Mesothelioma and Asbestos Cases
by
James M. McGing on Jul. 03, 2024
Accident & Injury Mesothelioma
Summary: Workers Continue to Develop Mesothelioma in the U.S. Plain and simple, mesothelioma is a cancer caused by asbestos. According to the Mayo Clinic, Malignant mesothelioma is a type of cancer that occurs in the thin layer of tissue that covers the majority of your internal organs (mesothelium) often becoming trapped in our lungs. Approximately 3,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year in the United States, It often takes decades for the exposure to turn into mesothelioma. Asbestos consist of naturally occurring minerals made up of heat-resistant fibers. It was used in thousands of consumer products both before and after the dangers of asbestos were known. Asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma, lung cancer and other cancers. All mesothelioma cases are caused by asbestos. Who can be held liable? Asbestos manufacturers knew asbestos was deadly and many failed to protect workers and their loved ones. Asbestos exposure commonly occurs when working with the deadly mineral, but companies are liable for secondhand exposure as well and can be held liable to victims and their family members who also became exposed to asbestos that was brought home on work clothing, etc. If you or loved one has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma, contact our office today and speak with former Judge James M. McGing at (773) 467-8000.
Workers Continue to Develop Mesothelioma in the U.S.
Plain and simple, mesothelioma is a cancer caused by asbestos. According to the Mayo Clinic, Malignant mesothelioma is a type of cancer that occurs in the thin layer of tissue that covers the majority of your internal organs (mesothelium) often becoming trapped in our lungs. Approximately 3,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year in the United States, It often takes decades for the exposure to turn into mesothelioma.
Asbestos consist of naturally occurring minerals made up of heat-resistant fibers. It was used in thousands of consumer products both before and after the dangers of asbestos were known. Asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma, lung cancer and other cancers. All mesothelioma cases are caused by asbestos.
Who can be held liable? Asbestos manufacturers knew asbestos was deadly and many failed to protect workers and their loved ones. Asbestos exposure commonly occurs when working with the deadly mineral, but companies are liable for secondhand exposure as well and can be held liable to victims and their family members who also became exposed to asbestos that was brought home on work clothing, etc.
If you or loved one has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma, contact our office today and speak with former Judge James M. McGing at (773) 467-8000.