Antion McGee Law Group P

Antion McGee Law Group, PLLC is a law firm based in West Virginia, with a strong national litigation experience and a statewide presence. We have successfully represented numerous clients suffering from mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis, along with their families. Our attorneys personally handle every case, ensuring that our clients receive the attention and representation they deserve.

Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that affects the tissue surrounding the lungs or abdomen, targeting the mesothelial cells. This aggressive and deadly disease is caused by asbestos exposure, with treatments available but no known cure. Mesothelioma is divided into different categories based on the affected portion of the mesothelium, with pleural mesothelioma (surrounding the lungs) being the most common, and peritoneal mesothelioma (surrounding the abdomen) being more rare.

Mesothelioma Symptoms

Mesothelioma symptoms can vary depending on the location of the cancer, often mimicking other illnesses, making diagnosis difficult. Pleural mesothelioma symptoms include unexplained weight loss, painful coughing, chest pain, shortness of breath, and unusual lumps of tissue on the chest. Peritoneal mesothelioma symptoms include abdominal swelling, abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, and lumps of tissue around the abdomen.

Diagnosis and Treatment

Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis can be a shocking experience, often leading to anxiety and the need to make serious decisions regarding treatment. The three primary treatment options for mesothelioma are surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. The course of treatment depends on the type of mesothelioma and the patient's overall health. In cases where the cancer has spread significantly, palliative treatments may be recommended to ease pain and breathing problems, among other symptoms.

Helping Those Exposed to Asbestos

Antion McGee Law Group, PLLC has experience handling various mesothelioma-related cases, often involving occupational exposure to asbestos. We have represented electricians, factory workers, pipefitters, petroleum refinery workers, boilermakers, insulators, insulating materials workers, millwrights, power plant workers, auto mechanics, chemical workers, iron workers, roofers, riggers, steel mill workers, construction workers, remodeling workers, shipyard workers, plumbers, and welders. Many military veterans are also at risk, as asbestos was commonly used in military ships and buildings. Additionally, family members of those who come into contact with asbestos can experience second-hand exposure through clothing or materials brought into the home.

Legal Options

If you or someone you know have mesothelioma symptoms or have recently been diagnosed with mesothelioma, know that you are not alone. Legal options are available to you, and seeking the guidance of an experienced mesothelioma attorney is crucial. Each asbestos case is unique, requiring the expertise of an attorney who has handled asbestos-related cases. At Antion McGee Law Group, PLLC, we work with clients to pinpoint exposure, assessing potential exposure history from childhood to diagnosis, investigating all possible sources of asbestos exposure.