Eagan Minnesota Mesothelioma and Asbestos Law Blog

Even though asbestos has now been on the medical radar for decades, that does not mean that asbestos is done hurting people. Today, people are still afflicted by cancer due to asbestos exposure. Many of these recent cases are part of what is known as the “third wave” of asbestos cases.

Sometime around 1979, there was an apparent increase in families suffering the loss of loved ones in workplace situations. Such incidents often have to do with asbestos exposure. Many Minnesota spouses, parents and children have grieved the loss of their loved ones in situations that may have been prevented had the employers of their family members fulfilled their obligations to keep their workers safe.  

The needs and goals of every family who suffers a wrongful death experience are unique. Many have taken similar steps, however, to seek justice on the behalves of their loved ones. Many also describe feeling angry or frustrated to learn that employer negligence was a causal factor in their family members' deaths.  

Many Minnesota workers and residential occupants are at risk for certain health conditions although they may not realize it. There are many buildings and work environments throughout the state and nation that place employees and residents in harm's way regarding possible asbestos exposure. At times, such exposure happens by chance, without those involved realizing dangerous microscopic fibers are present in their surroundings. Sadly, other exposures occur when employers or town officials are fully aware of potential problems but fail in their duties to inform others or take precautions to keep them safe. 

An apartment complex in another state was evacuated some time ago due to a flood. An inspection of the property ensued after the storms that caused the flood subsided. Property owners were cited for nine separate maintenance code violations.  

How many Minnesota residents are currently suffering fatal illnesses contracted by ingesting microscopic asbestos fibers in the workplace? It's impossible to give an exact number because many affected workers are currently unaware of their conditions. A man in another state is not only aware of his lung cancer, but he and his wife have filed a claim against several companies they say should be held financially accountable for his illness, which is believed to have been caused by repeated asbestos exposure on the job.

The claim states that the man was exposed to asbestos during his career from 1949 to 1999. The repeated exposures reportedly occurred due to products manufactured, sold or installed by the defendants. The claim asserts that the defendants were aware of the dangers associated with the products in question but failed to take proper action to keep workers and consumers safe.