Lake Charles, Louisiana, Asbestos and Mesothelioma Lawyer
Even after its dangers and risks were known, asbestos has been used as a common material in thousands of household and industrial products. Inhaling asbestos fibers has been shown to cause a range of serious health conditions including COPD, asbestosis, lung cancers and mesothelioma, a condition that inevitably causes death. At Baggett, McCall, Burgess, Watson & Gaughan, we offer strategic advocacy to protect the rights of asbestos exposure victims and their families.
Asbestos exposure can have serious and fatal consequences. For victims, once exposed, the damage has already been done. The tragic effects may not show up in symptoms for many years. Contact us for an immediate consultation to learn about your rights against a negligent manufacturer, employer or corporation in asbestos litigation.
Mesothelioma, lung cancer, other cancers, and asbestosis caused by asbestos exposure
Mesothelioma is a cancer that attacks the membranes around the lungs, heart and abdominal cavity. Most victims are diagnosed with lung mesothelioma and notice symptoms only after it is terminal, many years after the initial exposure to asbestos. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, chest pain or both.
We have been able to achieve multi-million dollar settlements and substantial trial verdicts in asbestos related litigation and are recognized as pioneers in the area of asbestos and mesothelioma related litigation. Cole v. Celotex, a case handled by the firm has been called the “Bible” of asbestos related litigation. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with asbestosis or if you have lost a loved one to an asbestos-related disease such as mesothelioma or cancer, do not hesitate to contact our firm for an immediate consultation or case evaluation.
Executive Officers
In Louisiana, victims of toxic exposures have a unique cause of action against executive officers (corporate executives, safety engineers, safety directors, and health and hygiene directors) for their negligence in the work place, prior to October 1, 1976. If you or someone you know was exposed over a long period of time in an industrial setting, prior to 1976, you may have a very unique action that individuals injured in other states may not have.
Protecting your rights and claims
It is important to be very careful when choosing an attorney to handle your case. Our lawyers have extensive experience in toxic tort litigation and chemical exposure cases, including asbestosis and mesothelioma cases. We know how to perform an immediate investigation to collect and preserve the necessary evidence for your case. Our attorneys are also familiar with the complex medical issues that are crucial to making a strong claim for compensation. Our lawyers will take every necessary step to identify all responsible parties and pursue every avenue of recovery on your behalf.
Contact Baggett, McCall, Burgess, Watson & Gaughan in Lake Charles, Louisiana, for a free consultation or call 337-478-8888 or our toll-free number 1-800-256-1137 now to speak directly with an experienced personal injury, wrongful death and asbestos lawyer. Choose your lawyer carefully.
