Blog sobre mesotelioma
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Bestwall Bankruptcy Filing Draws Legal Action from Mesothelioma Victims
When Georgia-Pacific recognized the significant liabilities it faced from pending mesothelioma and asbestos lawsuits, it established Bestwall LLC and assigned it all of those liabilities, then had the subsidiary file for bankruptcy. This strategy, called the Texas Two Step, is extremely controversial. Asbestos victims with outstanding complaints against the company have filed numerous objections based …Leer más
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What Causes Mesothelioma in Veterans? Understanding Your Diagnosis
For many veterans, a mesothelioma diagnosis comes as a devastating and unexpected reality, often tied to their years of honorable service. What causes mesothelioma in veterans is deeply rooted in the widespread use of asbestos in military operations, from shipbuilding and aircraft maintenance to construction on military bases. This exposure has had long-lasting effects on …Leer más
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Veteran’s Mesothelioma Claim Nearly Derailed by Speed of His Death
Decades before he was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, Donald Johnson worked at the Boston Naval Shipyard, where his work exposed him to asbestos. This was in the 1960s, and though he and his fellow Navy servicemen were unaware that the dust they were inhaling was carcinogenic, many asbestos companies were well aware of the dangers. …Leer más
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$13.5 Million Mesothelioma Verdict Stands Despite Asbestos Company’s Appeal
Washington state resident Raymond Budd blames his malignant mesothelioma on the joint compound that he used while working for his father and uncle’s drywall business from 1962 to 1972. When he and his wife sued the joint compound’s manufacturer, they were awarded $13.5 million by a King County jury. Though the company appealed the verdict, …Leer más
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Expert Witness Testimony Proves Invaluable to Mesothelioma Victim’s Case
It can be a challenge to prove a mesothelioma lawsuit. The asbestos exposure blamed for causing the deadly illness generally occurred decades earlier: memories fade, and physical proof is rarely available. Because of this, plaintiffs rely on testimony from expert witnesses, which often makes the difference. Navy Veteran Blames Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma on Shipboard Products …Leer más
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Mesothelioma Lawsuit Blames Talc Used in Ceramics Studio for Illness
Though most cases of malignant mesothelioma, asbestosis and other asbestos-related diseases track back to occupational exposure to the carcinogenic material, an unfortunate number of victims’ exposure comes from helping friends or family members, laundering clothes, and other non-occupation-related activities. That’s what happened to Stanley Peterson, who was diagnosed with the rare and fatal form of …Leer más
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Printing Press Operator’s Mesothelioma Death Spurs Lawsuit
Raymond Desiena died of malignant pleural mesothelioma after decades of working as a printing press operator. Upon learning that some of the equipment he’d worked with between the 1960s and 1980s had been built with asbestos-contaminated parts, he filed claims against the companies that manufactured them, accusing them of negligence in having failed to warn …Leer más
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Mesothelioma Widow’s Claim Against Brake Manufacturer Restored
Though a lower court had initially agreed with an asbestos company and dismissed the mesothelioma claim against them, a California appeals court overturned that decision, allowing a mesothelioma widow’s claim against them. Rail Vehicle Brake Company Accused of Negligence in Mesothelioma Lawsuit The mesothelioma lawsuit was filed by Susan Hahn, the widow of mesothelioma victim …Leer más
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¿Quién debe presentar un reclamo ante el VA por mesotelioma o asbesto?
