Why is it important to speak with Louisiana lawyers after a mesothelioma diagnosis?

Louisiana – January 30, 2021

Significance of diagnosis.

The Mayo Clinic categorizes mesothelioma as an aggressive and deadly form of cancer. A cure is not possible for many individuals suffering with this disease, but treatment is available.  The disease is divided into categories based on the affected tissue in a person.  Pleural mesothelioma affects the tissue surrounding the lungs, but peritoneal mesothelioma affects the heart and testicles and is considered the rarer type.  Mesothelioma has devastating impacts to the quality of a person’s life as breathing, and heart function are often compromised.  A mesothelioma attorney in Louisiana can answer questions regarding possible legal action to recover compensation that may assist with medical treatment and bills.

Exposure.

Individuals who have contracted mesothelioma can file claims for assistance to pay for their medical care and other related losses for themselves, and their families in Louisiana.  An experienced toxic exposure attorney can guide filing actions and help with claim documentation.  Mesothelioma manifests as a malignant tumor that is caused by inhaled asbestos fibers and forms in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart resulting in physical, emotional, and financial suffering for individuals. Symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, abdominal swelling, loss of weight and other problems. The life expectancy for most mesothelioma patients is approximately 12 months after diagnosis.

Classes of workers.

Workers who have had risk of exposure to asbestos may include asbestos miners, electricians, plumbers, pipefitters, shipyard workers, insulators, demolition crews, brake mechanics, home remodeling professionals and military personnel.  In the case of military personnel, a personal injury attorney can be instrumental in the claims filing process specific to those veterans who were at risk because of the lack of transparency and widespread use of asbestos-laden products used during 1930-1980.  Work related actions will be based on the non-compliance of companies to protect their workers in these specialized fields.  An experienced toxic exposure attorney in Louisiana can assist victims of toxic exposure and their families.

 Increased risk factors for disease manifestation can include:

• Direct exposure,
• Secondary exposure through fibers on skin and clothing of individuals with direct exposure,
• Family history,
• Radiation treatment to the chest.

Damage recovery.

The recovery of damages will address losses to victims who have become ill, in addition to their families who may have experienced loss because of exposure dangers.  Litigation will identify  all potential entities that may have contributed to the exposure. Mediation and arbitration can allow victims and businesses to achieve a successful damage award in some cases.  Legal counsel can answer questions regarding the recovery of financial assistance through workers’ compensation claims, VA claims, and damage compensation through civil litigation.

Seek legal counsel.

Experienced attorneys at Stag Liuzza understand how important it is to seek compensation to combat mesothelioma’s negative effects related to toxic exposure that caused long term illness leading to permanent disability, or death.

STAG LIUZZA, LLC

One Canal Place
365 Canal Street
Suite 2850
New Orleans, LA 70130

Ph: 504-593-9600
Fax: 504-593-9601

Sources.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mesothelioma/symptoms-causes/syc-20375022#:~:text=Mesothelioma%20is%20an%20aggressive%20and%20deadly%20form%20of,affects%20the%20tissue%20that%20surrounds%20the%20lungs%20%28pleura%29.

https://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=110567

http://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=109387

http://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=109371

https://www.va.gov/search/?query=mesothelioma