Christmas decorations, wrapping materials, and the gifts you give can all be sources of deadly asbestos. If you have decided to do some home improvement projects in preparation for holiday guests, the materials you use may also contain asbestos. Asbestos dangers surround us all the time, but the holidays really ramp up your risk of exposure and of exposing your family.

Antique and Heirloom Decorations

Your old and inherited decorations, the one you probably cherish the most, are almost guaranteed to be contaminated with asbestos. Asbestos was heavily used in Christmas decorations, years ago, because it is fire resistant. That fake snow that was all the rage? Pure asbestos. Decorations which were not made with asbestos may be contaminated with the fake snow, or with asbestos from insulation in the attic where they were stored.

New Products and Children’s Toys

If you thought that going with all new decorations and gifts would get you off the hook, think again. Independent testing has found asbestos in many new products including children’s toys, home improvement products, cosmetics, and even the tape you use when wrapping gifts. Many of these products are made in China, but not all of them. Contrary to popular belief, there are currently no laws in place to prevent this.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed by asbestos exposure in Florida, please call the Florida asbestos lawyers of Colling Gilbert Wright & Carter or submit an online questionnaire. The initial consultation with our asbestos lawyers is free, and if we agree to represent you, we will work for a contingent fee, which means we won’t get paid for our services unless you receive a settlement or an award. In Florida, an asbestos injury lawsuit must be filed before the expiration of the statute of limitations. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.