It is a life-altering experience to be diagnosed with mesothelioma or to deal with its effects on a loved one. Because asbestos exposure was so prevalent during military duty, especially in the middle of the 20th century, the difficulties for veterans can be considerably more complicated. Filing an asbestos VA claim is a critical step …Leer más
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Veteran Claims: What Every Veteran Needs to Know About Mesothelioma
Understanding the Connection Between Service and Mesothelioma Veterans have given up things to serve our nation, frequently in hazardous conditions. One of the most devastating health issues linked to military service is mesothelioma, a rare but aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure. Navigating veteran claims for mesothelioma can feel overwhelming, but understanding your rights is …Leer más
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Caring for a Loved One with Mesothelioma: Daily Routines That Make a Difference
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer that affects not only patients but also the family members who step into caregiving roles. Caring for a loved one with mesothelioma often means adjusting daily routines, learning new responsibilities, and balancing emotional stress with practical needs. While no routine can remove the challenges of this diagnosis, consistent …Leer más
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Judge Denies Carnival Cruise Request for Mesothelioma Death Arbitration
Basilio Gallo’s widow and daughter filed their mesothelioma claim directly against his long-time employer, Carnival Corporation, as well as other companies they accused of negligently exposing him to asbestos. Though Carnival tried to enforce an arbitration agreement that he’d signed in the last years of his employment, a Florida federal judge denied the company’s request, …Leer más
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$24.4 Million Awarded to Chicago Mesothelioma Victim in Avon Talc Trial
Cipriano Ramirez blamed his malignant pleural mesothelioma on asbestos he was exposed to while he worked for Avon in its Morton Grove, Illinois, factory. When he filed suit against the company, they attempted to divert attention to his other employers, but the victim prevailed, and a Chicago jury ordered the cosmetic giant to pay him …Leer más
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Asbestos-Contaminated Cooling Towers Blamed for Air Conditioning Contractor’s Mesothelioma
Charles Vincent died of malignant pleural mesothelioma after spending most of his working life around air conditioning cooling towers. He believed that asbestos that contaminated the towers’ parts was responsible for his illness and filed a claim against Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC) seeking compensation for the harms that he suffered due to their negligence. The …Leer más
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Court Upholds Rules for Mesothelioma Victims Too Sick for Extensive Testimony
Malignant mesothelioma is a cruel disease that causes great pain and claims its victims’ lives too quickly. It is caused by exposure to asbestos, and as a result people diagnosed with the disease frequently pursue lawsuits against companies that negligently exposed them to the toxic substance. These lawsuits are often complicated by the medical fragility …Leer más
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The Risk of Cancer from Being on a Submarine: Asbestos and Mesothelioma Explained
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, it’s understandable to feel uncertain about the future. For many, this diagnosis is linked to specific work environments, especially for veterans or workers who served on submarines. A primary cause of mesothelioma in these individuals is asbestos exposure, which was common in submarines. While …Leer más
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Demandas por asbesto y pagos al fondo fiduciario de WR Grace (WRG)
El problema del asbesto en WR Grace sigue siendo una preocupación importante para las personas expuestas al asbesto durante décadas de operaciones industriales. Muchos trabajadores y sus familias han sufrido enfermedades graves, como mesotelioma, cáncer de pulmón y asbestosis. Para abordar estas reclamaciones, se creó el fideicomiso de asbesto de WR Grace para indemnizar a las víctimas. Entendiendo el asbesto en WR Grace …Leer más
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How to Pursue an Asbestos Claim After the Death of a Family Member
The loss of a loved one to mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness is a deeply painful experience. Many families are left with questions about their loved one’s exposure to asbestos and how to hold the responsible parties accountable. Filing an asbestos claim after death may provide a way to seek justice and financial relief, but …Leer más
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Philadelphia Jury Awards Asbestos Victim $25 Million in Damages
Richard Daciw’s personal injury lawsuit originally listed over 50 different manufacturers, suppliers, and others that he accused of negligence in having exposed him to the deadly carcinogen asbestos. The mineral, which is the cause of malignant mesothelioma, can also lead to serious illnesses including lung cancer and asbestosis, with the latter being the illness that …Leer más
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$8 Million Awarded to Mesothelioma Victim’s Family
A Louisiana jury recently responded to emotional testimony from the family of a mesothelioma victim who died at the age of 70 years old. Elray Lege and his wife Brenda originally filed a personal injury lawsuit against Union Carbide Corporation and ten other defendants in 2016, shortly after he was diagnosed with the rare and …Leer más