Louisiana Mesothelioma / Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos has been determined by the Department of Health and Human Services, the World Health Organization and the Environmental Protection Agency to be a human carcinogen. Many people who have been exposed to and breathed in asbestos while working have decades later been diagnosed with various diseases associated with asbestos.
Two commonly known lung diseases caused by asbestos exposure include asbestosis (non-cancerous form) and mesothelioma (cancerous form). There is a long latency period associated with all asbestos diseases. People who are affected may have been exposed in the 1940s, 1950s, 1960s or 1970s. Unfortunately, there is still asbestos in some older buildings, and people are still being exposed and becoming ill.
The mesothelioma attorneys at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault have spent the past 25 years representing injury victims across the state of Louisiana. Our lawyers have represented thousands of personal injury victims including people suffering from mesothelioma, and we understand the serious complications that can result. If you or a family member has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, call the Alexandria, Louisiana mesothelioma attorneys of Neblett, Beard & Arsenault at 1-800-256-1050 or submit an online request to find out if you are entitled to compensation for your illness. We handle mesothelioma cases for the people of Louisiana including Baton Rouge, Alexandria, Lafayette, Shreveport, Lake Charles and Monroe.
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects cells that are found in the lining of the chest (pleura), the heart (pericardium) or the abdomen (peritoneum), according to the National Cancer Institute.
The only reliable test for diagnosis of mesothelioma is a tissue biopsy. Fluid biopsies have given a higher percentage of negative results than the tissue biopsy test.
Lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure is thought to occur at a younger age than other lung cancers. These types of cancers tend to occur in the lower lobes of the lungs as well. If the exposed person is a smoker, the risk of getting asbestos-related lung cancer rises exponentially.
There are several stages of mesothelioma. Localized malignant mesothelioma, or Stage I, is generally localized to the lining of the chest cavity around the lung or heart, in the diaphragm or the lung. Advanced malignant mesothelioma, or Stage II, means the cancer has spread beyond the chest, affecting the lymph nodes in the chest as well. Stage III, affects many areas of the chest wall, including, but not limited to the heart, chest, through the diaphragm, or the abdominal lining and sometimes into nearby lymph nodes. Stage IV means the cancer has spread to distant tissues and organs. Recurrent malignant mesothelioma means the cancer has returned after treatment. It can come back in the area originally affected or in other parts of the body.
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact the law firm of Neblett, Beard & Arsenault. We have represented thousands of personal injury victims including mesothelioma victims in both personal and class action litigation, and we’re ready to help you. We’ll review your situation free of charge and advise you of your legal options. Results are how we measure success – we’ve built a strong reputation both in and out of the courtroom, and we’ll put our experience and expertise to work on your behalf.
Mesothelioma Attorneys
If you are suffering from mesothelioma, take the first step to protect your legal rights – contact the mesothelioma attorneys at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault. We represent victims of mesothelioma across the state of Louisiana including Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lake Charles, Monroe, Lafayette and Alexandria. You only have a limited time after your injury to file a claim, however, so you must act quickly. Call 1-800-256-1050 today or submit an online request.
Neblett, Beard & Arsenault serves the legal needs of Louisiana, including:
- Alexandria 318.561.2500
- Baton Rouge 225.343.3475
- Lafayette 337.289.9800
- Lake Charles 337.855.4400
- Monroe 318.323.4455
- Shreveport 318.635.5800
- Injuries
- Accidents
- Offshore / Maritime
- Dangerous Drugs & Products
- Food Poisoning
- Nursing Home Neglect
Personal injury is a legal term that describes a serious injury suffered by one person that is caused by the negligence or wrongful actions of another. Negligence or wrongful conduct can happen in the form of a car accident, medical malpractice, maritime accidents, or dangerous products.
Whether you were hurt in a car wreck, on an oil rig or suffered harm from a prescription drug, your first priority is medical treatment – but you may be confused about your next steps. If you or a loved one has been seriously hurt, an experienced personal injury attorney can be a vital resource for providing knowledgeable, no-nonsense advice about your legal options. The personal injury attorneys at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault have been helping injury victims for more than two decades – and we’re ready to work for you. Contact us today at 1-800-256-1050 or submit an online request.
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Vehicle accidents are among the most common causes of personal injury in Louisiana. In 2008, there were thousands of car accidents, including 827 fatal traffic collisions – causing the death of 920 people. Considering that most of us must use a vehicle to travel to our jobs, our schools, stores and home, we are all at risk for becoming involved in a vehicle accident at some point in our lives.
The vehicle accident attorneys at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault have devoted the past 25 years to representing injury victims in Alexandria, Baton Rouge and across the state of Louisiana. We know that even the slightest mistake can quickly turn into a tragic accident – and if you’ve been hurt because of someone else’s negligence on the roads, you have the right to file for financial compensation. Contact us at 1-800-256-1050 or submit an online request for a free evaluation of your claim.
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Maritime law is the area of our legal system that covers incidents that occur on the water. Maritime law encompasses individuals who are injured on a boat as a member of the crew or a passenger. It also covers longshoremen, offshore oil field workers and many other individuals injured on a boat, rig or dock.
The Maritime Law attorneys at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault have been providing knowledge and experience to law firms across the country in the area of maritime law for more than a quarter of a century. If you or a loved one has been hurt while working in a maritime profession, contact our firm by calling 1-800-256-1050 today or submit an online request.
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Dangerous drugs and dangerous medical products can often do more harm than the disease or condition they are treating. Despite FDA regulations, many products slip by with unknown and harmful side effects that could be caused by a flaw in design or production. Sometimes these side effects are known by the company, but the product is pushed through in order to avoid delays and make profit.
If you have been hurt by a prescription drug or other pharmaceutical product, the best thing that you can do for yourself and other patients is to come forward. The pharmaceutical litigation lawyers at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault of Louisiana know how to deal with the big drug companies and we work hard to help ensure that the injured receive justice. Contact us today at 1-800-256-1050 or submit an online request. We handle pharmaceutical litigation claims across the state of Louisiana including Alexandria and Baton Rouge.
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Foodborne illnesses are highly preventable, yet they are very common in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 325,000 people are hospitalized due to food poisoning and more than 5,000 die. Poor preparation and improper handling of food can expose thousands of people to dangerous diseases such as botulism, campylobacterioses, e.coli, listeria and salmonella.
If you or someone you love has become seriously ill due to contaminated food, contact the Louisiana food poisoning attorneys at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault today. We have represented thousands of personal injury victims including victims of food poisoning. Call 1-800-256-1050 today or submit an online request. We represent victims across the state of Louisiana including Alexandria and Baton Rouge.
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It is a difficult and emotional decision to place a mother, father or grandparent in a nursing home. When you do, you expect that your loved ones will experience the highest level of care possible. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. No matter how carefully you choose and investigate a nursing home facility, nursing home neglect, abuse and mistreatment do occur.
The nursing home negligence attorneys at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault have spent the past 25 years representing injury victims across the state. Our lawyers have represented thousands of people suffering from nursing home negligence, and we understand the serious complications that can result. If your loved one has experienced nursing home negligence, contact our firm by calling 1-800-256-1050 today or submit an online request. We handle nursing home neglect cases from Alexandria, Baton Rouge and across Louisiana.
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