Asbestos Related Diseases
Asbestos-related Illness? We’re Here To Help.
It’s no secret that exposure to asbestos can result in a variety of horrible diseases that cause great suffering—many of which, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis, can lie dormant for 20 or more years before symptoms appear.
Recognizing The Symptoms Of Asbestos-Related Diseases
Many asbestos-related illnesses develop slowly. You may not notice symptoms until decades after the exposure occurred. Because these conditions often resemble common respiratory illnesses, many people are initially treated for something else before receiving the correct diagnosis.
If you have a history of working around asbestos and begin experiencing ongoing breathing problems, do not ignore these warning signs:
- Persistent shortness of breath
- A dry cough that will not go away
- Chest or abdominal pain
- Unexpected weight loss
- Fluid around the lungs or abdomen
These symptoms alone cannot confirm an asbestos-related disease. A medical diagnosis supported by imaging, biopsies and other testing is often necessary before pursuing a legal claim. Since we have spent decades standing up for injured Mainers, helping individuals move forward after receiving life-changing diagnoses, we remain ready to help offer the seasoned guidance of a local ally you need.
How Do You Determine Where You Were Exposed To Asbestos
Exposure frequently occurred at shipyards, construction sites, manufacturing facilities, industrial plants, automotive repair shops or during military service, particularly in the U.S. Navy. Others developed illnesses after repeatedly handling a loved one’s contaminated work clothing or through asbestos-containing consumer products and older building materials.
Pinpointing the exact source of exposure is critical to securing justice. That is why our firm leverages a proud 50-year legacy of shaping Maine’s legal world to trace your history back to the source. Our experienced attorney carefully reviews your work history, military service and other potential sources of exposure to identify those responsible.
Who Can Be Held Legally Accountable For Your Diagnosis?
Depending on the circumstances, legal responsibility may include:
- Manufacturers that produced asbestos-containing products.
- Employers who failed to provide a reasonably safe workplace.
- Contractors or property owners who exposed workers to asbestos.
- Companies that supplied hazardous materials without proper warnings.
Every asbestos claim deserves a careful investigation because more than one party may share responsibility. As trusted allies and advocates for injured Mainers, we prepare every case with the same dedication that has helped us recover millions of dollars for injured clients. This gives families confidence that their case is in experienced hands while pursuing the compensation they deserve.
Skill And Experience.
We are skilled and experienced asbestos litigators—our attorneys are nationally recognized for their knowledge and expertise. In fact, did you know that someone in your family could also suffer due to secondary asbestos exposure?
Quite simply, if you’ve been exposed to asbestos in the workplace, you need an attorney with knowledge of the specific elements that come into play in these cases—an ally who is here to fight for you.
Call 207-910-7047 or email us today for a consultation regarding your Asbestos Exposure-related case.