Long before the 1970’s and 1980’s, asbestos has been responsible for lung disease and early deaths. The ancient Greeks marveled at its fire-retardant properties, which is why “asbestos” is Greek for “inextinguishable.” The Romans also used asbestos to fireproof their clothing and other textiles. The Romans also noticed that people who mined the asbestos developed a lung disease and died while they were still young.
Despite the link to lung sickness and death, asbestos grew in popularity and its use exploded during the Industrial Revolution. Factories in the United States used it in everything from shipbuilding materials to home insulation. What this meant is that workers were around asbestos on a daily basis often without adequate protection from its deadly fibers.
By the middle of the last century, more and more people began experiencing lung problems. Doctors found that these people worked with asbestos earlier in their lives. It was common for employers to expose their workers to asbestos even though the employers knew it was deadly. The federal government passed laws regulating asbestos use in the U.S., but there is no official ban on the material.
If you know someone exposed to asbestos that is now experiencing health problems, call our office at 504-522-7885 to speak with a mesothelioma attorney. We offer a free and confidential case review. Our mesothelioma website has more information on how we can help you.
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