{"id":13610,"date":"2023-05-05T17:53:51","date_gmt":"2023-05-05T23:53:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=13610"},"modified":"2023-07-25T12:25:55","modified_gmt":"2023-07-25T18:25:55","slug":"what-is-the-truth-about-asbestos","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/asbestos-blog\/cual-es-la-verdad-sobre-el-asbesto\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Truth About Asbestos?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It may seem like asbestos dangers are lurking under every corner. While paranoia isn\u2019t the best way to approach the topic of asbestos, it isn\u2019t entirely wrong that asbestos is a notorious material (it\u2019s everywhere!). In fact, the more we learn about asbestos over the years, the more we become aware of its many health risks and exposure concerns. But despite how seriously we need to take asbestos, it\u2019s also important to separate fact from fiction. To do that, let\u2019s explore five common myths about asbestos.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns align_center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column sign-mobile text-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"fs_200 color_red\">!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><strong>If you may have been exposed to asbestos, speak with your healthcare provider about tests and screening to help detect the presence of asbestos fibers and <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-injuries\"><strong>asbestos-related diseases<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<style> .title-myth { margin: 0 !important; padding: 20px; } .bor-1 { margin: 0 !important; border: 1px solid #333333 !important; } .title-myth strong{ color: #333333 !important; } <\/style>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-myth-1-asbestos-is-exclusively-found-in-older-buildings\">Myth 1: Asbestos is exclusively found in older buildings.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Undoubtedly, older homes carry a high probability of containing asbestos. In the construction industry, asbestos was a favorite material in all kinds of applications, mainly because of its durability, and resistance to fire and weather decay. Because of this, you could reasonably expect that everything from ceiling tiles, shingles, insulation, paints, carpet, flooring tiles, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/does-cement-have-asbestos\/\">cement contained asbestos<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the myth is that only the \u201cold\u201d buildings contain asbestos. There\u2019s no doubt that old buildings, such as those from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/would-a-house-built-in-the-1920s-have-asbestos\/\">1920s<\/a> contained high levels of asbestos. But we don\u2019t have to go back a century to find homes and buildings with asbestos. In fact, most homes constructed all the way up to 1980 contain asbestos. According to nationwide statistics, New York has the <a href=\"https:\/\/housemethod.com\/home-warranty\/median-home-age-us\/\">oldest median home age<\/a> at 63 years old, with the Carolinas tied for the youngest at 32. Despite New York having the oldest median home age, the states with the largest percentage of homes constructed during the era of asbestos use are found primarily in the Midwest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the fact that asbestos mining has been discontinued in the United States, nations like Russia and China continue to mine this material. Products that contain asbestos from these countries end up being <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/is-asbestos-still-in-use\/\">imported into America<\/a>. Some ongoing commercial uses of asbestos include roofing compounds or brake pads. While asbestos is regulated and banned in many applications, it certainly isn\u2019t exclusive to old buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns bor-1 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading title-myth has-text-color\" style=\"color:#323232\"><strong>Nearly every building constructed before the mid 1980s contained an asbestos product or material of some kind.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-myth-2-you-can-determine-whether-a-material-contains-asbestos-simply-by-looking-at-it\">Myth 2: You can determine whether a material contains asbestos simply by looking at it.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>It is true that asbestos carries some specific visual features. In fact, the two categories of asbestos: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-learning-center\/types-of-asbestos\/?highlight=types%20of%20asbestos\">serpentine and amphibole<\/a> have to do with the shape of the mineral\u2019s fibers. Even the various types of asbestos within these two categories can all be identified based on their color. However, this is not always the case once the asbestos is taken from a raw material and put into various kinds of materials. As mentioned earlier, asbestos can be found in products like cement, but you wouldn\u2019t be able to detect that simply by looking at it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/sources-of-asbestos-exposure\/asbestos-products\/\">Asbestos<\/a> may look different depending on whether it\u2019s used in dry materials like vinyl or wet materials like paint. Other materials, such as clay, can contain asbestos because of contamination. Because the mineral <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/clay-containing-asbestos-can-pose-health-hazards\/\">talcum<\/a> is normally close to naturally occurring asbestos, it can contain asbestos, even if you can\u2019t see it with the naked eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns bor-1 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading title-myth\"><strong>Many asbestos fibers are microscopic and can&#8217;t be seen by the naked eye. One billion could fit in a square inch.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-myth-3-the-mere-presence-of-asbestos-in-a-building-will-inevitably-result-in-health-problems\">Myth 3: The mere presence of asbestos in a building will inevitably result in health problems.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>The presence of asbestos is cause for concern, but may not automatically be considered dangerous. When asbestos is present within various materials in an old home or building, it can generally be considered harmless. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0272523121008534\">What makes asbestos harmful<\/a> is when it is exposed or damaged. This can happen in homes that have experienced flood or wind damage due to a hurricane, or when a renovation is underway.