Asbestos is a strong and incombustible fiber that was commonly used in construction before 1975 for fireproofing and insulation. Asbestos exposure occurs in asbestos mining and milling industries, construction, fireproofing, and other industries. Many workers bring asbestos particles home on their clothing, exposing their families. The small, buoyant fibers are easily inhaled or swallowed, causing scar tissue to form on the lungs and may result in a number of serious diseases including: asbestosis, a chronic respiratory disease that makes breathing increasingly difficult; mesothelioma, a cancer (specific to asbestos exposure) of the membranes that line the chest and abdomen.

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of Asbestos exposure, please submit the accompanying form. You may be entitled to monetary awards for your injury!