Asbestos is a bundle of fibers composed of six minerals found naturally in the earth, which can be separated into thin threads.

What blue-collar workers carry the highest risk of exposure to asbestos products?

Asbestos Miners Construction Workers Factory Workers Shipbuilders Firefighters Auto Mechanics Power Plant Workers

What buildings in New York City are known to contain or have contained asbestos?

New York-Presbyterian Hospital Metropolitan Transportation Authority Apartment buildings

What are the naval professions with high-risk exposure to asbestos?

Gunner’s mate Electrician’s mate Boatswain’s mate Hull maintenance technicians Machinists Fire controllers Welders Pipefitters

What U.S. Army personnel occupations have experienced the highest levels of asbestos exposure?

Infantry Vehicle mechanic Aircraft mechanic Artillery

What are the most well-known asbestos-related diseases?

Mesothelioma Asbestosis Other Cancers

What types of compensation are available for mesothelioma victims?

Mesothelioma victims can receive substantial compensation, which could include the following damages: Medical bills Lost wages Lost projected future wages Pain and suffering Loss of consortium Loss of society

What options are available for family members?

In the devastating circumstance in which the victim passes away before a case can be filed, the family has the option to file a wrongful death lawsuit, trust fund claim, VA claim or a combination thereof.

What is the statute of limitations to file a mesothelioma claim in New York?

In New York, asbestos injury lawsuits must be initiated within three years of the injured person’s diagnosis. Lawsuits based upon the death of an asbestos victim must be brought within two years of date of death.

Do I need an attorney to represent me in my asbestos case?

Asbestos cases require an individual to oppose a large corporation with massive resources. These companies use their resources to hire high-powered corporate attorneys to minimize compensation or oppose it altogether. You need an asbestos lawyer on your side who is at least as adept as the opposing counsel.

Why should I choose The Lanier Law Firm?

Founded in 1990 by Mark Lanier, The Lanier Law Firm has amassed over 30 years of experience in asbestos litigation. Having witnessed firsthand the physical and emotional suffering experienced by mesothelioma patients and their loved ones, it gives us great satisfaction to help these families in their time of need.

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