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If You or a Loved One Is Suffering From Mesothelioma, Asbestosis or Another Asbestos Related Illness Resulting From Massachusetts Asbestos Exposure, Call Our Team of Boston, MA Asbestos Injury Lawyer Experts Today. Our Massachusetts Mesothelioma Injury Attorney Specialists Can be Reached at 617-787- 3700 or Email Us at info@gilhoylaw.com.

Asbestos, a mineral renowned for its heat resistance and insulating properties, has been used in the manufacturing of a number of products in the United States. Despite recognition as early as the 1920s of health hazards closely associated with asbestos exposure, corporations across the United States wrongfully continued to use and sell asbestos after the product’s dangers were known.

Asbestos may be found in these common Massachusetts products:

  • Paints, Coatings and Adhesives
  • Floor and ceiling tiles
  • Roofing materials
  • Garden products containing vermiculite
  • Crayons containing talc

Those most at risk for Massachusetts asbestos exposure include Massachusetts construction workers, Massachusetts workers engaged in the mining and milling of raw materials, Massachusetts manufacturers making products containing asbestos, and Massachusetts workers in close proximity to asbestos sites.

However, Massachusetts asbestos exposure is not limited to just those working with the dangerous mineral. Families of Massachusetts workers may become exposed to asbestos when fibers are transported into the home from the workplace. Individuals may also become exposed to asbestos in various other places throughout the community.

Asbestos Regulation

A number of federal and state agencies are responsible for regulating asbestos. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible for regulating worker protection standards and permissible exposure levels for employees. Other entities, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), are responsible for making and enforcing regulations pertaining to exposure monitoring and protective measures, including proper clothing and respiratory equipment, proper hygiene facilities, and training on proper handling and removal of asbestos. When these rules and regulations are not followed, Massachusetts residents may become dangerously exposed to the devastating affects of asbestos.

Asbestos Related Diseases

Today, millions of workers and their families, who were not told about their deadly exposure to asbestos in the workplace, suffer from serious illnesses and cancers directly resulting from asbestos exposure. Common Massachusetts asbestos related illnesses include asbestosis, mesothelioma, pleural plaques, pleural thickening and pleural effusions (fluid buildup between the lungs and chest cavity). Of these illnesses, asbestosis and mesothelioma are the most serious, and can eventually result in Massachusetts wrongful death.

Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a deadly and rare form of cancer that attacks the linings of the lungs, abdomen and heart, and is caused by exposure to asbestos dust and fiber. Mesothelioma is almost exclusively correlated with inhaling microscopic asbestos dust. Symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, weight loss, and abdominal pain and swelling caused by fluid buildup. An estimated 3,000 Americans will die this year alone due to Mesothelioma. Thousands more will die from other respiratory and lung diseases associated with asbestos exposure. What is even more tragic is that these deaths were entirely preventable.

Asbestosis

Exposure to asbestos dust and fiber can also result in asbestosis, a chronic medical condition affecting lung tissue which makes breathing extremely difficult. Though less deadly than mesothelioma, asbestosis is nonetheless a serious illness, and may lead to respiratory failure in some cases. Symptoms include shortness of breath, asthma-like symptoms, persistent inability to breath deeply, and clubbing (or thickening) of the fingertips. Asbestosis can lead to further complications, including pulmonary hypertension that may lead to a partial failure of the heart, and an increased risk of contracting mesothelioma.

Because of the delayed latency period for detection, Massachusetts asbestos related illnesses may not manifest until decades after exposure. This means that Massachusetts residents exposed to asbestos as far back as the 1940s are still at risk of developing asbestos related illnesses today.

Our Boston, MA Asbestos Injury Lawyer Specialists Are Available 24/7. Call Us Today at 617-787-3700. Our Massachusetts Asbestosis Illness Attorney Experts are Proud to Serve as Allies and Advocates for Massachusetts Asbestos Illness Victims.

An estimated 3,000 Americans will die this year alone due to Mesothelioma. Thousands more will die from other respiratory and lung diseases associated with asbestos exposure. What is even more tragic is that these deaths were entirely preventable.

If you or someone you love has suffered an illness or death from Massachusetts asbestos exposure, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Call the Massachusetts asbestos injury lawyers or Massachusetts asbestos injury wrongful death lawyers at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. today at 617-787-3700 to find out if you have a valid personal injury or Massachusetts wrongful death claim resulting from asbestos exposure.

