsible companies did not remove the hazardous materials or issue warnings. His employer, La Gloria Oil and Gas Company, failed to implement essential safety measures such as ventilation systems, protective gear, or proper training. As a result, Scudder suffered prolonged asbestos exposure, which ultimately led to life-t