Recently, asbestos expert Derrick Dennis was asked to provide an article about asbestos for use by the Arizona Insurance Claims Association.
Dennis’ past has provided him with over 19 years of experience dealing with asbestos in the workplace. Dennis’ article points out that although some people may not consider asbestos to be the health concern it was 10 or 20 years ago, the toxic chemical is still with us. Dennis stated this in his article:
“Massive numbers of industry rookies and veterans alike are entirely unaware or are horribly misinformed regarding this federally, state and locally regulated material. Still today, over 3,000 different asbestos-containing products are imported and used in the U.S. By all indications no change in asbestos policy is forthcoming for the foreseeable future.”
Why Companies Need to Make Changes Now
There are a host of medical conditions that can develop years after exposure to asbestos fibers, including pleural plaque, pleural effusion, asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma.
If you or a loved has received a mesothelioma diagnosis and are unsure of where to turn, know that there is help available. Firm partner Shirin Harrell is a licensed nurse as well as an attorney with a keen insight into the struggles cancer patients face, and co-founding partner Eric Nowak is a seasoned medical litigator who holds responsible parties accountable to their victims.
Contact our Louisiana mesothelioma lawyers today at (504) 522-7885, or visit our website to schedule a free case review.
[Tip of the Week: If you do not know whether something is asbestos or not, assume that it is until it is verified otherwise. Remember that you cannot tell if floor or ceiling tiles contain asbestos just by looking at them.]