Could I Have Been Exposed to Asbestos?

While there are many cases of Massachusetts factory workers’ exposure to asbestos , they are by no means the only victims of Massachusetts asbestos exposure.

There are over 400 sites in Massachusetts, including Massachusetts job sites, Massachusetts schools and Massachusetts retirement homes that are known to contain asbestos.

Furthermore, those who are exposed to asbestos may unknowingly transport asbestos fibers on their clothing back to their households, and thereby expose their family members to the deadly substance.

What Should I Do if I Suspect That I Have Suffered Exposure to Asbestos?

While a Massachusetts lawsuit may be the last thing on your mind while facing a serious illness, it is important that you contact an experienced Massachusetts asbestos injury attorney or Boston, Mass asbestos injury wrongful death lawyer to help you protect your rights.

Massachusetts Asbestos Liability and Damages

Various individuals and entities may be liable for the harm you have suffered due to Massachusetts asbestos exposure, including asbestos manufacturers, installers and even Massachusetts landlords and Massachusetts property owners. A Massachusetts resident has several different options when filing a Massachusetts asbestos related lawsuit. Possible claims include a Massachusetts product liability action, Massachusetts medical malpractice, Massachusetts worker’s compensation and Massachusetts wrongful death.

Massachusetts law entitles you to recover for both economic and non-economic damages for your Massachusetts asbestos related injury. Economic damages include, but are not limited to, medical expenses, lost wages and loss of future income. Non-economic damages, namely damages that do not have an exact dollar amount, include pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, emotional distress, inconvenience and loss of consortium. In some cases, a Massachusetts resident may be entitled to punitive damages—damages intended to punish the party responsible for the harm you suffered. Nothing can compensate you for your emotional and physical pain, but a monetary recovery can help you pay your medical bills, lost wages and lost earning capacity. Also, a monetary recovery can make a significant difference for your family members and other loved ones.

By contacting one of our expert Boston asbestos injury attorneys at 617-787-3700 or by emailing us at info@gilhoylaw.com, you can ensure that you and your loved ones receive the financial support you need to get you through this difficult time. Our expert team of Boston, MA mesothelioma injury lawyers will gather the evidence necessary to prove your exposure to asbestos by a certain product at a certain place, and work to identify the manufacturer or building owner whose negligence resulted in your asbestos related illness and injuries. Our Boston, Massachusetts asbestos injury attorneys will advocate aggressively on your behalf to gain you full and just compensation for your injuries.

If you or a loved one has suffered from illness resulting from asbestos exposure, or asbestos related Massachusetts wrongful death, contact our expert team of Massachusetts asbestos injury attorneys or Massachusetts asbestos wrongful death lawyers today for a free and confidential consultation at 617-787-3700.

A statute of limitations restricts the time you have to file a personal injury or wrongful death claim. Since symptoms of asbestos exposure related illnesses may not appear until years after the period of exposure, the law provides you with 3 years after a diagnosis with mesothelioma or 3 years after a wrongful death to bring a claim.

The highly skilled Massachusetts asbestos injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates are passionate about fighting for justice for victims of asbestos exposure. We have seen first-hand the pain and suffering caused by asbestos exposure, and we treat each of our clients with the compassion and support they need in this difficult time. We help our clients understand their rights and the legal process.

Call our Boston, Mass asbestos injury lawyers today at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com. Let us put our experience and skill to work for you, and show negligent manufacturers that their disregard for your life will not be tolerated or forgotten.

Unfortunately, asbestos has not been banned in the United States despite the serious dangers that are associated with asbestos exposure. There are a number of state and federal agencies, however, that regulate the use of asbestos in various products. Despite these regulatory measures, the risk of exposure to asbestos at Massachusetts work sites, Massachusetts construction sites or other Massachusetts locations is a major concern. In fact, Massachusetts currently has the ninth highest number of pending asbestos cases in the United States. Fortunately, the expert and highly skilled Massachusetts asbestos attorneys at our Boston, MA law firm have over two decades of experience in handling complicated Massachusetts asbestos claims and asbestos lawsuits. In addition, we have a tremendous track record of success in recovering the highest settlement amounts possible for our Massachusetts clients that have been unfairly injured as the result of exposure to asbestos.

