Asbestos throat cancer claims

Asbestos-exposed individuals are at a 40% higher risk of developing laryngeal/pharyngeal cancer

Asbestos is a known human carcinogen, and exposure can lead to the development of certain types of cancer. Aside from lung cancer and mesothelioma, scientists have also discovered how asbestos exposure can lead to increased risks of other chronic diseases, including throat cancer. In 2006, the National Academies Press published a study confirming the causal relationship between asbestos exposure and laryngeal cancer. The meta-analysis, which covers over 300 studies, concluded that exposure to these cancer-causing minerals can cause cancer of the larynx, the voice box.

Scientific evidence also suggests a potential link between asbestos exposure and pharyngeal cancer. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has acknowledged several cohort studies investigating this association. Although these studies have not provided sufficient evidence to confirm a strong causal relationship, the NIH emphasized the significance of the suggestive evidence pointing to a possible connection.

Eligibility and compensation options

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with throat cancer and had occupational or secondary exposure to asbestos, you may be eligible to file claims. Those qualified include:

• Former industrial workers employed in companies, plants, and factories handling, using, or producing asbestos or asbestos-related materials.
• Veterans, particularly service personnel of the U.S. Navy
• Family members of exposed workers and veterans
• Family members of deceased patients diagnosed with throat cancer who have a history of asbestos exposure.

Under what names can throat/laryngeal/pharyngeal cancer be diagnosed?

If you handled asbestos products in the workplace or in the military and have laryngeal cancer, it is essential to know that there are multiple names for this disease, depending on the type of malignant cells that are present within the tumors. The following is a complete list of laryngeal cancer diagnoses that you can receive if you were exposed to asbestos. Being aware of these names is very important, as you will have a better idea of whether you qualify for filing a claim.

• sarcoma
• lymphoma
• adenocarcinoma
• neuroendocrine carcinoma

If your healthcare provider gave you one of these diagnoses and told you that you have throat cancer, we encourage you to reach out to us, as we specialize in asbestos exposure cases and will help you recover the compensation you deserve within the shortest time possible. Because we are aware that people with cancer, especially if it is in advanced stages, are in many cases in urgent need of money to afford better treatment, we will expedite your asbestos claim so that it will result in cash sooner.

Throat/laryngeal/pharyngeal cancer misdiagnosis and asbestos exposure work history

Asbestos-related diseases in the early stages often mimic other common respiratory disorders. Misdiagnosis occurs when throat cancer is wrongly diagnosed as a common cold or sore throat. Differentiating throat cancer from other diseases can be quite challenging, and for this reason, we recommend seeking a second opinion from a pulmonologist who specializes in asbestos-related diseases. Getting diagnosed correctly at an early stage is important as it leads to the most effective treatment options and increases your chances of survival.

About 84% of patients who have been diagnosed in stage 1 have been able to survive for more than 5 years. An accurate diagnosis of your condition, on the other hand, helps you recover the right amount of financial compensation from the asbestos trust funds. If you have been exposed to asbestos at your workplace, make sure you receive annual health screenings to rule out signs of asbestos-related diseases.

Throat cancer: Jones Act claims

Maritime employees who suffer injuries aboard vessels are protected under the Jones Act, a federal statute that holds shipowners accountable for unsafe conditions at sea. The nature of maritime work exposes crew members to constant risk, including equipment malfunctions, hazardous weather, slippery working surfaces, and strenuous physical labor. Injury caused by the negligence of an employer can be compensated through the Jones Act, which goes beyond basic medical expenses.

The law was passed in 1920 to provide adequate protection for those who work on navigable waters. We have represented injured seamen in recovering income, pain, and suffering damages, and rehabilitation costs through our attorneys who understand the Jones Act claim process.

Throat cancer: FELA claims

Railroad workers injured during the course of their employment are covered by the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) rather than state workers' compensation programs. FELA provides a more comprehensive remedy for injured workers by allowing them to hold railroad companies accountable when safety failures contribute to accidents or illnesses. In the railroad industry, collisions, equipment defects, track hazards, as well as prolonged exposure to harmful substances like diesel exhaust and industrial chemicals, continue to pose significant dangers.

In 1908, the FELA was passed in response to widespread railroad casualties, and only a minimal amount of negligence by employers is necessary to establish liability. We have handled FELA claims involving everything from acute injuries to chronic conditions resulting from decades of service. To maximize your compensation for your losses, we thoroughly investigate each case to identify all factors that contributed to your injury.