Asbestos had been widely used for many years before its dangerous properties were discovered. Many people, often workers, now suffer serious illness from exposure to this potentially deadly substance. Cancers such as mesothelioma can occur decades after exposure has been halted. In this section we outline the options an injured person may have to recover compensation.

Introduction

Workers Exposed to Asbestos: Laws and Legal Remedies

Workers harmed by asbestos exposure may be able to sue for damages based on negligence, or on a product liability theory.
How Your Lawyer Prepares Your Asbestos Injury Lawsuit

Understand the discovery process in an asbestos related injury case.

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Employer Liability for Exposure to Asbestos

The employee-employer relationship is important in an asbestos related injury case, because it determines the injured person's options for compensation.
Landlord's Responsibility For Removing Asbestos from an Apartment

Learn about the laws governing a landlord's duties to notify you of asbestos in your building, and your options for dealing with it.

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Asbestos Exposure and Injury Laws