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Asbestos Lawyers

Asbestos lawyers are licensed attorneys specializing in the area of mesothelioma, lung cancer and other asbestos related illnesses. Because these attorneys have extensive experience in asbestos related law, they are better equipped to handle the challenges that this type of case often has in a court of law. Often, they work on the side of the plaintiff who is filing a civil suit against a business, organization or person for negligence in protecting the plaintiff from exposure to asbestos material, which is a highly dangerous substance that when breathed in, even in small amounts can lead to the development of a highly fatal form of cancer. Those who work in asbestos law are often specialized attorneys with experience in these types of cases.

Fast Facts

  • The average survival time after diagnosis of asbestos cancer, or mesothelioma is about one year.
  • Doctors often use a five year survival rate to be a indication of the risks and fatalities associated with a condition and the five year survival rate after diagnosis for mesothelioma is only ten percent.

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Did You Know?

The automotive industry uses asbestos in vehicle brakeshoes and clutch pads. More than 5,000 products contain or have contained asbestos. Auto repair & brake repair mechanics can be at risk.

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