Exposure to asbestos is one of the causes of lung cancer

Most people know that smoking is one of the major causes of lung cancer. Fewer people however, are aware that asbestos exposure is also a major cause of lung cancer. Exposure to asbestos frequently takes place in work settings. Because asbestos was used in a wide range of products, people who worked with asbestos-containing products are at risk of developing asbestos-related cancers such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.

When asbestos-containing products are disturbed, they release lethal asbestos fibers. Asbestos fibers are typically not visible to the human eye and can be inhaled. Once inhaled, asbestos fibers can become trapped in the lungs. Decades later, trapped asbestos fibers can lead to cancers such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.

Exposure to asbestos is often the result of injustice. Many companies in the asbestos industry knew of the fatal dangers of asbestos but failed to disclose the dangers of asbestos exposure or provide safety equipment such as masks to prevent exposure to asbestos. As a result, thousands of people become diagnosed with lung cancer every year due to asbestos exposure at jobs they held decades ago. If you or a loved one is suffering from lung cancer that was caused by exposure to asbestos, complete the form on this page to learn about your right to financial compensation.