Justice For Families in Missouri Facing Mesothelioma
If you or someone in your family has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness like mesothelioma, you may be wondering how this happened and what you can do about it. You deserve answers, and you deserve justice.
The law firm of Satterley & Kelley PLLC has been representing individuals and families from Missouri like yours for decades, protecting their legal rights and fighting for the compensation they deserve. We have won tens of millions of dollars through both settlements and jury verdicts on behalf of our clients.
What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a light, strong, durable mineral fiber that was used in thousands of products over centuries because it’s resistant to the following:
- Heat
- Fire
- Chemicals
- Electricity
If fibers are airborne, people can inhale or swallow them. Asbestos fibers may never leave the body or be destroyed by its immune response.
Understanding The Damage Caused by Asbestos
One of the most frustrating things about asbestos-related illnesses is that they are preventable. Companies and the government have known about the health dangers posed by asbestos since before the Industrial Revolution but chose to use it anyway. Although asbestos usage has dropped in recent years, some industries and the military still use it. New cases of mesothelioma are frequently diagnosed in Missouri.
Asbestos causes problems in the lungs and other organs. The deadliest disease is mesothelioma, a form of cancer that affects the mesothelium, which is a protective lining for organs and the chest and abdominal cavities. Mesothelioma progresses slowly and may take decades to develop. It most often develops in the lungs, abdomen, and heart.
Detecting The Disease
Each type of mesothelioma causes a unique set of symptoms. Generally, however, the following symptoms may indicate mesothelioma:
- Fever and night sweats
- Fatigue
- Weight loss, nausea, or difficulty swallowing
- Chest pains, coughing, and difficulty breathing
Doctors will perform a number of tests to determine if you have mesothelioma, including imaging scans, biopsies and blood tests. The life expectancy for someone with this disease has improved over the years, especially when caught and treated early.
How Can Satterley & Kelley PLLC Help?
If you’re diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related cancer, you may be entitled to compensation for what you’ve endured. This includes physical and mental pain and suffering, financial costs, medical bills, and how the disease impacts your relationships. It can be due to asbestos released during accidental fires or any other source.
You need a law firm with experience representing victims taking legal action against the asbestos industry. Satterley & Kelley, PLLC attorneys have helped asbestos victims for more than 25 years.
We have relationships with the best experts in the world to help us prove that asbestos caused your injury and the physical, emotional, psychological, and financial harm you suffered.
Our attorneys help clients nationwide with their legal claims. We understand the law, the types of arguments the defense may raise and how to reach the best possible outcome for every case. More importantly, we understand what you and your family are going through. We will handle your case with the care and compassion you deserve while giving you the legal guidance you need.
Get Answers
We understand that you need answers, and we can help you get them. Start by setting up your free consultation with Satterley & Kelley PLLC. Call our office at 855-385-9532, locally 502-589-5600 or reach out to us online. We assist clients throughout Missouri and nationwide from our office in Louisville.