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Asbestos-containing materials that break apart can expose the fibers, and those fibers can be spread throughout the house and into our bodies. While <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/can-one-exposure-to-asbestos-kill-you\/\">no safe level of asbestos exposure exists<\/a>, the likelihood of long-term damage and life-threatening diseases attributed to asbestos exposure is greatly increased in the case of long-term exposure, compared to short-term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns bor-1 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading title-myth\"><strong>Asbestos must be inhaled or ingested to cause health problems. But it has no taste or smell, so you may not know you&#8217;re breathing it.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"block_ward_blog my-4\">       \n        <p class=\"title\">Do You Qualify For Compensation?<\/p>\n        <p class=\"description\">Quickly and easily find out how you were exposed by searching W.A.R.D., the largest asbestos database on the planet.<\/p>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/worldwide-asbestos-research-database\/\" class=\"btn\">FREE SEARCH &gt; <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-myth-4-only-those-who-work-directly-with-asbestos-are-susceptible-to-its-harmful-effects\">Myth: 4 Only those who work directly with asbestos are susceptible to its harmful effects.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Unfortunately, just because someone does not work directly with asbestos does not mean there is no susceptibility to its harmful effects. Not only is it possible for asbestos exposure to occur because of its presence in a home\u2019s construction, but it\u2019s also possible in the case of what\u2019s called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/what-is-second-hand-asbestos-exposure-and-is-it-dangerous\/\">second-hand asbestos exposure<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This happens when someone comes into contact with asbestos and carries it on their body, tools, or vehicle, exposing others. Second-hand exposure is not an isolated occurrence either; it accounts for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/an-overview-of-second-hand-asbestos-exposure-lawsuits\/\">1 in 5<\/a> asbestos illnesses worldwide. Since asbestos fibers have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/secondary-asbestos-exposure-and-mesothelioma\/\">no taste or smell<\/a>, second-hand exposure is an overlooked or unknown concern for many people.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns bor-1 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading title-myth\"><strong>Second-hand asbestos exposure is real. 1 in 5 people with asbestos diseases never worked around it.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1430\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Image-Asbestos-About-Asbestos-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos About Asbestos article body\" class=\"wp-image-13612\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Image-Asbestos-About-Asbestos-article-body.jpg 1430w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Image-Asbestos-About-Asbestos-article-body-540x193.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Image-Asbestos-About-Asbestos-article-body-768x274.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Image-Asbestos-About-Asbestos-article-body-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1430px) 100vw, 1430px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-second-hand-asbestos-exposure-secondary-asbestos-exposure\">Second-hand asbestos exposure (Secondary Asbestos Exposure)<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-0\">Asbestos fibers have no taste or smell, and can be microscopic, so you may not realize you were breathing them.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, many workers\u2019 families and other household members were exposed to asbestos as well, as asbestos was brought home daily in neighborhoods across the U.S. on work-clothing<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is often known as secondary or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/what-is-second-hand-asbestos-exposure-and-is-it-dangerous\/?highlight=%22second%20hand%22\">second-hand asbestos exposure<\/a> (or domestic \/ household family asbestos exposure). In studies of asbestos disease, 1 in 5 cases of asbestos exposure were caused by secondary asbestos exposure.<sup>1<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">But spouses and children can also receive a share of the $30 Billion in asbestos trust compensation if they were exposed to asbestos brought into the house or family vehicle by a worker.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-myth-5-being-a-non-smoker-eliminates-the-risk-of-asbestos-related-illnesses\">Myth 5: Being a non-smoker eliminates the risk of asbestos-related illnesses.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Asbestos and cigarettes have a lot in common. Both are detrimental to a person\u2019s health, specifically lung disease. Tobacco is the largest singular cause attributed to lung cancer and the leading cause of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/synergistic-health-effects-of-asbestos-and-smoking\/\"> preventable death<\/a> in the United States. However, asbestos is the most significant occupational risk for lung cancer. However, while smoking can highly increase the likelihood of lung cancer in relation to asbestos exposure it does not mean that non-smokers are without risk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, people who smoke but have not been exposed to asbestos have a lower risk of developing lung cancer than people who do not smoke but have been exposed to asbestos, even by second-hand asbestos exposure. It is important to note that even those who have a lifelong history of smoking can still be entitled to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/six-facts-for-smokers-who-worked-around-asbestos\/\">financial compensation<\/a> related to asbestos exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n#dinone-desk{\ndisplay:none;\n}\n#dinone-mob{\ndisplay:block;\n}\n@media only screen and (max-width: 768px){\n#dinone-desk{\ndisplay:block;\n}\n#dinone-mob{\ndisplay:none;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<table class=\"table\" border=\"1\" width=\"100%\" id=\"dinone-mob\">\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Even lifelong smokers can collect compensation for asbestos damage.<\/strong><\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-Asbestos-no-smoking-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200px\"><\/td>\n      <td>Many of our clients believed they weren&#8217;t eligible to file an asbestos lawsuit because they were cigarette and cigar smokers.