Mesothelioma is an aggressive and incurable cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. One of the most common sources of asbestos exposure is in the workplace. For much of the 20th century, workers in numerous industries regularly encountered asbestos with no safeguards. Workplace asbestos exposure is significantly lower today, but asbestos is still a hazard in some industries. […]
Asbestos exposure is linked to deadly diseases, including mesothelioma, a rare, incurable, and aggressive cancer infecting the lining of the lungs and chest cavity. Older buildings, including many Philadelphia schools, still contain asbestos. School employees and students must understand the risks of asbestos exposure and be on the lookout for warning signs of asbestos diseases. […]
Mesothelioma is a highly aggressive and terminal cancer caused by asbestos exposure. Asbestos contains long, thin crystalline fibers that, when inhaled or ingested, become trapped in the body’s tissues and accumulate over time, causing scarring, inflammation, cell damage, and deadly cancer. Asbestos is especially damaging to the lungs, resulting in mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other […]
In every personal injury lawsuit, you have a strict time limit on when you must file the case in court. This is known as the statute of limitations. You do not have unlimited time to seek financial compensation in your asbestos lawsuit. Once the time limit expires, so does your right to obtain a settlement […]
The reason why talc can contain asbestos has to do with how the product is mined. Talc is drilled, mined, and crushed into a fine powder. Talc is found in large deposits, predominantly in the Appalachian region. Miners must take great care to ensure that talc is not contaminated with anything else in the mining […]
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 […]