There are three federal agencies that are responsible for the oversight and enforcement of regulatory protocol regarding the use and removal of asbestos. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides regulations for worker protection standards and exposure to asbestos in work sites. The Department of Transportation (DOT) provides regulations for the transportation of asbestos waste. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates the use of asbestos as it relates to air pollution, as well as the use of asbestos in schools, public buildings and commercial buildings.

Massachusetts has three agencies that regulate and enforce Massachusetts asbestos use. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) regulates work practices with regard to asbestos handling, storage, transport, removal and disposal. The Division of Occupational Safety (DOS) oversees the application of training, licensing and certification requirements for persons and firms engaged in work with asbestos. The Department of Public Health (DPH) enforces the Massachusetts Sanitary Code, which compels property owners to maintain asbestos in good repair that complies with DEP and DOS standards.

One of the most difficult aspects of asbestos-related personal injury claims is that symptoms usually do not appear right away following exposure to asbestos. In fact, asbestos-related illnesses can remain undetected for many years. Typical symptoms of asbestos exposure include coughing, chest pain and tightness, shortness of breath, and finger or nail abnormalities.

Compensation for Massachusetts asbestos-related personal injury victims varies greatly and depends on a number of factors. The main factors that will be considered in determining the amount of money damages to be awarded to a Massachusetts asbestos victim generally include the length and type of exposure to asbestos. In addition, there is greater liability for companies that knew of worksite asbestos risks but nevertheless failed to take appropriate remedial action, thereby causing the injuries of the Massachusetts asbestos victim.

Our Massachusetts asbestos attorneys have extensive experience in recovering compensation for all past, present and future medical care and treatment of our Massachusetts asbestos injury clients. In addition, Massachusetts asbestos-related personal injury damages typically include lost wages, in addition to money damages for emotional injuries such as loss of consortium and pain and suffering. If you or a loved one has been the victim of a Massachusetts asbestos- related personal injury, please do not hesitate to contact one of our expert Massachusetts asbestos attorneys at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com. At the very least, you will receive free, expert advice as to the merits of your Massachusetts asbestos case. Please do not hesitate. Call today!

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The Boston, MA Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates is a team of Boston, MA lawyers from some of the best law offices in Massachusetts, including expert Massachusetts asbestos wrongful death attorneys, who have been personally selected by Attorney Hoy because of their skill, experience and expertise. Many of the Boston, MA asbestos injury lawyers who are available to our Massachusetts clients through referral agreements have been repeatedly selected and recognized as among the very best asbestos injury lawyers in Massachusetts and, indeed, the country.

In the event that a friend, a family member or another loved one has sustained personal injury damages or wrongful death damages as the result of a Massachusetts asbestos injury, the best thing that you can do is to hire one of our highly skilled Boston, MA asbestos injury lawyer experts. If you select one of the knowledgeable and expert Massachusetts mesothelioma injury attorney specialists at the Boston Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates to represent you or your loved one, you can be assured that your needs are our top priority. The Massachusetts asbestos injury lawyer professionals at our Boston, MA law firm will use all of their legal expertise and talents to most effectively handle your unique situation. Our asbestos injury law firm is distinguishable from other Massachusetts law firms because our attorneys are truly compassionate and caring, in addition to their superior legal skills. Our Boston, MA asbestos injury lawyer experts will fight tirelessly on your behalf. Our Boston, MA asbestos injury law office has some of the highest quality lawyers in Massachusetts.

The Boston, MA asbestos injury lawyer professionals and Boston, MA wrongful death lawyer advocates at our Massachusetts mesothelioma injury law firm have represented many Massachusetts asbestos injury victims and the families of Massachusetts wrongful death victims. If your loved one has suffered personal injuries or wrongful death damages as the result of a Massachusetts asbestos injury, please contact our highly experienced Boston, MA asbestos injury lawyer specialists and Boston, MA wrongful death lawyer experts as soon as possible to help you get full and fair compensation for your Massachusetts personal injuries or Massachusetts wrongful death damages.

With an experienced group of some of the very best Massachusetts asbestos injury lawyers that the Commonwealth offers, our Boston asbestos injury law office is confident that our handling of your asbestos injury claim will go beyond your expectations. Our over-riding goal is to provide you or your loved one with top of the line legal service and assistance with respect to your Massachusetts asbestos injury, while earning your confidence, loyalty, trust and respect. Our Boston, MA asbestos injury law office would be honored and pleased to represent you or your loved one, and we would be delighted to provide you with an initial free and confidential consultation with respect to your Massachusetts asbestos injury claim.

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