Health experts have known about the link between asbestos exposure and lung cancer for nearly 100 years. Workers who were employed at job sites where asbestos was used or other individuals who were exposed to asbestos may be at risk of developing lung cancer decades after they were exposed.
If you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos prior to 1982 and have been diagnosed with lung cancer or other diseases caused by asbestos exposure, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit and receive compensation for your illness and medical expenses.
To start your claim today, contact the asbestos lawyers at Hissey Mulderig & Friend by calling our office toll-free at 1-855-500-3734, or by filling out our free claims submission form on the left side of this page.
Asbestos Exposure and Lung Cancer
Lung cancer causes more deaths from asbestos exposure than any other disease.
The numbers of deaths from lung cancer among workers who were employed at jobsites with asbestos – including chemical plants, oil refineries, paper mills, power plants, steel mills, textile mills, and U.S. Navy ships and shipyards – is much higher than among the general population.
When workers at job sites such as these are exposed to asbestos, asbestos fibers can become trapped in their lungs. Over time, the presence of these fibers causes the growth of cancerous cells, resulting in lung cancer.
Lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure can spread to other parts of the body, resulting in cancers of the lymph nodes, the brain, bones, the liver, adrenal glands, or other areas of the body.
Lung Cancer Symptoms
Some of the most common symptoms of lung cancer resulting from asbestos exposure include:
- Anemia
- Blood in the sputum (saliva and mucus)
- Changes in breathing
- Chest pain
- Coughing
- Headaches
- Hoarseness
- Shortness of breath
- Tiredness or fatigue
- Weight loss
If you were exposed to asbestos and have developed any of the above symptoms, contact the lawyers at Hissey Mulderig & Friend to find out whether you qualify to receive a free asbestos health exam courtesy of our law firm to check for signs of lung cancer or other asbestos-related diseases.
Asbestos Lung Cancer Lawsuits
Individuals who were exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with lung cancer may qualify to take legal action and receive compensation for their illness and the medical expenses caused by their asbestos exposure.
Thousands of asbestos lawsuits have been filed against companies that manufactured or used asbestos products by workers or their loved ones who developed lung cancer or other diseases after being exposed. An experienced asbestos attorney can help you to prepare all of the information necessary to file a lawsuit and guide you through the process of taking legal action.
Anyone who was exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with lung cancer or other asbestos diseases is eligible to file a lawsuit. Family members who represent the estate of an individual who died from lung cancer or other diseases caused by asbestos exposure may also be eligible to take legal action.
Workers and other individuals who developed lung cancer from asbestos exposure and their families may also be eligible to file a claim with an asbestos trust. Many companies that manufactured products with asbestos were required by the courts to set up trusts that were designed to compensate individuals who were diagnosed with asbestos-related diseases.
Start Your Claim Today
If you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos before 1982 and have been diagnosed with lung cancer, mesothelioma, or other diseases, you may qualify to file a lawsuit or file an asbestos trust claim and receive compensation for your illness and the medical costs associated with treating it.
To begin the process of filing your claim today, contact the lawyers at Hissey Mulderig & Friend by calling our office toll-free at 1-855-500-3734.
You can also reach our firm by filling out the free claims form at the top of this page. After we receive your message, one of our staff members will contact you to discuss your case and help you schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys.
