Asbestos-Containing Materials in Products

Asbestos materials have been used in more than 3,000 different products over the last 100 years primarily because asbestos contains highly convenient thermal insulating, fire retardant, and chemical resistant properties.

Some common products in buildings that may contain asbestos include but are not limited to pipe insulation, vinyl and asphalt, floor materials, ceiling tile, spray-on fire proofing, roofing materials, boiler wrap insulation, fire doors, plaster walls, and old electrical wire insulation.

Employees, tenants, and custodial maintenance workers may be exposed to ACM during maintenance, renovation, or disturbance activities.

From shipfitters, pipefitters and demolition workers, to those toiling on railroads and in construction, Weitz & Luxenberg has many clients whose needless and entirely avoidable exposure to asbestos ultimately led to them developing asbestos-related diseases.

Weitz & Luxenberg is a leading plaintiffs' law firm that has represented people affected by mesothelioma for over 20 years.

Men and women diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure may be entitled to compensation from the companies responsible for their disease. If you would like a free consultation or more information about your legal options, please complete the form on this page, and a representative of our law firm will contact you as soon as possible.