Wisconsin is a state that is located roughly in the Midwest, but to the north. It is part of the Great Lakes region and its borders include the coast of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior, as well as the states of Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, and Michigan. It is the 23rd largest state and its population of nearly 6 million makes it the 20th most populated. It has the distinction of being known as “America’s Dairyland” because of its vast number of dairy producers and its production of cheese, but much of the state’s economy has consisted of manufacturing, particularly of paper and metal works.
As a result of this, many of the state’s residents have been exposed to asbestos, a mineral that was widely used in industrial and construction settings until it was banned due to its high level of toxicity.
Though asbestos was highly prized for its strength and resistance to heat and flame, it was also long suspected of being responsible for health problems in those who were exposed to it. The material can easily break down into tiny fibers that are easily inhaled or ingested. It has been determined that this is the cause of mesothelioma, a rare and deadly form of cancer that does not begin to show symptoms until decades after exposure to asbestos.
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit for compensation for your expenses and injuries. Call us today and we will put you in touch with a mesothelioma attorney in your area who can advise you of your rights.
Though asbestos use was not banned in the United States until the mid-1980s, it has been well established that many asbestos companies knew of its dangers long before the ban was imposed, yet did nothing to protect their employees or others exposed to the toxic material. As a result, these companies have bee held responsible for providing compensation, and billions have been paid to those suffering with asbestos-related diseases and to their survivors.
Getting a diagnosis of mesothelioma can be devastating, but help is available. Contact us and we will connect you with a compassionate mesothelioma lawyer who will answer all of your questions and help you get the justice that you deserve.
