Asbestos colorectal cancer claims

Asbestos exposure and colorectal cancer: What research says

A causal link between asbestos exposure and colorectal cancer has yet to be established, but there have been multiple studies suggesting the existence of a connection. In 2019, a meta-analysis published by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health linked asbestos exposure to increased risks of developing colorectal cancer. Furthermore, researchers from the American Journal of Epidemiology pointed out that "colorectal cancer risk is elevated among men occupationally exposed to asbestos."

Asbestos fibers can enter the body through inhalation or ingestion. Once inside, these microscopic fibers can become lodged in the colon or rectum, where they may remain for an extended period. As a result, it can cause inflammation, scarring, and cellular damage, all of which can lead to cancer.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in the United States. The latest figures from the American Cancer Society showed that the country records 46,950 new cases of rectal cancer and 107,320 new cases of colon cancer every year.

Who is eligible to file asbestos colorectal cancer claims?

To file colorectal cancer claims related to asbestos exposure, you must meet the following criteria:

• You received an asbestos-related cancer diagnosis in the last 3 years.
• You were a military personnel or a former industrial worker working in a high-risk, asbestos-exposure occupation.
• You are a family member of an industrial worker or veteran suffering from cancer due to secondhand asbestos exposure.
• You are a family member of a deceased patient diagnosed with colorectal cancer and a history of asbestos exposure.

Colorectal cancer misdiagnosis and asbestos exposure work history

Since cases of colorectal cancer that occur as a result of asbestos exposure are quite rare, when people receive a colorectal cancer diagnosis, the doctor will not make the connection to asbestos fibers that were ingested or inhaled and now are lodged in the lungs and colon as the culprit of the colorectal cancer.

Regrettably, misdiagnosis is very common among victims of workplace asbestos exposure, especially when other afflictions than lung disease are concerned.

Due to the latency period of several decades and the lack of knowledge when it comes to the correlation between asbestos exposure and colorectal cancer, the disease is challenging to diagnose, as many doctors do not check the lungs thoroughly and specifically do not look for asbestos fibers.

However, if you struggle with colorectal cancer and have a history of occupational asbestos exposure, a tell-tale sign that the former is the result of the latter is the presence of asbestos fibers in your lungs.

Interestingly, most individuals develop colorectal cancer because the asbestos fibers they breathed in during their jobs travel through the body to the area in question. Therefore, underlying lung disease is almost the norm for people who develop colorectal cancer following asbestos exposure.

Colon & rectal cancer: Jones Act claims

Accidents and unsafe conditions aboard commercial vessels fall under the Jones Act jurisdiction when crew members sustain harm. This federal statute mandates that shipowners ensure vessel safety and protect workers from foreseeable dangers during maritime operations. Ocean-going work subjects employees to distinct hazards, including deck accidents, cargo incidents, machinery malfunctions, and exposure to harsh marine conditions.

The Jones Act, in force since 1920, permits injured mariners to seek financial recovery when employer carelessness contributes to workplace accidents. Compensation through Jones Act claims addresses medical costs, income replacement, physical suffering, and permanent limitations resulting from maritime injuries. If you've been injured while working aboard a vessel and employer negligence played a role, you may be entitled to financial compensation under the Jones Act.

Colon & rectal cancer: FELA claims

A railroad employee's injuries sustained while performing their duties are governed by the Federal Employers' Liability Act, not conventional workers' compensation laws. FELA establishes that railroad corporations bear responsibility when their negligent practices contribute to employee harm. The railroad sector involves substantial occupational risks, including equipment failures, track defects, collision hazards, and toxic substance contact that can cause both immediate trauma and progressive health deterioration.

In 1908, Congress enacted FELA in recognition of the need for enhanced legal safeguards in railroad work. According to FELA provisions, employers are responsible for workplace injuries, even if their fault is minimal. We handle railroad injury claims ranging from acute accidents to cumulative disorders resulting from prolonged exposure at the workplace.