<br><br><strong>This isn&#8217;t true under the laws of many states.&nbsp;<\/strong><br><br>Our database contains the medical evidence needed to show that smokers who are exposed to asbestos are far more likely to develop cancer than smokers who weren&#8217;t exposed to asbestos. Cigarettes and asbestos are far more dangerous than cigarettes or asbestos.\n<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<figure id=\"dinone-desk\" class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table border=\"1\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Even lifelong smokers can collect compensation for asbestos damage.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-Asbestos-no-smoking-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200px\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Many of our clients believed they weren&#8217;t eligible to file an asbestos lawsuit because hey were cigarette and cigar smokers.<br><br><strong>This isn&#8217;t true under the laws of many states.&nbsp;<\/strong><br><br>Our database contains the medical evidence needed to show that smokers who are exposed to asbestos are far more likely to develop cancer than smokers who weren&#8217;t exposed to asbestos. Cigarettes and asbestos are far more dangerous than cigarettes or asbestos.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-make-of-these-myths\">What to Make of These Myths?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>The five myths explored here are especially important for one reason: they show that the truth related to asbestos exposure is more serious than we might expect, not less. The more research and time devoted to understanding the health effects of asbestos exposure, the more we realize the unintended consequences and damage that can come, even decades down the road.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or someone you love is concerned about asbestos exposure, reach out to a medical professional for an answer. Asbestos-related illnesses can be expensive to treat, but you may be entitled to financial compensation. Reach out to the folks at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/\">AsbestosClaims.law <\/a>for help today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-asbestosclaims-law\">AsbestosClaims.Law<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-0\">For Justinian C. Lane, getting compensation for asbestos victims is personal.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Justinian&#8217;s grandparents and his father all worked with asbestos in their younger years and died from asbestos-related cancers in their later years.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>At the time of each of their deaths, no one in Justinian&#8217;s family knew that they were eligible to file an asbestos lawsuit and to seek compensation from the asbestos trusts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because no one in Justinian&#8217;s family knew their options, they never received any compensation for the death of their loved ones.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you believe that you or your family member\u2019s injury was related to asbestos exposure, you could be entitled to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims\">significant compensation<\/a>.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">This is money you could use to cover the costs of asbestos removal services, pay for medical treatment, and preemptively protect your physical well-being.&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There are also asbestos trusts that offer compensation much more quickly and easily (without filing a lawsuit.)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d like help with filing a claim, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/about-us\/contact-us\/\">get in touch<\/a> by email at <a href=\"http:\/\/help@asbestosclaims.law\">help@asbestosclaims.law<\/a>,or call or text us at <a id=\"phone_body_8334272378\" href=\"tel:8334272378\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(833) 4-ASBESTOS (427-2378)<\/a> or <a id=\"phone_body_2064559190\" href=\"tel:2064559190\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(206) 455-9190<\/a>. We\u2019ll listen to your story and explain your options. And we never charge for anything unless you receive money in your pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-litigation\">legal claims<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/veterans-disability-claims\">veterans disability<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/social-security-disability\">social security<\/a> and employment protection like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/workers-compensation\">workers compensation<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/fela-claims\">FELA<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims\/maritime-claims\/\">The Jones Act<\/a> for maritime workers, there are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-trusts\">asbestos trusts<\/a> that have been set up to compensate those harmed by asbestos without having to file a lawsuit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There is no risk or cost to speak with one of our staff about your asbestos litigation. There are no fees unless you receive money.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any additional questions or concerns related to asbestos, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/\">website<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/youtube.com\/channel\/UCZ8k_hDOrgpwHTVwzZHKcmA\">YouTube page<\/a> for videos, infographics and answers to your questions about asbestos, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/blogtag\/health-and-safety\/\">health and safety<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/im-moving-should-i-get-a-free-asbestos-test\/\">asbestos testing<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/blogtag\/asbestos-removal\/\">removing asbestos from your home and building<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-mesothelioma-claims\">legal information<\/a> about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-trusts\/what-are-asbestos-trusts-and-why-do-they-exist\">compensation for asbestos injuries<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Introducing the largest database of asbestos information on the planet.<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/worldwide-asbestos-research-database\/\">W.A.R.D<\/a>., which stands for the Worldwide Asbestos Research Database, helps clients to narrow down when and where they may have been exposed, as well as which products may still contain asbestos. 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