Mesothelioma Information
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops after exposure to the mineral asbestos. There are several different kinds of mesothelioma cancer, each targeting a different area such as the heart, lungs, chest, and abdomen. But while the disease is rare, nearly 3,000 new cases are diagnosed yearly across the United States. Sadly, many of these patients cannot be successfully treated because by the time the cancer is caught, it has progressed too far.
As a victim or the loved one of a victim, you might be wondering how you even became exposed to asbestos in the first place. Most likely, the exposure occurred at you or your loved one’s place of employment, especially if the job was in the construction or shipping field. Asbestos was once commonly used for parts such as plumbing materials or for insulation due to its thermal properties, durability, and resilience, but it’s usage has declined drastically after the minerals harmful effects were discovered. Yet, use of asbestos is not prohibited in the U.S., which means you may still be exposed to asbestos at any given moment.
When intact, asbestos doesn’t pose much of a problem. It is only when the mineral is disturbed that caution should be taken. When asbestos fibers become airborne, they can be inhaled by unsuspecting victims, which can lead to the development of mesothelioma among other health complications. Once mesothelioma is acquired, there is no cure. However, the faster it is diagnosed, the more likely that medical treatment can slow the cancer’s progression.
Even if you or someone you love who has mesothelioma was able to catch the cancer with sufficient time to obtain medical treatment, you may still be entitled to compensation. Compensation can cover the cost of medical expenses, lost wages due to time off of work or the inability to work because of the disease, and general pain and suffering if you lost a loved one to this asbestos-related cancer. The best way to ensure maximum compensation is recovered is with the help of an experienced mesothelioma attorney.
So what are you waiting for? Pick up the phone and contact one of our featured Ohio mesothelioma lawyers to request a consultation. All initial appointments are free of charge, so you can feel free to ask the attorney as many questions as you like regarding your rights.
