Mesothelioma lawyers serve Texas

While mesothelioma is still a relatively rare form of cancer, public awareness of it is increasing. Workers who have been exposed to asbestos could develop this life-threatening disease. In many instances, they come in contact with this deadly material because of their employer’s negligence. If they have suffered an asbestos injury, they should contact a mesothelioma lawyer in Texas to protect their rights.

Who is at risk?

The only known cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. According to researchers, at least eight million people in the United States have already been exposed to asbestos,. Others are being exposed every day at work, including auto mechanics, building inspectors, carpenters, dry wall workers,  electricians, roofers, and welders among others.  

Since the symptoms of mesothelioma can take from 10 to 40 years to appear, many victims do not realize they have developed the disease.  When they are finally diagnosed, mesothelioma victims and their families need to contact a knowledgeable mesothelioma lawyer in Texas who can find those who are responsible and hold them accountable.    

Mesothelioma in the news

Mesothelioma  received national publicity after the tragedy of 9/11. When the heinous attack destroyed the Twin Towers in lower Manhattan and other buildings nearby, high levels of asbestos were released into the air. Mesothelioma experts say that more than 100,000 people are now at risk for developing the disease – those who rushed in to help survivors at Ground Zero, clean up the site and others who spent time in the area in the days after the deadly attack.   

Many firefighters, cleanup crews, and volunteers were outfitted with nothing more than a thin paper mask or a rag tied around their heads. Authorities underestimated the toxicity of the air in the area. As a result, many Good Samaritans will now pay for that mistake. One such worker passed away in 2006.   Deborah Reeve was one of the first respondents to the scene. Her sacrifice is a sad reminder of the dangers of asbestos exposure.

Mesothelioma lawyer in Texas

Jim Adler is an experienced mesothelioma lawyer in Texas that has devoted his life to defending the rights of personal injury victims. He is the founder of the Texas legal firm Jim S. Adler & Associates. If you have developed mesothelioma because of your job, Jim S. Adler & Associates will fight to ensure that your rights are protected and you receive the compensation you deserve. Call today at 1-800-505-1414 or fill out the online form for a free case review.

Additionally, Jim S. Adler & Associates has offices at City Place Building, 2711 North Haskell Ave., Suite 2100 LB40, Dallas, Texas 75204-2887;  San Pedro Plaza, 7330 San Pedro Ave., Suite 700, San Antonio, Texas 78216-6237; and Bank of America, 12605 East Freeway, Suite 400, Houston, Texas 77015-5619 (serving Channelview, Texas).