Georgia Mesothelioma Asbestos Exposure Attorneys
Georgia Mesothelioma LawyersMesothelioma is a deadly form of cancer that affects the lining of the lungs and abdomen. Mesothelioma is very slow forming cancer that is caused by exposure to asbestos dust and fibers. Symptoms rarely appear until twenty to fifty years after the asbestos exposure. Due to the lengthy onset of the disease, it is usually well advanced by the time of diagnosis and the prognosis is poor. It is almost invariably fatal, and life expectancy is usually only a few years. Mesothelioma usually strikes people who were exposed to asbestos in the workplace although there is evidence that exposure to the asbestos particles carried home on a workers' clothing is enough to cause the disease in family members or those who handle the contaminated clothing. In addition, asbestos was used in many products used in construction such as wallboard, insulation, and joint compound. When these materials are sanded, broken or otherwise disturbed, the resulting asbestos-laden dust has been shown to cause mesothelioma. Atlanta Asbestos Exposure LawsuitIf you or a family member has been stricken with mesothelioma, you may be entitled to compensation from the companies that made asbestos or products that contained asbestos. Depending on the facts of your case, there may be other avenues for obtaining compensation such as workman's compensation or maritime laws for those exposed to asbestos while working in the shipbuilding industry or serving onboard a ship. Stokes, Lazarus & Carmichael, LLC is firmly committed to holding these companies accountable and obtaining compensation for your illness. In many cases, these companies were aware of the hazards of asbestos exposure, yet did nothing to protect their employees or to even inform their employees of the dangers of asbestos. Georgia Attorneys Who Handle Mesothelioma LawsuitsThe attorneys and staff at Stokes, Lazarus & Carmichael, LLC work closely with our clients to obtain the maximum amount of compensation they are entitled to under the law. We understand the devastating emotional and financial effect a mesothelioma diagnosis can have on you and your family. You can count on our compassionate attorneys to provide personal service and give your case the full attention it deserves. Call Stokes, Lazarus & Carmichael, LLC at 404-352-1465 ext 24 today for a free, no obligation consultation and find out more about how we can help you and your family in this difficult time. |
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