Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops in the mesothelium, a very thin protective membrane that lines most of the bodies organs. The cancer most commonly occurs in the chest cavity which is known as pleural mesothelioma. It also can occur in the abdomen which is known as peritoneal mesothelioma and the heart which is known as pericardial mesothelioma. Very rarely, mesothelioma develops in the testes which is known as testicular mesothelioma.

Asbestos exposure is the main cause of mesothelioma. Click here to learn about the history of asbestos, why it’s dangerous, and other diseases it causes.

The insidious characteristics of asbestos exposure often cause mesothelioma to go unnoticed until the disease has reached the advanced stages. However, modern scientific methods are changing that.

There is presently no cure for mesothelioma. However, treatments can slow the disease’s progression, and extend the length and quality of a person’s life.

Because of asbestos-containing materials used in manufacturing, construction, ship-building, automotive maintenance and many other occupations, workers in many trades have been exposed to dangerous levels of asbestos.

Asbestos materials used at worksites have exposed countless workers to asbestos. Check out our comprehensive list of worksites where dangerous asbestos-containing materials are found.

Here’s a list of companies that we know have exposed workers to significant risk of asbestus related diseases.

There are laws to protect asbestos victims and their families by compensating them for pain and suffering, lost income, hospital and medical bills, and other losses. Shein Law is always here to help.