Texas Mesothelioma Attorneys
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HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED FROM ASPESTOS EXPOSURE IN TEXAS?
Mesothelioma, a disease associated with asbestos exposure, causes either benign or malignant tumors to form along the lining of the lungs, heart, or abdomen. In almost every case seen by mesothelioma attorneys, the disease has resulted from exposure to asbestos and when malignant, has always been deadly.
Mesothelioma Statistics in Texas
Texas, with its concentration of oil refineries, chemical plants, and shipyards, has a significant history of occupational asbestos exposure. Texas ranks fifth in the U.S. for asbestos-related deaths, with a total of 2,761 recorded mesothelioma fatalities. Additionally, Texas exhibits an age-adjusted mesothelioma incidence rate of 0.6 cases per 100,000 people, placing it among the highest in the nation.
Despite this concerning statistic, Texas is home to several leading cancer treatment facilities in the nation, including three National Cancer Institute comprehensive cancer centers: the Dan L. Duncan Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, the University of Texas Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center in Dallas, and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.
Between 1999 and 2017, approximately 15,348 individuals in Texas lost their lives due to exposure to asbestos. Among these fatalities, 2,688 were attributed to mesothelioma, 10,752 to asbestos-related lung cancer, and 2,012 to asbestosis, as reported by the Environmental Working Group.
These tragic deaths could have been prevented if the companies involved in manufacturing, processing, and utilizing asbestos had prioritized ethical conduct over profits. Instead, their choices prioritized financial gains at the expense of the health and safety of their employees and the general public, resulting in dire consequences.
Asbestos Cancer Victims Deserve Justice & Compensation
Few people realize that the malignant form of mesothelioma can sometimes take more than 30 years to grow. The fact that mesothelioma can take so long to develop means that some patients diagnosed today were probably exposed to asbestos between the 1960 and the late 1980s. Some bans established by the EPA were not put in place until 1989. Unfortunately, this is why there is still such a high rate of a mesothelioma diagnosis.
Have You or a Loved One Been Exposed to Asbestos?
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, we encourage you to call our office immediately. We can also help if you are the family member of someone who has died because of this disease, or if you have been exposed to asbestos. We will review your case for free and help you determine the source of your exposure. Don’t delay the possibility of recovering damages for your medical expenses, future medical care, and pain and suffering. Wrongful death claims can sometimes be filed by surviving spouses or dependents up to 10 years after the date of death.
Call our mesothelioma attorneys in Irving, Texas today at 972-793-8989. There is no cost for a case evaluation, and the Dashner Law Firm can help you fight for your rights while getting the compensation you deserve.
Mesothelioma Exposure FAQ’s
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart. It is primarily caused by inhaling or ingesting asbestos fibers, which can become lodged in the body and lead to the development of cancerous tumors over time.
Mesothelioma cases due to asbestos exposure are relatively common in Texas, particularly among individuals who worked in industries such as construction, manufacturing, shipbuilding, and automotive repair, where asbestos was commonly used until the late 20th century.
Victims of mesothelioma exposure in Texas may seek compensation for various damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of consortium, and other economic and non-economic losses.
A Texas mesothelioma exposure attorney can investigate the circumstances of your asbestos exposure, identify potentially liable parties, and pursue compensation through legal avenues such as asbestos trust funds, settlements, or lawsuits.
Evidence commonly used to support a mesothelioma exposure claim in Texas may include medical records documenting the diagnosis and treatment of mesothelioma, employment history records detailing asbestos exposure, witness testimony from coworkers or others familiar with the working conditions, and documentation of asbestos-containing products used at job sites.
CONTACT DASHNER LAW FIRM
If you have been injured in an accident, then the Dashner Law Firm can help you. Call our personal injury lawyers today at 972-793-8989 to speak with an attorney about your situation. The consultation is free and, if you cannot come to us because of your injuries, we’ll come to you.
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