| Prior to 1980 most states in the US faced a Mesothelioma threat as asbestos was used generally in the heating and construction industry. Alabama, the Yellowhammer state was no exception. That is why, it has been seen that in the past decade a number of Mesothelioma cases have emerged in Alabama.
Mesothelioma in Alabama
Laws that banned the use of Asbestos or made it at least a necessity to inform workers that they would be working with Asbestos were passed in 1980. Before that people in mills, asbestos industries and mine workers were exposed to Asbestos without any knowledge of the fact.
They were endangered as were there family members and it was after the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) set up laws that limits were imposed that allowed only a minimal level of asbestos to be exposed in the workplace. Yet, even then the danger of Asbestos exposure remains. While people in the workplace are now asked to wear protective gear not all industries follow the rules set out.
Native Alabamians working in foundries, mills, welding and construction industries and asbestos mining have been exposed to asbestos fibers and are in danger of contracting Mesothelioma. Symptoms develop after more than three decades and the effect is swift and deadly.
Mesothelioma is a menace that is man made and must be eliminated in all states especially Alabama.
Below are the figures for the number of deaths, mortality rate (per million population), and years of potential life lost (YPLL) in Alabama State in the year 1999, among residents aged 15 and older.
State |
|
Crude Mortality |
Rate |
Rank |
|
Age-Adjusted Mortality |
Rate |
Rank |
|
VYLL to life Expectancy |
Total |
Rank |
VYLL/death |
Rank |
|
Alabama |
33 |
20 |
9.46 |
34 |
9.35 |
37 |
525 |
20 |
15.9 |
8 |
While the figures may not be high the fact is even one death related to Mesothelioma could create a domino effect as second hand exposure to family members can take place and the effect will be seen again after more than three decades. There is a statute of limitations and the fact is if you know that you have been exposed to carcinogenic particles you are due fair compensation.
If you are a victim or family member of a victim you must ensure that you visit a Mesothelioma attorney in Alabama and take action now.
Contact a Mesothelioma attorney if you are suffering from this deadly disease and you contracted it because of unsafe working conditions. We have listed Mesothelioma attorneys in each state on this site to help you find suitable legal help |
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