If you’ve been exposed to asbestos, it could take a negative toll on your health. Developing an illness from repeated asbestos exposure is common and may have you facing financial burdens and an uncertain future. An asbestos exposure attorney can give you the legal guidance you need and fiercely fight for your rights to compensation.
What Is Asbestos?
Asbestos refers to a group of six minerals. Because these fibers are heat and corrosion-resistant, they are used in many products, including:
- Insulation
- Building materials
- Floor tiles
While asbestos serves many purposes for materials and products, exposure is dangerous for humans.
Extensive asbestos exposure could result in serious illness. Those most at risk are workers with repeated exposure to asbestos or products made with asbestos, including construction workers.
While asbestos exposure is not as prominent as it once was, it is still possible to see the effects because asbestos can remain, and conditions can develop several years after exposure.
Health Complications Associated with Asbestos Exposure
The most common medical conditions resulting from asbestos exposure include:
- Mesothelioma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Asbestosis
- Different types of cancer, including kidney and throat cancer
While asbestos exposure can cause many types of illnesses, mesothelioma is by far the most common.
Mesothelioma is a very serious type of cancer caused by asbestos exposure. It affects the thin tissue covering major organs, including the lungs and heart. Mesothelioma is unique, as it can take up to 50 years for this cancer to develop after asbestos exposure.
Asbestos is made up of tiny, airborne fibers. When exposed to asbestos, you can inhale or swallow these fibers without noticing. The fibers embed themselves in your organs, like the lungs and heart, and damage cells. Eventually, tumors form, leading to cancer, including mesothelioma.
Illnesses from asbestos exposure can be quite serious. Mesothelioma, for example, is deadly and has no cure.
Can I Sue for Illnesses Related to Asbestos Exposure?
If your illness is related to asbestos exposure, you can file a lawsuit against the responsible party.
For example, those working in the military or manufacturing may have had extensive exposure in the past at previous job sites. In a situation like this, the victim could prove they failed to receive a warning of potential exposure, resulting in their asbestos-related medical condition.
If you’re diagnosed with an illness related to asbestos exposure, discuss your circumstances with an asbestos exposure attorney as soon as possible.
What If My Loved One Passed Away Due to Asbestos Exposure?
If your loved one passed away before they had the opportunity to take legal action for their asbestos exposure-related illness, it might not be too late. You may have a valid claim for wrongful death. A wrongful death lawsuit lets a victim’s family recover financially from the losses they’ve experienced.
The personal representative of the victim’s estate is allowed to file the wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the surviving family. Family members, including spouses and children, can benefit from the settlement or judgment.
An asbestos exposure lawyer can provide valuable legal guidance if a loved one passes away due to asbestos exposure.
An Asbestos Exposure Attorney Can Obtain Fair Financial Recovery on Your Behalf
Lowcountry Law, LLC provides aggressive representation in the fight to get you the financial recovery you deserve. We approach asbestos exposure cases with the compassion they require while working diligently to get the most favorable outcome.
Contact our firm today to request a complimentary consultation, and let’s discuss your case.
