The Ongoing Threat of Asbestos Exposure in the U.S.
Despite being banned in nearly 70 countries due to its link to various forms of cancer, asbestos is still imported and used in the United States... and it’s still making people sick.
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Can I Sue for Asbestosis?
Although mesothelioma gets most of the attention, asbestosis is another dangerous medical condition caused by exposure to asbestos. If you have been diagnosed with asbestosis or mesothelioma, you may be eligible for compensation. Here is what you need to know.
The Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
The negative health effects caused by asbestos exposure have been well documented. When asbestos fibers are released into the air and inhaled, they can settle into the lower region of the lungs, causing scarring and inflammation. Many individuals who are exposed to asbestos develop certain forms of cancer and other diseases that reduce respiratory function. Sadly, these conditions are often fatal.
Asbestos Exposure in the Navy
Out of all United States military branches, the United States Navy's veterans have the highest risk of developing mesothelioma and other asbestos-related illnesses. All veterans who have been diagnosed and whose diagnoses have been attributed to asbestos exposure during the time they served in the military can get treatment and benefits through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) and may be entitled to compensation through VA claims and asbestos trust funds.
Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder Cancer Lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson got its start selling surgical dressings in 1886, but it was the company’s expansion to baby care products in 1894 that made Johnson & Johnson a household name. The company’s baby powder, made from crushed talc, has been a nursery staple ever since. Today, Johnson & Johnson offers a stunning variety of products from Band-Aids to shampoos, with global sales of more than $93.7 billion in 2021. But its beloved baby powder has been under fire since 2017. Here’s what you need to know.
Were You Exposed to Asbestos Through a Hair Dryer?
Many people are aware of the common places where asbestos has been found, such as in insulation, drywall, and automotive parts. But asbestos has shown up in some lesser-known and somewhat surprising places too. As a result, in the past, some people may have unknowingly exposed themselves to asbestos, which can cause mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis, while doing chores around the home or using everyday products such as asbestos exposure through a hand-held hairdryer.
Why Hire a Law Firm for Your Asbestos Case
If you or a family member recently received an asbestos-related disease diagnosis such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, or asbestosis, you have an unenviable road ahead of you. You deserve all of the support you can get from family, friends and a law firm that has your best interests in mind and will fight for you on the legal side of things.
Asbestos Exposure for Industrial and Power Plant Workers
There has been a long history of industrial and power plant workers in Illinois being exposed to asbestos- a known human carcinogen. Thousands of workers have reported cases of mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases as a result.
Construction Workers and Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos has been used in many different types of building supplies and has had varying construction applications, particularly before the 1980s. Asbestos, now a known human carcinogen, was a common and choice mineral to be used in materials that needed to be insulated and also fire resistant. Because asbestos had all the desirable properties, it was used en masse for decades, until the dangers of asbestos to the human body became widely known.
Asbestos Exposure Risks in Military Housing
In the United States, military occupations have the highest number of mesothelioma patients and roughly a third of all mesothelioma patients are veterans. Veterans, particularly those who served during the 1930s and 1980s, have been exposed to large amounts of asbestos on naval ships, in shipyards, in base barracks, and in military housing.