Asbestos FAQ

What is Asbestos?

Asbestos is a mineral fiber that was used as insulation in buildings built in the 1950's (source: epa.gov). It was first advertised as a “miracle product” and said that it would revolutionize the insulation industry. Research has shown that when it came out in the 1920's, the manufacturers hid knowledge that asbestos can flake off and get trapped in the lining of the lungs, causing scarring, and many times asbestos related diseases and cancers. The sad truth is that the people that discovered this were the firefighters that dealt with it in burning buildings and naval veterans where asbestos was used as a lining in the ships and very prone to flaking.


Where does asbestos exposure come from?

Asbestos exposure can come from a variety of trades. Almost any type of construction worker had a chance of being exposed to asbestos at one time or another, many not even knowing they had been exposed. Another highly exposed career is naval veterans. Asbestos was used as a lining in the ships with nothing covering it, and would flake off and be inhaled very easily by anyone aboard. It was used by plumbers and found in common household appliances such as hairdryers as late as 1980 (http://www.mesothelioma-adviser.com/asbestos-exposure.html).


How can Asbestos harm you?

Asbestos is dangerous when the very thin fibers become separated and are inhaled (positivehands.co.uk). These fibers, which are unable to be breathed out, get caught in the lining of the lungs and cause irreparable scarring. This scarring can in many times be fatal by itself, but can also cause several types of cancers, several being malignant, such as mesothelioma. The number of deaths from asbestos related diseases has skyrocketed since the beginning of the 21st century.


What can Migliore and Infranco do for you?

Migliore and Infranco, along with their associates, have won over 1000 asbestos cases and recovered money for the victims, including many multi-million dollar verdicts. We will work with other very successful law firms to provide you with the best and most professional legal help you can find. We will be there every step of the way to provide you with the services necessary for you to win your case, starting with a free consultation and continuing till long after the case is won. Call today to see how we can help you in your battle. We want to help you and your family!