Mesothelioma is a very rare type of cancer that occurs in the cells that line the lungs, abdominal cavity or the heart. The only known cause of Mesothelioma in the United States is exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a naturally occurring fiber that has been mined for thousands of years. Its use goes back to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It was used ancient times to increase clothing durability, as a fire retardant in pottery, and to embalm the pharaohs, among other things. The word “asbestos” comes from the Greek word meaning “inextinguishable” or “indestructible.” Mesothelioma is a “latent” disease meaning that it does not typically develop until many years after the first exposure to asbestos. Mesothelioma can develop even 40 or 50 years after exposure to asbestos and can result from remote and limited exposure to asbestos.
Ongoing medical costs, even for those with exception insurance coverage, all over whelming. When your doctor informs you that you have Mesothelioma, the right legal representation can determine how much of a financial burden your condition may be on your fmaily. Richardson Patrick Westbrook & Brickman recently launched the Mesothelioma Advocy website to help people better understand their situation. This law firm has helped others in their time of need.
