Ohio Mesothelioma Attorneys
Asbestos is a deadly substance, and most people are not aware of its presence at the time that they are exposed. The symptoms of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related illnesses do not appear until 20 years or more have passed. Asbestos exposure can happen virtually anywhere. Thousands of products contain asbestos, it is still commonly found in older homes and buildings, and still in heavy use in some industries. If you have become ill as a result of asbestos exposure, our Ohio mesothelioma attorneys can help.
Asbestos Exposure in the Workplace
The majority of people who develop mesothelioma are those who were exposed to asbestos at work. Asbestos is used in many industries because it is heat and fire resistant.
Asbestos is heat and fire resistant. It is present in many industries and work environments including:
- Oil refineries
- Power plants
- Steel mills
- Auto manufacturing and repair
- Paper mills
- Shipyards
- Cement plants
- Construction
- Demolition
- Disaster response
Asbestos in Buildings and Household Items
In addition to being heat and fire resistant, asbestos is strong, flexible, and resistant to corrosion. It is found in construction materials and common household items.
Regulations imposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the 1970’s cut down on its use, but asbestos has not been banned and is still in use today. Older homes and buildings, including many schools and hospitals, present a greater risk of asbestos exposure. Asbestos is or has been used in construction materials for every part of a building from the foundation to the roofing and everything in between.
Small appliances and household products which may contain asbestos include:
- Toasters
- Toaster ovens
- Slow cookers
- Coffee makers
- Popcorn poppers
- Irons
- Hair dryers
- Curling irons
- Hot pads
- Oven mitts
- Ironing boards
- Tape
- Rope
- Yarn
- Textiles
- Packing material
- Fake snow
- Talc powder
- Potting soil
- Chalkboards
- Cork boards
- Table tops
- Children’s toys
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 Ohio 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 Ohio mesothelioma attorneys right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.