Asbestos &amp; Mesothelioma News

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Exploring the Different Types of Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the mesothelium, or the lining around many of the internal organs. It is a very aggressive form of cancer that can take years to develop, and in many cases symptoms don’t appear until the cancer is in its later stages. Treatment for mesothelioma is available, but there is no known cure. Asbestos and Mesothelioma The only cause of mesothelioma is asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that was once widely used in several American industries. Hot water pipes, automobile brake pads, drywall and textiles may all contain asbestos, especially if they were...

29 May

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Clearing Up the Complexities of Asbestos Law

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control, 2,500 people have died each year between 1999-2010 as a result of a losing battle with mesothelioma, a malignant cancerous tumor that forms in the lungs. This disease is a result of asbestos exposure, particularly among certain individuals who worked in construction-related occupations, steel mills, chemical plants and power generating stations with direct contact to the material or were engaged in shipbuilding activities. Individuals suffering from the effects of long-term asbestos exposure resulting in mesothelioma, lung cancer or other life-threatening ailments may file asbestos lawsuits as a way to alleviate the financial...

29 May

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Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Asbestos Disease

Asbestos was once considered something of a wonder material for its durability and its resistance to heat and corrosion. There was a time when it could be found in textiles, drywall, clothing, gaskets, insulation, cement, pumps, brakes, machinery and other building materials. That changed years ago when it was discovered that asbestos exposure could be linked to serious health conditions such as asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Even though asbestos isn’t as prominent as it once was, asbestos-related illnesses still affect thousands of Americans every year. What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a group of naturally-occurring fibrous minerals. The minerals have thin, microscopic...

29 May

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Mesothelioma Compensation: How Much is Enough?