Asbestos Lawsuit Filed Over Mesothelioma, Asbestosis Diagnosis
By Robert J. Boumis
Warren Patterson and his wife, Margaret Patterson, have filed an asbestos mesothelioma lawsuit against various companies involved in the manufacture, sale and deployment of asbestos-bearing products, alleging that the products contributed to Warren Patterson’s serious health issues, including asbestosis and mesothelioma.
According to the asbestos lawsuit, Warren Patterson was exposed to asbestos while working on and off as a drywall finisher and maintenance worker between 1953 and 1998. In December 2012, he was diagnosed with both mesothelioma and asbestosis.
Asbestos is a naturally-occurring substance that consists of glass-like fibers. These fibers are extremely small and can fragment into pieces well beyond the human eye’s resolution. Historically, asbestos was sporadically used for its fire resistance and insulating properties. During the Industrial Revolution, asbestos mining developed into an industrial-level affair, and the material found widespread use. Asbestos was often used in fire-resistant materials like boilers and fireplaces, as well as various forms of insulation.
While asbestos functioned extremely well in these functions, health risks associated with asbestos became apparent as early as the mid- to late 19th century. However, many forms of asbestos-related diseases take decades to manifest, including both asbestosis and mesothelioma, the asbestos-related diseases Warren Patterson was diagnosed with.
Asbestosis refers to a condition in which a person experiences scarring and damage to the lungs caused by asbestos fibers. It is a chronic inflammation in which the lung tissue is constantly irritated by asbestos fibers lodged in the tissue of the lungs. It impairs the lungs’ function and can lead to respiratory failure. Oxygen therapy may relieve the shortness of breath and lack of oxygen the disease can cause, but modern medicine cannot cure the condition.
Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is closely associated with exposure to asbestos. Contrary to popular belief, the cancer is not actually a cancer of the lungs. Instead, it forms the lining of the pleural cavity near the lungs. It is a particularly pernicious form of cancer, with a high mortality rate and poor outlook. It is extremely rare outside of patients exposed to asbestos.
The asbestos mesothelioma lawsuit is Warren Patterson, et al. v. A.W. Chesterton Company, et al., Case No. 1:13-cv-05584, in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with asbestos-related illnesses like cancers or asbestosis, you’ve almost certainly found yourself in a challenging situation. The types of cancer associated with asbestos exposure tend to resist treatment and chronic conditions like asbestosis also have no cure. Additionally, asbestos-related illnesses tend to manifest decades after exposure, making it difficult to pin down the exact source of the exposure or locate responsible parties. The strain – both in terms of emotional strain and financial costs like medical bills, lost wages and lost income potential – can put a substantial burden on victims of asbestos-related diseases and their loved ones.
It is important to remember that regardless of the situation you have found yourself facing, you still have rights, and there are steps that you can take to regain a measure of control over your situation. In fact, civil law has certain provisions to accommodate some of the difficulties associated with asbestos litigation, like asbestos trust funds and lengthened statutes of limitations. You can start to explore your options by visiting the Mesothelioma Asbestos Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Investigation. Here, you can enter information about your situation for a review by a legal expert with a background in this type of litigation. The initial consultation is free of charge and from here, you can receive additional guidance on the best steps to take in your specific situation.
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