Mesothelioma And Law

The most common cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a carcinogen that increases the risk of mesothelioma and lung cancer. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that occurs in the protective membrane that covers most of the organs in the body.

Asbestos is comprised of bundles of fibrous crystals, which flow in the air when disturbed. People exposed to asbestos at work places often inhale these fibrous crystals, which is the major cause of mesothelioma. While most asbestos fibers are in the shape of straight flakes, Chrysotile, or white asbestos, has curled fibers and are more widely used because they are less likely to fragment.