Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure in California
Mesothelioma is considered a fairly uncommon disease. However, the prognosis and chances of survival for victims of mesothelioma are usually not very positive. It is estimated that each year there are an additional 2,000-3,000 new mesothelioma cases. Currently, asbestos is the only known cause of mesothelioma, and while the number of cases in America is declining, cases of the disease in Europe are on the rise.
People over the age of 50 are the most likely to be diagnosed with mesothelioma. However, because it can take 20-50 years after exposure for symptoms to appear, younger people are also at risk.
How asbestos causes mesothelioma
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of long, sharp fibrous crystals. The unique size and shape of asbestos particles makes them especially easy to inhale or ingest accidentally. Like tiny splinters, the crystals penetrate human tissue and organ lining, causing inflammation. Over time, the presence of asbestos can cause cell damage and ultimately cancer.
If you believe that you have been negligently exposed to asbestos and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact The Asbestos Legal Center today.
What was asbestos used for in the Bay Area?
At the end of the 19th century, asbestos became popular because of its resistance to heat, chemical and electrical damage, sound absorption and elastic strength. Asbestos was used in certain insulating material, flooring, and household appliances, along with the following products:
- Drywall
- Insulation
- Joint compounds
- Floor tiles
- Transite pipes
Protecting the Rights of Mesothelioma Victims
Victims of mesothelioma cancer may be entitled to compensation. The attorneys at The Asbestos Legal Center help mesothelioma victims and their families obtain the compensation they deserve. Contact our firm today either by phone 1-800-970-DUST (3878) or via our online form to learn more about your legal rights and to receive a complementary information packet.
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Asbestos Legal Center • 582 Market Street, Suite 608 San Francisco, CA 94104
Phone: 1-800-970-DUST (3878)
Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure in California
Mesothelioma is considered a fairly uncommon disease. However, the prognosis and chances of survival for victims of mesothelioma are usually not very positive. It is estimated that each year there are an additional 2,000-3,000 new mesothelioma cases. Currently, asbestos is the only known cause of mesothelioma, and while the number of cases in America is declining, cases of the disease in Europe are on the rise.
People over the age of 50 are the most likely to be diagnosed with mesothelioma. However, because it can take 20-50 years after exposure for symptoms to appear, younger people are also at risk.
How asbestos causes mesothelioma
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of long, sharp fibrous crystals. The unique size and shape of asbestos particles makes them especially easy to inhale or ingest accidentally. Like tiny splinters, the crystals penetrate human tissue and organ lining, causing inflammation. Over time, the presence of asbestos can cause cell damage and ultimately cancer.
If you believe that you have been negligently exposed to asbestos and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact The Asbestos Legal Center today.
What was asbestos used for in the Bay Area?
At the end of the 19th century, asbestos became popular because of its resistance to heat, chemical and electrical damage, sound absorption and elastic strength. Asbestos was used in certain insulating material, flooring, and household appliances, along with the following products:
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Protecting the Rights of Mesothelioma Victims
Victims of mesothelioma cancer may be entitled to compensation. The attorneys at The Asbestos Legal Center help mesothelioma victims and their families obtain the compensation they deserve. Contact our firm today either by phone 1-800-970-DUST (3878) or via our online form to learn more about your legal rights and to receive a complementary information packet.
Asbestos Legal Center • 582 Market Street, Suite 608 San Francisco, CA 94104
Phone: 1-800-970-DUST (3878)
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Millions in Compensation
Asbestos was once widely used, and many employers and product manufacturers failed to provide adequate warnings regarding the risks of asbestos exposure. As a result of such negligence, mesothelioma victims can file a lawsuit to potentially obtain millions in compensation for their illness. The only known cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos.
