California Attorney With Experience in Asbestos Law
At one time, Americans thought asbestos was a wonder product — a cost-effective insulator that got the job done. It was used as insulation in almost every kind of building possible, including schools, commercial buildings and residential facilities. It was also used in the manufacture of ships, locomotives and aircraft brakes.
Times change. Many people who worked with asbestos became very ill. This included almost anyone who touched the product directly, including brake manufacturers, aircraft manufacturers and those in the locomotive and ship manufacturing industry.
It is now widely known just how dangerous asbestos is and, one by one, the manufacturers and distributors who put asbestos into the stream of commerce are being held accountable.
Asbestos Exposure Effects
Asbestos exposure can have very serious consequences. It is linked to a range of very serious and often deadly consequences:
- Lung cancer
- Mesothelioma
- Pleural plaque (fibrosis on the inner surface of the ribcage and diaphragm)
- Asbestosis
Asbestosis
Asbestosis is a serous, chronic respiratory disease that begins with inhaled asbestos fibers. As these fibers become lodged in the lungs, they create scar tissue and diminish the lungs' capacity.
Symptoms of asbestosis include shortness of breath, chest pain and fatigue. The disease may eventually case cardiac failure as it becomes more advanced. It is often seen in patients who already have cancer.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that invades the mesothelial cells. These are specialized cells that make up the membranes which line the chest and other areas of the body. Asbestos exposure is the main cause of mesothelioma. Asbestos fibers are very tiny and may be inhaled if they become airborne. Once you inhale asbestos fibers, they can remain trapped in your lungs. They may also be distributed through your body to the pleura (the membrane lining the lungs).
Pleural mesothelioma often takes decades to develop. Patients with this type of cancer may first experience difficulty breathing, as well as pain in the lower back or at the side of the chest. Other mesothelioma symptoms may include difficulty swallowing, hoarse voice, sweating and fevers.
If You Are Suffering Because of Asbestos Exposure...
If you are suffering because of exposure to asbestos, take action. The lawyers at our Sacramento area law office can take care of every aspect of your personal injury case for you. We will investigate the causes of your asbestos exposure and will locate every liable party. We are strong negotiators, but if trial is necessary to achieve justice in your case, we will not hesitate to take your case to court.
Contact Miller Law, Inc. toll free at 888-353-0285 or by contacting us online. Initial consultations are free and confidential.
