Did asbestos cause pleural plaques or another asbestos illness? File a lawsuit claim with our New York firm.

Many New Yorkers have come forward to say exposure to asbestos caused pleural plaques. An asbestos lawyer from our firm can help you seek compensation money if you were exposed to asbestos and now experience medical issues.

Pleural plaques are the most common condition associated with exposure to asbestos.

Like other asbestos-related medical issues, pleural plaques typically develop over 20 years after asbestos exposure.

Pleural plaques are smooth, white, raised irregular areas of fibrous collagen tissue that develop on the pleura (usually the parietal pleura) and often become calcified.

They vary in size, and are typically found on a chest x-ray.

Pleural plaques are are an indication of exposure to asbestos and thus indicate an increased risk of other diseases associated with asbestos.

Pleural plaques do not require treatment, but their presence should prompt regular medical check-ups from a physician.

Many laborers such as construction workers, Navy veterans and those who worked in shipyards have come forward to say their work environment led to a pleural plaques or a diagnosis of mesothelioma, asbestosis or lung cancer from asbestos.

If this has been your experience, we may be able to help.

For over two decades, Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. has handled some of the most legally complicated and groundbreaking asbestos litigation in the country. Men and women diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure or secondary 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 New York law firm will contact you as soon as possible.