Exposure to asbestos can come from any number of sources. It can come from working in asbestos mines. It can also be derived from the manufacturing process. If you work with asbestos products in the construction building, you can also suffer from exposure to asbestos. There is also a possibility exposure to asbestos may come from the damage to an asbestos-based product at home or elsewhere. How you are exposed, for how long and the strength of the dose of asbestos are all factors in determining the possibility of contracting any type of asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma and asbestosis. The law is clear in most countries the amount of asbestos workers may be exposed to. There is also legislation governing the use of asbestos in manufacturing. A lawyer can determine whether your employer or the manufacturer has broken any health and safety laws or contravened laws regarding the importation or usage of asbestos. Exposure to asbestos can lead to debilitating health issues as well as death. Know your rights. Check with a lawyer in your state.