Center warns families against putting off critical issues such as a will, power of attorney, and hiring a top mesothelioma compensation lawyer
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "One of the biggest problems the center faces each week is attempting to help family members of a diagnosed victim of mesothelioma to get organized in order to protect their loved one. We do this by creating awareness vital issues, such establishing a power of attorney, wills, and making certain that everyone involved has instant access to the nation's top mesothelioma compensation attorneys. Unfortunately in many instances, the family put these issues off. We know all of this sounds complex but we will literally do everything possible to make certain all of these vital issues get taken care of. All that we ask of a diagnosed victim, or family members acting on behalf of a gravely sick victim, is to call us at 866-714-6466 so we can do everything to help them get organized." http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
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Must Have List For All Diagnosed Victims Of Mesothelioma Or Their Family From The Mesothelioma Victims Center:
- The victim of mesothelioma must have a pathology report from a medical doctor that confirms mesothelioma if the victim, or the victim's family, hope to receive compensation for this rare form of cancer.
- If the diagnosed victim does not have either a medical power of attorney, or a will in place, the Mesothelioma Victims Center is offering instant access to the nation's most skilled mesothelioma compensation attorneys. Not only will these incredibly skilled legal specialists provide instant information about wills and power of attorney, but they can also explain how a mesothelioma compensation claim works, and what is needed for the best possible mesothelioma compensation settlements.
- The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "We are also offering to help a family get organized with respect to mesothelioma treatment options, and day-to-day issues that are vital for the diagnosed victim. We encourage family members to call us anytime at 866-714-6466 to ensure not only their loved one is properly cared for, but as importantly we want to make sure the family has the best legal resources at their disposal so the victim really does get the best possible compensation for this rare form of cancer that is caused by asbestos exposure." http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
Information About Mesothelioma For Diagnosed Victims And Their Families From The Mesothelioma Victims Center:
The average age for a diagnosed victim of mesothelioma is 72 years old. Victims of mesothelioma are frequently misdiagnosed with pneumonia. This year between 2,500 and 3,000 US citizens will be diagnosed with mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is 100% attributable to exposure to asbestos.
One-third of diagnosed victims of mesothelioma served in the US Navy. Other high-risk work groups for exposure to asbestos include: shipyard workers, oil refinery workers, manufacturing workers, plumbers, electricians, auto mechanics, machinists, or construction workers. Typically the exposure to asbestos occurred in the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, or 1980s. http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
The states with the highest incidence of mesothelioma include: Pennsylvania, Maine, New Jersey, West Virginia, Florida, Wyoming, and Washington. However, based on the calls the Mesothelioma Victims Center receives diagnosed victims could be in any state including: California, New York, Texas, Massachusetts, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Louisiana, Missouri, Ohio, Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona Nevada, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Alaska.
The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "If you call us at 866-714-6466, we will see to it that you have instant access to the nation's most skilled mesothelioma attorneys who consistently get the best compensation results for their clients." http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
For more information about a rare form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos called mesothelioma, please visit the US Centers for Disease Control's web site: www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5815a3.htm
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