MESOTHELIOMA LAWYER IN OREGON
If you or a relative worked in the Oregon building and construction trades in the 20th century you may have been exposed to toxic asbestos fibers. Thousands of asbestos-containing products were in used in Oregon construction trades, power plants, oil refineries, chemical plants, industrial plants, commercial buildings, residential homes and Oregon state buildings.
Residents of Oregon should know that asbestos companies knowingly exposed you and your families to toxic asbestos dust and fibers. Many Oregon workers have been diagnosed with Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. Thousand of asbestos-containing products were used in Oregon with peak years in 1940-1980.
Many Oregon based companies are being held responsible and paying out large settlements to asbestos victims and their families. Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related cancers do not show symptoms for 10 to 40 years after exposure. There have been 1,128 Asbestos related deaths (721 Mesothelioma deaths) reported in the state of Oregon according U. S. Government Statistics on deaths due to Asbestos-related diseases.
Asbestos Products in Oregon
Asbestos was used in many products throughout Oregon because of its heat resistant and indestructible properties.
Asbestos-containing products used in Oregon included; building products, cements, insulation, pipes, ceiling tiles, boilers, roof tiles, vinyl flooring, bricks, fireplaces, insulation ducts, drain lines, brakes, joint compounds, electrical wires and home insulation.
Oregon Asbestos Exposure on the Job
Oregon Trades where exposure was highest include; insulators, pipefitters, plumbers, steelworkers, construction workers, electricians, carpenters, drywallers, painters, cement masons, roofers, refinery workers, chemical plant workers, auto workers, railroad workers, aircraft workers, and veterans.
MALIGNANT MESOTHELIOMA - OREGON
Malignant Mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer that affects lining of contains major organs in the body that include the abdomen, lungs and heart. Malignant Mesothelioma is a disease in which malignant cancer cells are found in the sac lining the chest (pleura) or the abdomen (peritoneum). Most people with malignant Mesothelioma have worked on jobsites where they breathed asbestos fibers.
Malignant Mesothelioma has Three Forms:
There are 3,000 new malignant Mesothelioma cases diagnosed each year. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms you should a doctor immediately.
Malignant Mesothelioma Symptoms
- Abdominal bloating
- Abdominal pain
- Bowel obstruction
- Blood clotting
- Chest pain
- Chronic Fatigue
- Dry Cough
- Dyspnea
- Neck Swelling
- Pain in the chest
- Shortness of breath
- Unexplained Weight-loss
Malignant Mesothelioma symptoms may not appear for 15-40 years after exposure.
Oregon Cities – Mesothelioam Cancer
Portland, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 583,776
Eugene, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 156,185
Salem, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 154,637
Gresham, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 105,594
Hillsboro, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 91,611
Beaverton, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 89,803
Bend, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 76,639
Medford, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 74,907
Springfield, Oregon Asbestos Exposure - Population 59,403
Oregon Counties Reporting Mesothelioma Deaths
Multnomah County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Clackamas County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Lane County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Washington County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Marion County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Jackson County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Linn County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Douglas County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Columbia County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Josephine County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Deschutes County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Polk County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Yamhill County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Lincoln County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Klamath County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Tillamook County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Coos County, Oregon, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Benton County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Curry County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Union County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Malheur County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Umatilla County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Wasco County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Clatsop County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Hood River County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Crook County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Grant County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Wallowa County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Morrow County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Sherman County, Oregon Asbestos Exposure
Oregon Mesothelioma Lawyer
If you or a family member has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma or any other asbestos-related cancers the experienced asbestos attorneys at Law Offices of Jerry Neil Paul are here to help you.
We are nationally recognized trial lawyers and our attorneys have successfully litigated Mesothelioma cases in Oregon and throughout the United States.
Law Offices of Jerry Neil Paul has an outstanding track record of success, and our lawyers are known for their honesty, integrity and compassion.
Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced Oregon Mesothelioma attorney.
Our nationwide, toll free number is (800) 281-9804.
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