New York Mesothelioma Attorneys
Asbestos is a mineral class ubiquitous in construction and industry through the 1980s. It was used extensively in New York shipyards, plumbing, electrical and building manufacture because of its flame, electrical, chemical and sound resistance. Unfortunately, asbestos exposure has also been associated with mesothelioma, a deadly cancer.
Beginning in the late 1800s, industrialists, spurred by the industrial revolution, began to incorporate asbestos into buildings and other manufacture. This usage continued and strengthened during World War II through the Vietnam War. Even after companies and governments began to recognize the hazards of asbestos, they continued to encourage its use.
Because of the heavy use of asbestos in certain industries, mesothelioma and other asbestos-related conditions are often considered occupational illnesses. The industries associated with the heaviest usage of asbestos include:
- Automotive manufacture
- Construction
- Plumbing
- Electrical work
- Shipbuilding
- Railroad construction
- Military, particularly the Navy
- Power and chemical plants
- Metal works
- Textiles
- Teaching and administration
Even after exposure, it can take 30 to 50 years before symptoms of mesothelioma to appear. For this reason, may retired New Yorkers are only now being diagnosed with mesothelioma.
If you or a loved one lived or worked in New York, especially in a high risk occupation, and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, our experienced New York mesothelioma attorneys can help you to gain compensation for your mesothelioma claim. Please contact us today for your free case evaluation by calling 1-877 LOSS RECOVER (567-7732) or emailing.