New York Personal Injury Attorney Urges A Ban On Asbestos To Protect Public

Joseph Belluck says a ban is needed to break the cycle of asbestos-related disease.

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 14, 2009 -- New research shows a ban on the manufacture and use of all asbestos is the only certain way to break the deadly cycle of asbestos-related disease, New York attorney Joseph W. Belluck said.

Joseph W. Belluck

Belluck, who focuses his practice on helping victims of asbestos-related disease, said the scientific evidence is clear that all forms of asbestos cause cancer and serious respiratory disease.

As a nation, we should err on the side of protecting health and workers to end all asbestos-related disease.

“There are no safe forms of asbestos,” Belluck said. “International health organizations recognize that all asbestos causes cancer. As a nation, we should err on the side of protecting health and workers to end all asbestos-related disease.”

Researchers writing in the current issue of the American Journal of Industrial Medicine said a ban on the use and production of asbestos is a significant public health priority – and should be the focus of any public health efforts related to asbestos.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency currently treats all types of asbestos fibers as equally potent for causing lung cancer and mesothelioma, a cancer of the lining of the lungs and abdomen.

The World Health Organization has urged a worldwide ban, and 43 countries have approved bans. Belluck said the U.S. should follow suit. “Congress should pass an asbestos ban now – no further delay is warranted,” said Belluck.

“The latency period for asbestos disease is 20 to 40 years, so we’ll continue to see more deaths from asbestos for years to come,” Belluck said. “But banning asbestos would prevent continued exposure for millions of workers.”

About Belluck & Fox, LLP

Belluck & Fox, LLP is a nationally recognized law firm that represents individuals with asbestos and mesothelioma claims, as well as victims of crime, medical malpractice, motorcycle crashes, lead paint and other serious injuries. Belluck & Fox has won more than $200 million in compensation for its clients and their families.

Partner Jordan Fox is a well-known asbestos and mesothelioma attorney who has been named to the Best Lawyers in America, New York Magazine’s “Best Lawyers in the New York Area” and to Super Lawyers. On two occasions, his verdicts were featured as the National Law Journal's Largest Verdict of the Year.

Joseph W. Belluck is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and is listed in New York Magazine's “Best Lawyers in the New York Area” and in Super Lawyers. Mr. Belluck has won numerous cases involving injuries from asbestos, defective medical products, tobacco and lead paint, including a recent asbestos case that settled for more than $12 million.

For more information, contact the firm at 877-695-2909 or through the online contact form.

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