Can I file an asbestos-related lawsuit?
Although the EPA has made regulations to promote protection from asbestos, and organizations such as the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) have manufactured respirators for asbestosexposed industrialists to use, workers are still experiencing asbestos related illnesses: as of May 2005, a 32yearold miner, believed to be the youngest person to have contracted the asbestosrelated cancer mesothelioma, has died.
If you feel you have been exposed to high levels of asbestos, notify your employer at once and seek medical testing. Chest xrays can help identify lung changes resulting from asbestos exposure, and asbestos fibers can be measured in urine and blood tests. If it is determined that you do have an asbestosrelated illness, you can contact an attorney to learn of your rights, and to file a lawsuit for injuries sustained. The Statute of Limitations states that anyone can bring an asbestosrelated lawsuit within two years of discovering an asbestosrelated illness, regardless of the last time of exposure. Individuals with asbestosrelated diseases may also qualify for financial help under state workers compensation laws, including medical payments, and damages awarded for wrongful death lawsuits.
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Other Asbestos FAQs
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What is asbestos and what is it used for?
Asbestos is a group of fibrous, naturally occurring minerals found in soil and rock that can be separated and spun into long threads. The three most common types of … more -
Is asbestos hazardous to your health? Can it cause diseases?
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), and the EPA have determined that asbestos is in fact a human carcinogen, and that breathing high levels of … more -
Who is most likely to be at risk?
Nearly everyone is exposed to asbestos at some point during their life. Drinking water may contain asbestos from natural sources, or from … more -
Has the federal government made regulations to decrease asbestos exposure?
Yes. In 1989, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned all new uses of asbestos; however, uses established prior to 1989 are still permitted. … more
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