Mesothelioma is an asbestos-induced cancer of the membrane surrounding and protecting the internal organs. Mesothelioma most commonly strikes the lining of the lungs, but can also affect that of the abdomen, heart or testicles. Severe symptoms of mesothelioma of the lung include shortness of breath, chest pain and cough. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact our firm to speak with an experienced asbestos attorney about your legal rights.
In some jurisdictions, legal compensation may be available not only for diagnosed asbestos-related diseases, such as mesothelioma, but also for the fear of or future risk of contracting asbestos-induced illness based on earlier airborne exposure. If you have a history of asbestos exposure, especially if it was prolonged or concentrated, contact our firm to schedule a consultation with a skilled asbestos lawyer today.
The families of victims of asbestos-related diseases or injuries, such as mesothelioma, often have the legal right to compensation for the loss of their loved ones. If your loved one died from an asbestos-induced illness, contact our law firm to speak with an attorney experienced in asbestos litigation about your legal rights as soon as possible - time could be of the essence.
In some jurisdictions, owners of buildings contaminated by dangerous asbestos-containing construction materials may have legal recourse against previous owners or asbestos manufacturers, sellers or distributors. If you own a structure with asbestos contamination, contact a knowledgeable asbestos attorney at our firm to determine whether you may be able to recover the cost of abatement.
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Asbestos and Mesothelioma Resource Links
Asbestos Exposure: Questions and Answers
National Cancer Institute Web site providing information on asbestos; illnesses caused by exposure, including mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer; and other useful information.
National Cancer Institute: Malignant Mesothelioma
Information center on malignant mesothelioma providing links to information on the disease, its causes and treatment options, statistics, research, clinical trials and more.
American Cancer Society: Asbestos
Web site devoted to asbestos with detailed information on what asbestos is, its links to mesothelioma and other illnesses, how people become exposed to it, preventing exposure and more.
American Cancer Society: Malignant Mesothelioma
Cancer reference center providing an overview of malignant mesothelioma, risk factors and prevention measures, symptoms, treatment options and links to more information on the disease.
United States Environmental Protection Agency: Asbestos
Federal government gateway resource on asbestos: where it occurs, where an average person may encounter it, the types of products it may appear in and other information on the harmful substance.
Mayo Clinic: Mesothelioma
Gateway resource providing links to patient-focused medical information about asbestos-caused mesothelioma, including information on treatment, prevention and coping with the disease.
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
This United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) site provides extensive asbestos information including medical, health, geographical and scientific information, as well as news and photos.
Safety and Health Topics: Asbestos
Information provided by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), a branch of the US Department of Labor, on asbestos, OSHA safety standards for use of products containing asbestos, exposure hazards in the workplace, protecting workers from exposure and more.
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