Some Modern Risks of Asbestos Exposure

Although the use of asbestos is regulated today, it unfortunately doesn’t mean that risk of exposure to asbestos has been eliminated. The law firm of Baron and Budd, P.C. understands that as long as buildings and materials containing asbestos continue to exist, the risk for asbestos exposure will not go away. The most susceptible to exposure are workers whose jobs require them to work with these materials and those who live or work in older buildings. Baron and Budd, P.C. makes great efforts to raise public awareness about these modern-day risks. More importantly, they’re always ready to spring to action and protect what’s right if your life is impacted by these health risks. Who is at Risk? Manufacturing of asbestos products was regulated in the mid-1970s. However, the use of asbestos continues to this day. In the United States, there are about numerous asbestos-containing consumer products that continue to be sold or used legally. These products are typically used in buildings and automobiles. Asbestos also remains in many older structures and vehicles throughout the country as asbestos was once added to nearly everything, from pipe to floor tiles to gaskets and brakes. When asbestos-containing materials are disturbed, asbestos fibers can be released into the air. That’s when the danger begins. If inhaled, these fibers can cause irreversible health damage. What’s unfortunate is that one doesn’t know immediately if their health has been endangered, as symptoms of asbestos disease only appear decades after initial exposure. By then, asbestos cancer is often in its late stages. People who worked in the mining, automotive, construction, and aviation industries may be at risk for asbestos-related injuries. The law firm of Baron and Budd, P.C. has spent the time, effort, and resources identifying all the occupations and trades associated with asbestos exposure. Fighting Modern-Day Asbestos Risks Russell Budd, managing shareholder of Baron and Budd, P.C. has been championing people’s rights for over 30 years. He knows the extent of damage that exposure to asbestos can have on a person’s life. In over three decades, Russell Budd has helped over countless asbestos victims receive fair compensation from asbestos companies. He was also instrumental in the creation of various trust funds for asbestos claimants. rnUnder his direction, the law firm makes generous donations to curative therapy research programs. Russell Budd also understands that if these people are more aware of the dangers lurking in the sites where they work, appropriate protective measures can be taken. Hence, he sponsors awareness advocacy programs informing people of these modern day risks. These advocacy programs also raise awareness about the rights of mesothelioma victims. Baron and Budd, P.C. is a national law firm with a long history of precedent-setting trial results. If you want to learn more about their accomplishments, for victims throughout the asbestos industry, visit www.baronandbudd.com.