Semiconductor Industry: Overview
Several semiconductor companies are defending themselves against lawsuits alleging that toxic chemicals used in the companies' "clean room" operations may have caused cancer and birth defects. The semiconductor litigation may become "asbestos II" according to one lawyer involved in the suits.
The claims involve employees from as far back as the 1960s and blame the chemicals used in disk drive production for employees' ailments. Clean rooms were designed to protect computer components during the manufacturing process.
Lawsuits have been filed in New York and California and involve IBM and a number of the company's chemical suppliers. IBM strongly denies all allegations contained in the suits and claims that they are without merit. Other companies have settled out of court.
See your doctor if you work in the semiconductor industry and have experienced serious health problems. In addition, it may be important to contact an attorney who can help you protect your legal rights. Please keep in mind that there may be time limits within which you must commence suit.
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