Mesothelioma Attorney Construction Worker Definition

Before its ban in 1979, asbestos was used in many industries including construction. Construction workers were frequently required to work in close proximity to asbestos if not to be involved in its direct handling. Exposure to asbestos has been linked to a number of severe health concerns, including the development of mesothelioma, an aggressive form of cancer. Many construction workers have developed and continue to develop mesothelioma as a 

consequence of exposure in the workplace.

Identifying the Risk

Not all construction workers are at risk of developing mesothelioma, but there are some situations in which this is more likely and it is advisable to see a doctor. You may be in danger if you:

• Were involved with construction projects before 1979
• Have worked on buildings built before 1979
• Participated in refurbishing projects in buildings that may contain asbestos
• Installed new ceramic tiles, drywall, or piping into a building that contained asbestos
• Were asked to remove asbestos from a building that contained the substance
• Although it has been banned from future use, buildings that were built before 1980 may still contain asbestos and put construction workers at risk.

The average age for a diagnosed victim of mesothelioma in the United States is 72 years old.  Because of their age frequently people with mesothelioma are initially misdiagnosed with pneumonia. This year between 2500, and 3000 US citizens will be diagnosed with mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is attributable to exposure to asbestos.

According to the CDC the states indicated with the highest incidence of mesothelioma include Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Michigan, Illinois, Minnesota, Louisiana, Washington, and Oregon.

However, based on the calls the Mesothelioma Victims Center receives a diagnosed victim of mesothelioma could live in any state including New York, Florida, California, Texas, Illinois, Ohio, Iowa, Indiana, Missouri, North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Idaho, or Alaska.

High risk work groups for exposure to asbestos include US Navy Veterans, power plant workers, shipyard workers, oil refinery workers, steel mill workers, manufacturing workers, pulp or paper mill workers, plumbers, electricians, auto mechanics, machinists, miners, construction workers, insulators, rail road worker, roofers, or firemen. As a rule, these types of workers were exposed to asbestos in the 1950's, 1960's, 1970's, or 1980's. US Navy Veterans make up about one third of all US Citizens who are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year. 

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