Mesothelioma Information

Asbestos insulation was a commonly used product throughout the twentieth century because of its high tensile strength, flexibility, resistance to fire/heat and certain chemicals and virtual indestructibility. Although asbestos insulation is most often associated with its use as a building material for the construction industry, it could be found in a wide range of products spanning a number of industries.

Asbestos insulation was used most heavily throughout the construction industry between the late 1920s and early 1970s. Buildings were routinely lined with the cheap insulator until widespread awareness regarding asbestos health hazards led to the mineral's inclusion in the Clean Air Act under section 112.

Although asbestos insulation is no longer used in the construction of new buildings, it is estimated that more than 30 million homes, schools and offices throughout the United States remain insulated by asbestos materials. As such, it is further estimated that more than one million construction workers and related professionals remain at risk of coming into contact with hazardous asbestos materials, leaving them vulnerable to the potential development of some type of serious asbestos disease (malignant mesothelioma, asbestos lung cancer, asbestosis, etc.).

Asbestos insulation is also commonly found within a number of other building materials such as flooring, tiling, roofing, piping, ceiling materials, fire-proofing, etc.

Asbestos Insulation Repair

It is incredibly important to emphasize that asbestos insulation should be dealt with very carefully. The 30 million homes, schools and offices that remain insulated by asbestos are not necessarily in any immediate danger of yielding the spread of asbestos diseases. Asbestos insulation is a perfectly safe material unless it has been ruptured or damaged in some way; at which point, certified asbestos insulation repair/removal technicians should be employed to monitor the situation and decide upon a course of action.

Many people are of the misconception that damaged asbestos insulation should be removed in order to protect building inhabitants from hazardous exposure. In reality, asbestos removal could cause a far greater asbestos exposure risk when compared with repair of the damaged material. Asbestos removal should only be considered when repair is absolutely out of the question because of the extent of the damage.

Asbestos Insulation Lawsuits

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of exposure to asbestos insulation in your home, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your injuries. It has been proven that asbestos companies knew of the health hazards associated with asbestos exposure long before the mineral was regulated under the Clean Air Act in 1970. Asbestos lawyers specialize in litigation surrounding injuries caused as a result of asbestos exposure. Contact a mesothelioma law firm to get information regarding your possible eligibility for compensation today and get the ball rolling on your asbestos lawsuit.

Paul and Hanley, LLP

If you believe you are suffering from an asbestos-related disease, please contact Paul & Hanley LLP to discuss your legal options.