Asbestos Exposure
Delaware
Delaware Mesothelioma & Asbestos Lawyers
Asbestos Exposure in Delaware
Inhalation of Asbestos Fibers: Asbestos fibers are tiny particles that can become airborne when asbestos-containing materials are disturbed. When inhaled, these fibers can lodge in the lining of the lungs or other tissues. The body cannot easily expel them, leading to long-term health risks.
Chronic Irritation and Inflammation: Once asbestos fibers are lodged in the body, they cause chronic irritation and inflammation. The immune system tries to remove the fibers, but this often leads to ongoing cellular damage. Over time, this damage can cause genetic mutations and scarring, increasing the risk of cancer.
Development of Mesothelioma: The genetic mutations caused by asbestos exposure can lead to uncontrolled cell growth and the formation of tumors. In pleural mesothelioma, these tumors develop in the lining of the lungs, causing symptoms like chest pain and shortness of breath. As the cancer progresses, it becomes increasingly difficult to treat.
Latency Period: Mesothelioma has a long latency period, often taking 20 to 50 years after asbestos exposure for symptoms to appear. This delayed onset makes early diagnosis challenging, as symptoms are often nonspecific and resemble other conditions. By the time it is diagnosed, the disease is usually in an advanced stage.
Risk Factors: The risk of developing mesothelioma increases with the amount and duration of asbestos exposure, particularly in industries like construction and shipbuilding. Even secondary exposure, such as asbestos fibers brought home on clothing, can pose significant risks.
You do not have to file your claim in the state in which you live. It’s far more important to contact an attorney with a strong history of experience specifically in asbestos cases, than it is to select one who happens to be in your area of Delaware. The most successful attorneys in your area may have never handled an asbestos case.
SWMW attorneys dedicate the overwhelming majority of their time and effort prosecuting mesothelioma claims, so we know which states and jurisdictions are going to provide the best outcome for your case and can get your case settled faster. We handle asbestos cases all across the USA, so we know how to file, where to file, and what to do to get you the compensation you deserve.
Jobsites in Delaware With Known Asbestos Usage & Exposure
Atlas Point
- Atlas Chemical Industries Inc
- Atlas Powder Company
- Ici Atlas Point
- Atlas Chemical Prod Corp
- Ici Americas Inc
- W. Kellogg Company
Edgemoor
- Delmarva Power & Light Company
- I. DuPont De Nemours & Company
- Edgemoor Iron Works
- Krebs Pigment and Color Corporation
- Dupont Company
- Edge Moor General Station
- Graver Tank & Manufacturing Company
- Ludlow Manufacturing
Millsboro
- Delaware Power & Light Company
- Nrg Energy Inc
- Indian River Station
- Townsends, Inc
Newport
- Ciba-Geigy
- Krebs Plant
- Dupont
North Claymont
- Allied Chemical Corporation
- Sun Oil Chemical Plant
- General Chemical Company
Seaford
- Beebe Hospital
- Dupont
- Our Lady of Lourdes Church
- Caterpillar Tractor Company
- I. Dupont De Nemours & Company
- Pfm Construction Div
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