Asbestos
Asbestos is a mineral which began being commercially used in the late 1800s,
although it actually dates back thousands of years. Asbestos is very dangerous
and exposure to it has been linked to cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis.
These serious and possibly fatal illnesses may take from 10 to 40 years to
appear after the victim has been exposed, meaning that the victim will have
missed the opportunity to receive immediate and possibly life-saving treatment.
Asbestos has been used in the construction of millions of homes, schools,
hospitals, and various other buildings throughout the world, especially during
the 1940s through the 1970s. The government is aware of the dangers that
Asbestos poses, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) have restricted the use of the mineral
and banned it for many purposes. Unfortunately, many older buildings were
constructed with Asbestos, and various older materials which are still being
used contain Asbestos. Listed below are some products which may contain
Asbestos:
- Stucco
- Pipe insulation
- Roofing and siding materials
- Mufflers
- Ceiling and floor tiles
- Automobile brake lining
- Plastics
- Firefighters' uniforms and other fire resistant materials
- Drywall
If you or a loved on has been exposed to Asbestos and suffered a serious
illness, such as cancer, mesothelioma, or asbestosis you should contact Peterson
& Associates immediately to discuss your case with one of our experienced
Asbestos attorneys. Our dedicated lawyers have vast knowledge of toxic chemicals
and toxic products, and will provide you with accurate legal advice and
aggressive representation.
Disclaimer
The asbestos side effects, including
mesothelioma, or other personal injury legal information presented at this
site should not be construed to be formal legal advice, nor the formation of
a lawyer or attorney-client relationship. Any results set forth herein are
based upon the facts of that particular case and do not represent a promise
or guarantee. Please contact an asbestos attorney or mesothelioma lawyer for
consultation on your particular personal injury matter. This web site is not
intended to solicit clients for matters outside the states of Missouri and
Kansas.
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