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Mesothelioma attorney David A. Shaw has been representing victims of asbestos exposure and mesothelioma since 1986. His legal battles and investigations in asbestos injury and mesothelioma legal cases have taken him across the country, and in many cases, to visit the places where mesothelioma victims were exposed to asbestos day in and day out.
Mesothelioma attorney Shaw's dedication to help mesothelioma victims has led to him working side by side with asbestos attorneys across the nation. He is licensed to practice in New York, Rhode Island and Connecticut and has won, or helped win, substantial mesothelioma settlements for victims around the country. Learn more about The Law Offices of David A. Shaw.
Asbestos Containing Materials - Possible Asbestos Exposure Risks
Asbestos was a very popular component in countless products manufactured in the 20th century. Although most products currently manufactured in the US no longer contain asbestos, there are many products and materials in place in our environments that contain asbestos fibers and are possible risks for asbestos exposure. Below is a list of asbestos containing materials that are possible risks for asbestos exposure. While this list is not all encompassing, many asbestos products fit within these descriptions.
Asbestos Products
Common Insulation and Fire-Retardant Asbestos Products:
- Ceiling tiles
- Cooling towers
- Pipe insulating material
- Hair dryers
- Soundproofing
- Fire doors
- Potholders
- Thermal paper
- Fire blankets
- High temperature gaskets or seals
- Millboard
- Fire curtains
- Pads for Ironing board
- Blown-in insulation
- Clutch frictions surfaces
- Laboratory hoods
- Boiler insulation material
Partitions and Walls - Asbestos Exposure Risks
- Chalkboards
- Wall panels
- Cement siding
- Wallboard
- Textured paints
- Artificial fireplaces
- Decorative plaster
- Textured coatings
- Acoustical plaster
- Spacking, joint and other compounds
Common Asbestos Flooring / Roofing Products
- Roofing shingles
- Roofing felt
- Base flashing
- Vinyl floor tiles
- Vinyl sheet flooring
- Asphalt floor tiles
- Backing products for flooring
Ducting and Electrical Products Posing Asbestos Exposure Risk
- Pipe insulation
- Adhesives
- High temperature adhesives
- Boiler insulation
- Electrical and Heating Ducts
- Climate control and air conditioning duct insulation
- Electrical insulation
If you have worked with or been exposed to any of the above products, there is a chance you may have been exposed to asbestos. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos disease, it is important to know your history of asbestos exposure if you wish to file an asbestos lawsuit. Contact the Law Offices of David A. Shaw to reach a mesothelioma lawyer who can review your mesothelioma or asbestos case.
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FAQ
What is mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a cancer that affects the sheath-like tissue that surrounds the abdomen and chest cavities. This thin layer of tissue is called the mesothelium...
Are there different types of mesothelioma?
Yes. There are three malignant forms of mesothelioma. Pleural mesothelioma is the most common and affects the mesothelium around the lungs. Peritoneal mesothelioma affects the mesothelium surrounding the abdomen...
Who is at risk for mesothelioma?
Those with occupational exposure to asbestos fibers are at the highest risk for developing asbestos related diseases, including mesothelioma. Pipe insulators, boiler workers, mechanics and others...
How is mesothelioma diagnosed?
One of the major problems with mesothelioma is that it is difficult to diagnose. The symptoms of mesothelioma are similar to other lung diseases and cancers. Another major problem with mesothelioma...
Is there a cure for mesothelioma?
Because mesothelioma is a form of cancer, there is no "cure" for the disease. Although the prognosis for patients diagnosed with mesothelioma is generally poor, there are mesothelioma patients who have lived...
What kind of treatments are there for mesothelioma?
Current treatments for malignant mesothelioma are similar to treatments to other forms of cancer that are available today. In addition to currently accepted forms of mesothelioma treatment, there are several mesothelioma clinical trials and emerging mesothelioma treatments...