As defined by the National Cancer Institute, asbestos is a group of minerals, which can naturally be found in rocks and soil, that take the form of tiny fibers. Loose asbestos fibers breathed into the lungs can cause several serious and life-threatening diseases such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. Since individual asbestos fibers cannot be seen by the naked eye, they are inhaled unknowingly and can become trapped in the lungs. When swallowed, the fibers can become embedded into the digestive tract as well.

Due to its heat- and fire-resistant qualities, asbestos has been utilized in many consumer products, automobile parts (clutches, brakes, transmission parts), gaskets, coatings, packaging, and various building materials (roofing shingles, ceiling and floor tiles, paper products, asbestos cement products, etc.) during the 20^th century (EPA).

From the early 1900s, asbestos became prevalent in thousands of products in the United States. Its use ranged from specialized industrial products, such as refractory materials, to everyday products, such as automotive brakes. Millions of Americans were exposed to the deadly carcinogen with mitigating measures not beginning until the late twentieth century. Common products known to have contained asbestos include:

• Insulation
• Gaskets
• Packing
• Pumps
• Valves
• Boilers
• Turbines
• Cooling towers
• Furnaces
• Refractory
• Pipes
• Automotive brakes and clutches
• Joint Compounds
• Plaster
• Floor tiles
• Roofing shingles
• And many more

As stated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Please note that this is not an exhaustive list.

Filing a claim can help you recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages caused by asbestos exposure. This compensation can ease the financial burden on you and your family during the difficult time you are going through. Additionally, holding negligent companies accountable helps prevent future asbestos-related harm to others.

Everyone’s “why” for pursuing a claim is different. For some, it’s about securing their family’s financial future. For others, it’s ensuring their medical bills are covered or leaving a legacy for their children. Some clients simply want justice and to hold those responsible accountable. When we work with you, we take the time to understand your unique “why” because your story and your goals matter to us.

Also, many people don’t realize they have legal options available, or they worry about the complexity of the process. That’s where we come in. We handle the legal work so you can focus on what matters most. A free consultation costs you nothing and can help you understand what you may be entitled to. There’s no obligation, and time is limited due to statutes of limitations, so reaching out sooner rather than later ensures you don’t miss your opportunity for compensation.

We have helped many people navigate their legal options after a preventable diagnosis such as mesothelioma, and we are ready to give our all for you, too. Every case is different and requires experience and knowledge to navigate.

Call our main office at 855-919-8179 or send a general email to set up a case evaluation to see if the Holland Law Firm can help you.

With offices in downtown St. Louis, MO and Madison County, Il we bring unmatched courtroom results to bear for our clients throughout the region.