Workplace Injury Lawyers
Americans work hard to earn their paychecks. You commit yourself to your employer and your job, with approximately one-third of your life spent at your workplace. It is reasonable for you to expect that if you are hurt or even killed on the job, you or your family will be fairly compensated.
Talcum Powder and Asbestos: What Is Talcum Powder?
Talc, a commonly used ingredient in various everyday products, has been the subject of recent lawsuits due to its potential contamination with asbestos. Asbestos is a harmful material known to cause lung tissue scarring and cancer when its airborne fibers are inhaled.
Lung Cancer & Mesothelioma Asbestosis
What Is Asbestosis?
Asbestosis is the scarring of lung tissue resulting from the inhalation of asbestos fibers. When lung tissue is scarred, it does not expand and contract like healthy tissue which makes breathing difficult and painful. Asbestosis is a chronic, non-cancerous respiratory disease that can cause shortness of breath and an increased risk of developing cancerous conditions including mesothelioma and lung cancer.
The Ongoing Threat of Asbestos Exposure in the U.S.
Despite being banned in nearly 70 countries due to its link to various forms of cancer, asbestos is still imported and used in the United States... and it’s still making people sick.
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Can I Sue for Asbestosis?
Although mesothelioma gets most of the attention, asbestosis is another dangerous medical condition caused by exposure to asbestos. If you have been diagnosed with asbestosis or mesothelioma, you may be eligible for compensation. Here is what you need to know.
5 Ways a Mesothelioma Attorney Can Help You
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The High Cost of Mesothelioma Treatments
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be devastating. This rare and highly aggressive cancer will launch you into the battle of a lifetime. While there is no cure, a variety of treatments are available to help slow the disease progression and improve your quality of life.
What Is the Life Expectancy for Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is an aggressive type of cancer primarily caused by asbestos exposure. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, then you probably have a lot of questions about what the future holds. One of the biggest queries you have is most likely about life expectancy, what impacts survivability, and how to treat it.
The Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
The negative health effects caused by asbestos exposure have been well documented. When asbestos fibers are released into the air and inhaled, they can settle into the lower region of the lungs, causing scarring and inflammation. Many individuals who are exposed to asbestos develop certain forms of cancer and other diseases that reduce respiratory function. Sadly, these conditions are often fatal.