Blog sobre mesotelioma

  • Daughters Accuse Navy of Negligence in Mother’s Mesothelioma Death

    Mesothelioma victim Geraldine Perkins was a Navy wife and mother to five daughters.  After she died in 2020, her family set out to seek justice against those they blamed for exposing her to the asbestos that caused her illness. What makes their case unusual is that they filed suit against the U.S. Navy. Navy’s Argument …Leer más

  • Court Reopens Mesothelioma Victim’s Claim Against Former Employer

    When Roslyn T. Barnes was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, she filed both a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury lawsuit against her former employer, accusing them of negligently exposing her to asbestos. The company successfully had her civil claim dismissed based on a clause in the Missouri state law, but on appeal, the woman …Leer más

  • ¿Puedo demandar por exposición al amianto? Demandas y pagos por amianto

    Si ha estado expuesto al asbesto y posteriormente desarrolló mesotelioma, cáncer de pulmón relacionado con el asbesto o asbestosis, podría tener derecho a presentar una demanda legal. Las víctimas suelen preguntar si pueden demandar por exposición al asbesto, y la respuesta depende de factores como el diagnóstico, el historial laboral y las empresas responsables. Encontrará orientación sobre quiénes cumplen los requisitos y cómo... …Leer más

  • Court Victory for Mine Workers with Mesothelioma

    It is nearly impossible to determine exactly how much harm the W.R. Grace & Company did by failing to control the asbestos in their mines, or how many cases of malignant mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases resulted from their negligence. But the blame for those illnesses went far beyond the single company — there were …Leer más

  • Holding Corporations Accountable: The Power of a Mesothelioma Lawyer

    Each year, mesothelioma, an uncommon but deadly illness brought on by asbestos exposure, is devastatingly diagnosed in numerous families across the United States. The severe financial, emotional, and physical toll of such a diagnosis is a burden no one should have to bear alone. This is where the expertise of a mesothelioma lawyer becomes invaluable. …Leer más

  • La Corte Suprema de Illinois abre la puerta a reclamos de compensación laboral por mesotelioma

    Las víctimas diagnosticadas con mesotelioma tras la exposición al asbesto en el lugar de trabajo pueden solicitar una compensación económica a través de diversas vías, incluyendo las prestaciones de compensación laboral. Sin embargo, las leyes de algunos estados han impedido que este tipo de reclamaciones avancen. En un avance significativo, cuando una mujer de Illinois impugnó el rechazo de su reclamación contra el exempleador de su cónyuge fallecido, la ley estatal... …Leer más

  • Judge’s Decision Gives Mesothelioma Victim’s Family a Second Chance

    The path to justice often represents an emotional rollercoaster ride for those affected by malignant mesothelioma.  Jury awards get appealed by asbestos companies, and important decisions can be reversed by appellate courts. The family of a woman who blamed Johnson & Johnson for her death was first handed a loss by a Kentucky jury, but a …Leer más

  • Tile Manufacturer Must Face Jury in Mesothelioma Death

    Faced with accusations of causing Santo Lanza’s mesothelioma and subsequent death, tile manufacturer Amtico Biltrite pushed back. The company filed a motion for summary judgment, arguing that there was insufficient expert testimony to support the man’s family’s accusations. They asked the Supreme Court of New York County to dismiss the case, but Judge Manuel J. …Leer más

  • Court Allows Mesothelioma Victims to Join Forces

    Many of those diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma are victims of negligence on the part of asbestos companies who put profits ahead of the people who would be exposed to their carcinogen-contaminated products. Though victims sickened as a result of these decisions have the right to sue for negligence, they often hesitate due to the time …Leer más

  • Navy Veterans: How to File a Mesothelioma Claim

    If you are a Navy veteran who was exposed to asbestos during your service, you may be wondering how to file a mesothelioma claim. This guide will help you understand the process, your legal rights, and how to pursue compensation for a navy mesothelioma claim. Understanding Navy Mesothelioma Claims The U.S. Navy relied heavily on …Leer más

