Mesothelioma: An Aggressive Form of Cancer Caused by Exposure to Toxic Asbestos
Mesothelioma is an aggressive, often fatal cancer that affects the linings of the body’s inner organs. An estimated 3,000 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed in the United States each year, with about 80% blamed on exposure to toxic asbestos, commonly found in construction materials and consumer products. In New York, workers in shipyards, manufacturing plants, and construction trades such as plumbing, electrical, and demolition are most at risk.
If you live in New York and have been exposed to asbestos on the job or at home, you may have rights to be compensated for your injury. You may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical bills, lost income from time missed at work, and other damages. If a loved one has died as the result of mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure, you may qualify for wrongful death damages for your loss. At Mark & Associates, P.C., we are dedicated to helping victims of mesothelioma receive the justice they deserve. Contact us today at 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.
Where Does Mesothelioma Form?
Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer that develops in the mesothelium, a protective lining that covers most of the body's internal organs. It most often forms in the tissue surrounding the lungs, but it may also appear around the abdomen or heart. Mesothelioma can spread quickly and undetected from one part of the body to the other.
What are the Symptoms of Mesothelioma?
People with mesothelioma may experience a variety of symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, and unexplained weight loss. Mesothelioma often goes undetected or misdiagnosed until the cancer has reached an advanced stage, leaving the patient with fewer treatment options. In most cases, a diagnosis of mesothelioma is made following a chest X-Ray and/or CT scan then confirmed with a tissue biopsy.
Can Mesothelioma Be Treated?
Mesothelioma may be treated with traditional cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, cancer drugs, and surgery to remove the cancerous tissue. However, the disease carries a poor prognosis. Just one in five people with mesothelioma survive five years past their diagnosis. However, patients who reach that five-year milestone have a very good chance of living normal, productive lives.
Free Legal Consultation in New York
Have you developed mesothelioma? If so, you may have important legal rights. Workers who have been exposed to the toxic material asbestos are most at risk of developing the fast-moving form of cancer, but spouses and children of exposed workers and others may also contract mesothelioma. The attorneys at Mark & Associates, P.C., will fight to achieve the best possible legal outcome in your case. Please contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation about your potential case. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) or fill out the form on this page.
