Denver, CO 10/30/2008 5:26:12 AM
LegalView Informs Americans of Potential Asbestos Dangers Lurking During Home Efficiency Remodels
LegalView, the number one resource for everything and anything legal on the Web, recently reminded readers of its mesothelioma information blog of a deadly contaminant that may exist in millions of homes throughout the United States. As individuals try to save money in the declining economy by remodeling homes for more energy efficiency they may be exposing themselves and their family members to a cancer-causing contaminant known as asbestos, which can be found in the insulation of many homes. If asbestos dust or fibers are inhaled they can cause the slow progression of cancerous cells developing within the lining of the lungs and abdomen. Individuals who are exposed to such a poisonous mineral are unaware of their condition for up to 20 to 30 years, at which point treatment becomes decreasingly successful. Individuals who feel they may have been exposed to asbestos should seek medical assistance immediately.
Additionally, locating a mesothelioma law firm that can put them in touch with a mesothelioma attorney, who can provide a free legal consultation on the development of any potential mesothelioma case, can offer a victim relief. Also, it may provide a victim with potential monetary compensation as an outcome. As a result, a mesothelioma victim will be able to pay for costly medical treatments to better manage their condition.
Individuals who will be remodeling homes and may come into contact with asbestos are advised by the Mesothelioma and Asbestos Awareness Center to contact a home inspector or asbestos consultant as well as to have the water heater sleeves and wiring insulation to be checked for asbestos as these are common places that asbestos was implemented during the construction of homes, apartment buildings, schools, offices and hospitals at the height of the contaminants use. While the application of asbestos in the construction industry is currently banned, it was widely used for its fire-retardant and cost-efficient qualities throughout the 20th century. Potential victims of mesothelioma should consult with an experienced lawyer who can provide assistance on the development of a mesothelioma lawsuit, as it may be financially necessary if a mesothelioma diagnosis is determined.
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Individuals who have suffered from a truck accident will know that truck accidents are the most fatal and costly vehicular accidents that can occur. Involvement in a truck accident can be an extremely difficult and scary incident, which is why it is important to be examined by a medical professional even if no signs of an injury are present and it is important to consult an experienced truck accident attorney to learn about the development of litigation that may retrieve monetary compensation following a truck accident case.
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