If someone is diagnosed with mesothelioma, their time may be devoted to obtaining the best medical treatment possible. They may not want to spend too much time traveling to court to testify in a lawsuit. However, they should not let this fear keep them from seeking the financial compensation they deserve. If you have mesothelioma, […]
Mesothelioma is an incurable and aggressive cancer. By the time the disease is diagnosed, it may already be advanced. The patient may receive medical treatment that can take a toll on their body. A mesothelioma patient may be too ill to actively participate in the legal process of seeking financial compensation. One of the reasons […]
Proof of asbestos exposure and liability are at the core of every mesothelioma case. Since asbestos fibers can remain latent in the body for many years, you may need to go back decades to find the source of exposure. An experienced mesothelioma lawyer can help identify where you were exposed to asbestos, document your history, […]
Consulting firm McKinsey & Co. has agreed to a $78 million settlement to resolve claims made by U.S. health insurers. The claims alleged that McKinsey’s consulting work with drug manufacturers, such as Purdue Pharma, played a part in fostering the opioid crisis across the country. Documents related to the landmark opioid settlement were filed in […]
Mesothelioma is a rare, incurable, and aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Patients diagnosed with mesothelioma can pursue legal action against those responsible for their exposure. If you have been diagnosed with an asbestos disease, contacting a lawyer as soon as possible can help maximize your chances of getting the compensation you deserve. Mesothelioma […]
Part of the reason why mesothelioma is so deadly is that doctors often are not able to diagnose it until the disease is at a more advanced stage. The exact timeframe to diagnose mesothelioma depends on your particular case. Typically, it takes several weeks to even months for doctors to make a mesothelioma diagnosis after […]
You likely have many questions after being diagnosed with mesothelioma. In addition to being concerned about your health, you may begin to think about your family. Financial compensation for what you have endured can help them in the future. Accordingly, you should contact a mesothelioma lawyer as soon as possible after your diagnosis. Here are […]
On Friday, a Philadelphia jury found in favor of a non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma cancer patient and retired restauranteur, who claimed that Monsanto failed to warn about known carcinogens in its best-selling herbicide Roundup. The jury hit the company with a $175 million verdict, $25 million in compensatory damages and $150 million in punitive damages. This verdict […]
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be daunting for patients and their family members. Besides the stress of an uncertain future, financial concerns and treatment options exist. There is no cure for mesothelioma; however, the quality and type of patient care can extend life expectancy. What Are Treatment Options for Mesothelioma? While there is no cure, the […]
Asbestos has directly sickened many people. However, some may be unaware that secondary exposure can lead to asbestos diseases, such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. Secondary asbestos exposure is a real danger, even years after the use of asbestos was stopped. Asbestos Fibers Are Not Confined to a Work Environment Asbestos consists of tiny fibers. The reason […]
