Mesothelioma is an aggressive and incurable cancer that is caused by exposure to asbestos. Many thousands of people in New York suffer from this disease, including here in Mount Vernon. At the Williams Law Firm, we are dedicated to helping clients suffering from this disease recover the compensation they deserve. When you need a Mount Vernon mesothelioma attorney, call us today so we can get the investigation started.
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, or if you have lost a loved one due to the illness, it is important to find an attorney who has a track record of success with these cases. At the Williams Law Firm:
Mesothelioma is an aggressive and non-curable form of cancer caused by asbestos exposure. There are between 2,000 and 3,000 cases of mesothelioma diagnosed each year in the US, though this illness is hard to detect. The most common symptoms of the illness include chest pain and shortness of breath, which can be mistaken for other illnesses. Many people are not diagnosed until the late stages of mesothelioma.
Asbestos was widely used in the US throughout the 1900s, most commonly in ships and shipyards, industrial sites, homes, buildings, and vehicles. The fibers of asbestos are known carcinogens and can work their way into the human body when inhaled or swallowed. Industrial workers, their family members, those living around asbestos are more at risk of developing mesothelioma, though it can take decades for signs and symptoms of the disease to appear.
Mount Vernon and our surrounding areas have been adversely affected by mesothelioma. From 1999 to 2013, there were an estimated 529 deaths due to asbestos-related exposure in Westchester County. There is an asbestos-related death rate in this county of 3.7 deaths for every 100,000 people.
In Mount Vernon, the following have been locations where people have been exposed to asbestos:
It is important to understand that these are not the only locations where asbestos is present in Mount Vernon. Many others have likely been exposed at work and in their homes and never knew it happened.
Securing compensation for your mesothelioma-related expenses is important. At the Williams Law Firm, we have the experience you need to get through this. Depending on the facts of your case, you could be entitled to compensation through the following routes:
We will work to secure coverage for all medical bills related to the cancer, lost income, pain and suffering damages, as well as emotional support. If you have lost a loved one, we will help with your wrongful death claim. When you need a Mount Vernon mesothelioma lawyer, you can contact us for a free consultation of your case by clicking here or by calling (855) 575-6376.
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