Asbestos Facts

At Least 43,073 People Have Been Killed By Asbestos Since 1979

At least 63,073 shipments were sent from Libby, MT between 1948 and 1993

People affected by mesothelioma by state

Top 5 Mesothelioma States

1. California
2. Florida
3. New York
4. Pennsylvania
5. Texas

What Causes Mesothelioma?

Mesothelioma has only one known cause, exposure to asbestos. Though the duration and manner of exposure can increase risk for developing mesothelioma, any exposure to the deadly material whether in buildings, on the job, at home, in consumer products, or in the environment can result in mesothelioma.

Asbestos Exposure On the Job

Several industries utilize asbestos during manufacturing, building, and/or processing, putting workers at risk for developing mesothelioma. Similarly offices, schools, hospitals and other buildings can also contain dangerous levels of asbestos that can affect worker’s health. Learn more about the causes of on the job asbestos exposure and the types of trades that have the highest rates of asbestos related disease.

Products Containing Asbestos

Despite the known dangers of asbestos, an alarming number of products still contain asbestos. When exposure to these products results in mesothelioma or another type of asbestos related disease, makers of the product may be held legally responsible for the damage they have caused. Learn more about products containing asbestos and mesothelioma cases involving defective product litigation.

Environmental Asbestos Exposure

Environmental asbestos pollution resulting from industrial waste can be a tremendous health hazard and is proven to increase the instance of mesothelioma and other asbestos related diseases with in susceptible populations. Learn more about the types of manufacturing that cause asbestos pollution and the regions of the United States most at risk for environmental exposure

Asbestos Exposure in the Home

Many building materials, appliances, and other products used to create a comfortable home can expose residents to dangerous levels of asbestos. Even residents that take steps to rid their home of asbestos may fall victim to exposure resulting from a recklessly executed asbestos removal job. Learn more about potential asbestos exposure risks around the household, building standards, and laws regulating proper asbestos removal procedures.

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If you or a loved one has been exposed to asbestos and subsequently diagnosed with mesothelioma, the attorneys of Mark & Associates, P.C. can help obtain financial compensation for suffering, medical costs and other losses resulting from the illness.

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