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Rhode Island Mesothelioma Lawyer
MESOTHELIOMA LAWYER IN RHODE ISLAND
If you or a relative worked in the Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island construction trades, power plants, oil refineries, chemical plants, industrial plants, commercial buildings, residential homes and Rhode Island state buildings.
Residents of Rhode Island should know that asbestos companies knowingly exposed you and your families to toxic asbestos dust and fibers. Many Rhode Island workers have been diagnosed with Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. Thousand of asbestos-containing products were used in Rhode Island with peak years in 1940-1980.
Rhode Islandbased 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 294 Asbestos related deaths (197 Mesothelioma deaths) reported in the state of Rhode Island according U. S. Government Statistics on deaths due to Asbestos-related diseases.
Asbestos Products in Rhode Island
Asbestos was used in many products throughout Rhode Island because of its heat resistant and indestructible properties. Asbestos-containing products used in Rhode Island 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.
Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure on the Job
Rhode Island 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 - RHODE ISLAND
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.
Rhode Island Cities – Mesothelioma Cancer
Barrington, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 16,310
BristolTown, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 22,954
Central Falls, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 19,376
Cranston, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 80,387
East Providence, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 47,037
Newport, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 24,672
North Providence, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 32,078
Pawtucket, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 71,148
Providence, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 178,042
Warwick, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 82,672
Westerly, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 17,936
West Warwick, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 29,191
Woonsocket, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 41,186
Rhode Island Counties Reporting Mesothelioma Deaths
Providence County, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 626,667
Kent County, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 166,158
Washington County, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 126,979
Newport County, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure - Population 82,888
Bristol County, Rhode Island Asbestos Exposure
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island Mesothelioma attorney.
Our nationwide, toll free number is (800) 281-9804.
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