Georgia Mesothelioma Attorneys
Asbestos is a set of fibrous minerals. It is used in thousands of applications for its heat resistance, fire resistance, strength, and flexibility. Most people who are diagnosed with mesothelioma and asbestos-related illnesses today were exposed 20 to 50 years ago. Asbestos is still present in many buildings, is still in use in many industries and being used in many products that you can find on the shelves today. If you have developed mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness our Georgia mesothelioma attorneys can help.
Asbestos in the Workplace
Mesothelioma is most often found in people who were exposed to asbestos on the job. Industries, trades, and work environments where asbestos is commonly found include:
- Construction
- Remodeling
- Demolition
- Power plants
- Steel mills
- Shipyards
- Oil refineries
- Mines
- Welding
- Automotive manufacturing
- Automotive repair
- Appliance manufacturing
- Appliance repair
- Firefighting
- Disaster response
Construction Materials
Many older buildings and homes still contain asbestos in their construction materials. If you suspect that your home contains asbestos, you should not try to remove it yourself. The removal process can release the asbestos fibers into the air exposing you and your family. A certified asbestos removal professional can safely remove asbestos from your home or building.
Asbestos has been used in construction materials for every part of the home in every phase of building. Construction materials which may contain asbestos include:
- Duct work
- Adhesives
- Insulation
- Wallboard
- Sheetrock
- Acoustic tiles
- Electrical wiring
- Vinyl flooring
- Roofing felt
- Shingles
- Cement pipes
- Masonry fill
- Siding
- Joint compounds
- Paint
- Decorative plaster
Household Items
Asbestos may be found in various items that you have around the house including:
- Oven mitts
- Ironing boards
- Hairdryers
- Toasters
- Fake snow
- Tape
- Yarn
- Packing materials
- Rope
- Talc powder
- Potting soil
If you or a loved one has mesothelioma or any asbestos-related illness, please call or submit an online questionnaire. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if our Georgia mesothelioma attorneys agree to handle your mesothelioma claim, they will work on a contingent fee basis, which means they only get paid for their services if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before the expiration of the statute of limitations. Please call our Georgia mesothelioma attorneys right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.