Asbestos is a material that has not been used in construction or manufacturing for decades. Serious health issues related to asbestos exposure, however, continue to plague people. Exposure to asbestos may lead to mesothelioma, a form of cancer. Many people don’t realize they have mesothelioma until the symptoms start to interfere with their lives, which can be many years after exposure.
If you or a family member has been diagnosed with mesothelioma or asbestosis, or you lost a loved one to the disease, you may be entitled to compensation. A mesothelioma asbestos lawyer may be able to help you pursue financial compensation and benefits. For a free case review, call 877-583-0700.
At Hansen Dirani & Associates Law Offices, we understand how stressful and overwhelming a mesothelioma diagnosis can be. We fight aggressively for clients have been injured through no fault of their own. An asbestos attorney can help you pursue compensation for lost wages, lost income earning potential, lost quality of life and pain and suffering (among other potential damages). Call our Tulsa, Oklahoma, law firm today to see how we can help.
Exposure to the microscopic asbestos fibers may not only affect one person. An exposed worker may have brought the fibers into his or her home, putting family members at risk of mesothelioma from second-hand exposure.
Some occupations carry risk of asbestos exposure, including:
An estimated 21 million workers have been exposed to asbestos in their workplaces since the 1950s. Also, thousands of new cases of asbestos-related disease are diagnosed every year.
The following products generally contained asbestos:
Asbestos exposure can lead to serious personal injuries and significant losses. For a free case review, call Hansen Dirani & Associates: 877-583-0700 or reach us by completing an online contact form.
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