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Most mesothelioma victims were exposed to asbestos for years through the workplace, as numerous industries regularly used asbestos-containing products or worked in buildings featuring asbestos materials. However, occupational asbestos exposure is just one type of exposure involved in mesothelioma cases. Many mesothelioma victims were exposed to this toxic substance at home, whether through their residence, family members, or the environment. If you believe your asbestos exposure occurred outside of work, consider what type of case you have and how to file a claim.
Did Your Home Contain Asbestos?
Decades ago, builders assumed asbestos was safe to use in any structure, which means numerous houses and apartment buildings contained this material. It was most often present in the home’s insulation, ceiling tiles, electrical wiring, and floor tiles, to name the most common purposes of asbestos. If any of these items were damaged in your home, this could mean you were exposed to asbestos fibers that were breaking apart, releasing toxic asbestos dust into the air for you to breathe in or swallow.
Another way that you may have been exposed to asbestos at home is through asbestos-containing products. You might be surprised to know how many household products and appliances used asbestos years ago. Some examples include vacuums, refrigerators, toasters, oven mitts, ovens, lamps, hair dryers, crockpots, fireplaces, and light bulbs. Certain types of cosmetics and baby powder even had asbestos due to the talcum powder in them, as talc and asbestos are minerals often found in the same areas in nature.
If you were exposed to asbestos in any of these ways at home, you should contact a law firm for help proving how the exposure occurred. Skilled lawyers can do the research required to determine which products were responsible for your asbestos exposure at home. They will then file a claim for compensation against the liable asbestos manufacturer.
Was the Environment Near Your Home Contaminated with Asbestos?
Another way you could be exposed to asbestos at or near your home is through environmental exposure. This can occur when a large amount of asbestos is in a specific area. After all, asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral, so it’s not unusual to find it in higher amounts in some areas than others.
However, the real issue occurs when mining companies disturb the area by mining for asbestos. This releases toxic asbestos dust into the air, which people nearby can inhale when the wind picks up. This dust can also enter local water sources, causing residents to drink it without knowing.
Whether you lived near an asbestos mine, asbestos processing plant, or any other source of constant exposure to this toxin, you could be eligible to seek compensation from the company responsible for this. You deserve to be compensated for the devastating asbestos-related diseases you and your family now have through no fault of your own, and a mesothelioma law firm can help with the legal process.
What Is Secondary Exposure to Asbestos?
While most people with mesothelioma had occupational exposure to asbestos, they’re not the only victims in their cases. Anyone they lived with while working with asbestos could have also been exposed to this substance. This is called secondary exposure.
This type of asbestos exposure often occurred when someone returned home from working around asbestos, carrying toxic asbestos dust on their clothing. This meant anyone washing that worker’s clothes, hugging them, or even having close contact with them was breathing in asbestos dust. As a result, spouses and children were often the victims of secondary asbestos exposure. If you believe this caused your mesothelioma, you should contact a skilled law firm to file a claim against the company that exposed your entire household to asbestos.
If you’re unsure how and when your asbestos exposure happened, call Frost Law Firm for help. Our reputable lawyers have assisted countless clients in getting compensation after they were exposed to toxins through their homes, neighborhoods, or family members. Call 866-FROST-WINS for a free initial consultation so we can determine if you have a mesothelioma case to pursue.
