Mesothelioma is a rare disease caused as a result of malignant cancerous cells lining the body’s cavities such as the chest, abdominal region or the area surrounding the heart. It is usually associated with exposure to asbestos which has been documented in as many as 70-80% of all mesothelioma cases. This disease is very difficult to assess consistently due to the great variability in time before diagnosis and the rate of progression of malignant mesothelioma.
Your legal rights:
Companies that make and deal with asbestos products have known about the dangers of asbestos-related diseases for more than six decades. In order to increase their profit margins, some companies kept this information quiet, which put workers and their families at risk.
Dealing with asbestos can cause serious diseases. Regrettably, many companies thought that they would be able to cut corners and save some money at the expense of endangering their workers. Fortunately, there are laws that help to protect those individuals that have been harmed by exposure to asbestos-related products.
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