  • Advance Auto Parts Named in Mechanic’s Mesothelioma Claim

    When Joseph Munna was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, the former auto mechanic filed suit against those companies he blamed for exposing him to asbestos. Included in that list was Advance Auto, which he blames for selling him parts that were contaminated with asbestos. Though the company asked for the case against them dismissed, a New …Leer más

  • Expert Witness Testimony Is Pivotal in Mesothelioma Lawsuits

    Whether you are the victim of asbestos exposure or you’re pursuing justice for someone you loved, mesothelioma lawsuits entail a significant amount of time and an enormous amount of evidence. Testimony from expert witnesses is among the most critical parts of presenting a case, as juries rely on the information presented to assess whether a …Leer más

  • The Role of OSHA in Protecting Workers from Asbestos Exposure: How Effective Are Regulations?

    Asbestos exposure remains a significant workplace hazard in the U.S., with thousands of workers still at risk despite strict regulations. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible for enforcing asbestos safety standards, aiming to protect workers in industries like construction, shipbuilding, and manufacturing. However, gaps in enforcement and employer negligence continue to put …Leer más

  • Mesothelioma Lawsuit Trust Fund

    Deciding between a mesothelioma lawsuit and an asbestos trust fund claim can be a critical step in securing the compensation you deserve after an asbestos-related diagnosis. Each option serves a specific purpose: lawsuits often pursue higher compensation through the court system, while asbestos trust funds provide quicker payouts from companies that have filed for bankruptcy. …Leer más

  • Court Grants Mesothelioma Victims Right to Join Lawsuits

    Even though malignant mesothelioma is an extremely rare disease, there are a significant number of victims and their survivors who pursue justice from the companies responsible for their illness. In addition to having remarkably similar diagnoses and histories of exposure, many of them seek legal representation from the same attorneys. When this happens and there …Leer más

  • Mesothelioma Victim Awarded $5.75 Million in Case Against Volkswagen

    A King County, Washington jury has awarded $5.75 million in damages to the estate of a mesothelioma victim who filed a lawsuit against Volkswagen Group of America and Volkswagen AG. The victim, Thomas Sorrentino, died shortly after his diagnosis with the aggressive form of cancer, but in the time he had left, he provided essential …Leer más

  • After Asbestos Company Defies Court Order, Lung Cancer Widow Awarded $16 Million Award

    Jolene Kotzerke lost her husband, Steve, to adenocarcinoma lung cancer in 2022. After the 67-year-old’s death, she filed a personal injury lawsuit against a Canadian asbestos supplier, blaming its negligence and failure to warn for her husband’s illness and death. Citing Canadian law, the company refused to participate in the court proceedings, leading to the …Leer más

  • Shipyard’s Personnel Records Ordered Released by Judge Overseeing Mesothelioma Lawsuit

    Brenda Palermo died of malignant mesothelioma in March of 2024, but her family is continuing her quest for justice. They have assumed responsibility for her legal battle against Avondale Shipyards, and recently prevailed in an important petition: They convinced the judge hearing the case to order the company to release the personnel records of several …Leer más

  • Asbestos Company Points to Lapses in 90-Year-Old’s Memory to Have Mesothelioma Case Dismissed

    The passage of time presents one of the biggest challenges for those pursuing a mesothelioma lawsuit. The disease has such a long latency period that several decades may pass between exposure to asbestos and the symptoms appearing, and in that time, memories of specific details can fade. In a recent case, an asbestos company attempted …Leer más

  • Cigarette Company and Talc Powder Company Named in Mesothelioma Lawsuit

    Lois Prokocimer was diagnosed with both pleural mesothelioma and pulmonary adenocarcinoma (lung cancer) at the age of 80, in 2016. Upon her diagnosis she filed personal injury lawsuits against multiple companies, including Avon Products, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, and Johnson & Johnson, accusing each of negligently exposing her to asbestos in their consumer products. Though …Leer más

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