Mesothelioma & Asbestos

The number of people diagnosed with asbestos caused diseases in the U.S. continues to increase. Experts believe 60,000 mesothelioma deaths will occur between 2010 and 2030.

Industrial Accidents

Work related injuries harm up to 14 million people annually, with harms including traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, amputations, burns, and electrocutions. Around 20,000 to 60,000 workers die each year from accidents, toxins, and violence at their jobs.

Product Defects

Millions of consumers and workers are injured each year because of defective products. Defects can occur when a product is designed poorly, when a product is manufactured in a manner that differs from the intended design, or when the product does not contain proper warnings or instructions. Defects can occur in automobiles, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, construction equipment, toys, and other goods.

Nursing Home Abuse

Between 1.5 and 2 million elderly reside in nursing home facilities, with studies revealing that 44% have suffered some form of abuse. Many believe the actual number of residents suffering abuse is much higher. Neglect and abuse may result in serious emotional, physical, and financial harm

Our Experience

Paul & Hanley’s legal team has produced some of the most notable verdicts and highest settlements in the United States. Over 500 of our clients have each obtained in excess of 1 million dollars. Over 250 have recovered multi-million dollar recoveries.

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Asbestos Types

Asbestos is a group of six naturally occurring fibrous metamorphic minerals; chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite, actinolite and anthophyllite. Of the hydrous magnesium silicate variety, asbestos is chemically inert, does not conduct heat or electricity, is insoluble and is without odor. Mined from metamorphic deposits, asbestos’ combination of properties made it a valuable insulator, regularly used in buildings, automobiles, shipyards and a variety of household products. Asbestos is the only known cause of the fatal cancer called malignant mesothelioma.

Chrysotile Asbestos

Also called white asbestos, chrysotile asbestos is unique in that it has a serpentine fiber-formation (curled fibers) compared to the amphibole fiber-formation (straight, needle-like fibers) of the other five types. Chrysotile asbestos is less friable than other types of asbestos, meaning that it is less-likely to be inhaled.

Because chrysotile asbestos is less likely to be inhaled, it is deemed the safest of the asbestos types; some evidence even suggests that chrysotile is harmless when inhaled.

Amosite Asbestos

Also called Grunerite or brown asbestos, amosite asbestos is an amphibole originating in Africa. Amosite is used commercially for various purposes such as cement sheet and pipe insulation.

Crocidolite Asbestos

Also called blue asbestos, crocidolite asbestos is an amphibole mineral that can be found in Africa and Australia. Crocidolite is viewed to be the most dangerous type of asbestos.

Tremolite Asbestos

Tremolite asbestos is not often used industrially, though it can be found in products such as certain talcum powders.

Actinolite Asbestos

Similar to tremolite asbestos, actinolite asbestos is not often used industrially. Airborne actinolite fibers are easily inhaled and severely damaging to the lungs.

Anthophyllite Asbestos

Like tremolite and actinolite, anthophyllite is not often used industrially, though it can occasionally be found in certain vermiculites (natural minerals that expand with the application of heat).

Asbestos Related Resources

Government Funding of Chrysotile Institute to Stop

Paul & Hanley LLP has an outstanding track record of success, and our lawyers are known for their honesty, integrity and compassion.  If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma or any asbestos related disease from asbestos exposure we can help you file a Mesothelioma lawsuit. We also handle car injury cases, wrongful death cases, product defect cases, premises liability cases, and work related injury cases. Our experienced legal team is here to help you get just financial compensation for your injuries.



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