Each year in the United States, although only four percent of deaths from lung cancer are caused by asbestos exposure, that still accounts for 5,000 people.

It is true that many people will be exposed to asbestos at some time, but those who have most chance of developing an asbestos related cancer are those who have regular contact with it, often due to their job.

It is true that people in the United States are now less likely to have asbestos related lung diseases because over the past 40 years its use has been slowly phased out once it was known that exposure could cause fatal illnesses. However, the onset of asbestosis, mesothelioma or lung cancer usually begins to 10 to 20 years after the initial exposure, or even longer and becomes worse over time.

The cancer forms in the lung tissue, usually in the cells lining the air passages. For people who are suffering from the results of asbestos exposure, cigarette smoking will aggravate the condition as the scarring of the lungs makes it harder for the lungs to expel the chemicals contained in cigarettes.

If you know you have been exposed to asbestos, you should ensure you visit your doctor regularly so you can be watched for any sign of an asbestos related illness and start treatment as soon as possible.

If you or someone you know is suffering from an asbestos related disease, such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, or lung cancer, contact the Law Office of Brayton Purcell, LLP  at (800) 598-0314 immediately, or contact us online for a free consultation. You may be entitled to an asbestos payout as part of an individual or class action lawsuit.

If you need to have asbestos removed from your home you need to use an asbestos professional.

In general, there are two types of accredited asbestos professionals that can be hired to handle material which contains asbestos.

Firstly there are asbestos inspectors who can inspect a home or building, assess conditions, take samples of suspected materials for testing, and advise about what corrections are needed. If repair or removal of asbestos materials is needed, inspectors can ensure the corrective-action contractor has followed proper procedures, including proper clean up, and can monitor the air to ensure no increase of asbestos fibers.

The second type is the asbestos contractors who can repair or remove asbestos materials.

Although Federal law does not require those who inspect, repair or remove asbestos-containing materials in detached single-family homes to be accredited, some states do require this. For safety, homeowners should ensure that workers they hire to handle asbestos are trained and accredited.

State agencies have the listings of accredited professionals in your area and you should insure that the inspector and the contractor do not belong to the same firm to avoid a conflict of interest. In addition ask to see their accreditation.

If you or someone you know is suffering from an asbestos related disease, such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, or lung cancer, contact the Law Office of Brayton Purcell, LLP  at  (800) 598-0314 immediately, or contact us online for a free consultation. You may be entitled to an asbestos payout as part of an individual or class action lawsuit.

Most people have probably heard of the fact that asbestos can cause such deadly illnesses as asbestos related lung cancer and mesothelioma. However, another asbestos related disease is called asbestosis. This illness also results from prolonged exposure to asbestos and can have serious quality of life implications on the victim.

Asbestosis

In mild cases of asbestos is the victim may be able to live a relatively normal life. More severe cases, however, the victim may suffer from debilitating injuries and even need consistent oxygen fortification just a brief period in the worst cases of asbestosis the victim will ultimately succumb to the disease and die.

Unlike asbestos related lung cancer and mesothelioma, asbestosis is not a cancer. Asbestos related lung cancer kills about 4800 people per year, which represents about 4% of all lung cancer related deaths.

Many people are still unaware that asbestos continues to be used in a variety of industrial and manufacturing applications across the country. In other words, this deadly substance is not banned. If you or someone you know has suffered the results of asbestos related disease, such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, or lung cancer, contact the Law Office of Brayton Purcell, LLP  at  (800) 598-0314 immediately, or contact us online for a free consultation.

Mesothelioma is a very aggressive cancer. It is caused by asbestos exposure. The majority of mesothelioma patients live less than 18 months after diagnosis, but survival rates continue to improve as detection and treatment methods improve. One reason that the prognosis is so poor is that the disease is typically not detected until it is very advanced, decades after exposure to asbestos. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, the San Francisco asbestos attorneys of Brayton Purcell, LLP, can help you recover the compensation you deserve.

Types of Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma develops in the protective membranes which surround your internal organs. It is categorized by the area of the body which is affected. There are four types:

• Pleural – in the membrane which surrounds the lungs
• Peritoneal – in the lining of the abdomen
• Pericardia – in the protective sac around the heart
• Gonadal – in the membranes surrounding the testicles

Pleural mesothelioma is the most common type, and is often confused with lung cancer because it affects the lungs.

If you or someone you love has developed mesothelioma, in San Francisco, please call the San Francisco asbestos accident attorneys of Brayton Purcell, LLP, at (800) 598-0314 or contact us online today. We are here to help you and your family.