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Asbestos in Consumer Products

Asbestos in Consumer Products Asbestos is often associated with industrial settings and building products, but it was also used in products people purchased and used every day, including appliances, home decor, personal care products, and even toys. If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma and did not have occupational asbestos exposure, the exposure may have occurred […]

First Responders Exposed to Asbestos | Mesothelioma Risks

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First Responders Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma First responders sacrifice their safety to save others, often venturing into damaged buildings and other environments where invisible asbestos fibers are present in high concentrations. As a result, first responders face a higher-than-average risk of developing mesothelioma and other life-threatening illnesses. If you or a loved one has been […]

Mesothelioma in Firefighter and Asbestos Exposure

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Mesothelioma in Firefighters and Asbestos Exposure Firefighters are heroes who risk their lives to save others, but the dangers of their jobs do not cease when the fire goes out. Firefighters exposed to asbestos may develop mesothelioma or other related illnesses 10 to 40 years later. These brave men and women may be entitled to […]

Workers Compensation for Mesothelioma

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Workers’ Compensation for Mesothelioma If you were exposed to asbestos in the workplace and later developed mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, or another asbestos-related illness, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation benefits for mesothelioma patients include partial wage replacement and coverage for mesothelioma treatment. Surviving family members of mesothelioma patients who pass away […]

VA Compensation for Asbestos Exposure – 2025 Rates, Eligibility & Disability Ratings

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VA Compensation for Asbestos Exposure – 2025 Rates, Eligibility & Disability Ratings If you are a veteran with an asbestos-related illness, you may be eligible for monthly tax-free VA compensation ranging from $175.51 to more than $3831.30. The 2025 VA compensation rate for asbestos exposure is based on your disability rating and number of dependents. […]

Occupational Asbestos Exposure

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Occupational Asbestos Exposure Employers are required by law to protect their employees from occupational asbestos exposure. If you were exposed to asbestos at work and developed a disease as a result, you may be eligible to file a claim. Navigate This Page What Is Occupational Asbestos Exposure? High-Risk Asbestos Exposure Occupations Are People Still at […]

List of Companies That Used Asbestos

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List of Companies That Used Asbestos Navigate This Page Asbestos Use Today Asbestos Companies Knew Asbestos Was Harmful Can Asbestos Companies Still Be Sued? Asbestos Companies That Have Not Declared Bankruptcy How Can the Lanier Law Firm Help Me With My Asbestos Claim? Why Is the Lanier Law Firm the Best Choice in Asbestos Litigation? […]

9/11 World Trade Center Asbestos Exposure

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9/11 World Trade Center Asbestos Exposure The effects of asbestos are only now starting to manifest in first responders, workers, and residents who were in or near the World Trade Center on 9/11. As a result, the true death toll may not be known for decades. Individuals impacted by 9/11 asbestos exposure who developed mesothelioma […]

Asbestos Exposure

Asbestos Exposure Nearly 250,000 people are killed worldwide every year due to asbestos-related illnesses. These include lung cancer and mesothelioma, which often take decades to develop and show symptoms. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness, our attorneys can help you get the compensation you deserve. Navigate This Page […]

Asbestos Products and Asbestos-Containing Materials

Products & Materials Containing Asbestos The asbestos mineral possesses fireproof, waterproof, non-conductive, and other properties, which made it a popular additive in products before its partial ban in the 1980s. Common products that use asbestos include insulation, cement, water heaters, duct tape, and auto brake pads. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma and suspect you […]