Asbestos/Mesothelioma

Asbestos refers to a group of minerals that occur naturally as masses of strong flexible fibers that can be separated into thin threads and woven. Each exposure to asbestos dust increases the risk of developing an asbestos disease such as Mesothelioma. A majority of asbestos claims involve people who work directly with products containing asbestos or workers in the vicinity of the job site where asbestos dust is created. Most cases of asbestosis or Mesothelioma occur 10 years or more after the first exposure to asbestos dust.

What is Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a rare cancer of the lining of the chest and abdomen. It may also be linked to cancer of the stomach, intestines, and rectum. Malignant Mesothelioma is often diagnosed in people over 50. There are three main types of Mesothelioma, pleural, peritoneal, and pericardial. Pericardial, which is very rare, starts in the heart. Peritoneal accounts for about 10-20 percent of Mesothelioma and starts in the abdomen. Pleural starts in the chest cavity and accounts for 75 percent of most cases.

Legal Basis

Asbestos claims filed as lawsuits against asbestos manufacturers and other companies are based on legal theories such as negligence and product liability. Asbestos manufacturers are legally liable for asbestos claim brought by people who have been diagnosed with Mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. Family members of asbestos workers are also at increased risk for developing Mesothelioma if exposed to asbestos dust brought home on clothing. Most asbestos claims involve people who worked directly with asbestos-containing products or workers in the vicinity of job-site activities which creates asbestos dust.

Choosing the Right Attorney

Asbestos manufacturers are legally liable for asbestos claims brought by people who have been diagnosed with Mesothelioma, lung cancer, or asbestosis. Legal compensation is paid through settlements as well as after trial verdicts in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits. Most experienced and qualified wrongful death attorneys will provide free consultation to discuss the facts of your case and determine whether or not a claim should be filed.

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