Blog sobre mesotelioma

  • Mesothelioma Lawsuit, Delayed by COVID Restrictions, Permitted to Move Forward

    Victoria Pawlowski was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2018. She attributed her illness to asbestos exposure from talc-based cosmetic products she’d used and subsequently filed a lawsuit in 2021 against Estee Lauder and other talc companies. The cosmetic company moved to have the case dismissed, arguing that her claim had missed the statutory deadlines imposed …Leer más

  • Court Overturns Dismissal of Mesothelioma Widow’s Claim Against Dairy Farm

    Four years after her husband’s death from malignant mesothelioma, Pamela Shellenberger won a significant jury against the dairy farm that she holds responsible for his illness and death. Though her original personal injury claim against Kreider Dairy Farms was dismissed by the Philadelphia Common Pleas court, she appealed that decision and the Superior Court of …Leer más

  • Late Discovery of Evidence Changes Outcome for Mesothelioma Victim

    A mesothelioma lawsuit filed against the makers of Scotts Turf Builder was dismissed based on the victim’s experts not having examined original samples of the asbestos-contaminated product. But when it came to light that the company had samples that they’d testified did not exist, an appeals court reversed the dismissal and reactivated the case. Mesothelioma …Leer más

  • University of Pittsburgh’s Effort to Stop Engineer’s Mesothelioma Claim Fails

    The quest for justice following a diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma is always a challenge, but this can be especially true when the entity blamed for asbestos exposure is an employer. Though these cases can be difficult due to Workers Compensation laws, a case heard recently by the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court saw the family of an …Leer más

  • Court Denies Asbestos Company’s Attempt to Blame Part-Time Job for Mesothelioma

    When an asbestos company is found guilty of causing malignant mesothelioma, it can cost them millions of dollars in damages. As a result, those that are accused will grasp at any other possibility and go to great lengths to prove themselves right. This is exactly what happened in the case of Vickie Williams, who died …Leer más

  • Potential “Miscarriage of Justice” Causes Judge to Grant New Trial in Mesothelioma Claim

    What happens when the attorney you hire to represent your mesothelioma claim falls so short of what he should do that a judge sees the outcome as a miscarriage of justice? In the case of Emily Everett’s survivors, it leads to a new trial.   Judge Orders New Mesothelioma Trial Based on Additional Evidence and …Leer más

  • Johnson & Johnson’s Appeal of $2.1 Billion Asbestos Verdict Refused by Supreme Court

    Mesothelioma victims and those with other asbestos-related diseases sat up and took notice when a St. Louis jury awarded $4 billion in compensation to 20 ovarian cancer victims and their families. The plaintiffs had blamed talc in Johnson & Johnson’s Baby Powder for their illness, and the award was seen as an enormous victory, but …Leer más

  • Lung Cancer Victim Files Asbestos Lawsuit Against Con Edison Suppliers

    When Robert Toth was diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer, he filed an asbestos lawsuit through the New York court system. The asbestos companies that he named as defendants objected to his claim, asking for it to be dismissed because he hadn’t specified which of their products he had been exposed to. The judge overseeing the …Leer más

  • UK Women Point to Asbestos in Makeup as Cause of Mesothelioma

    Lawsuits filed by mesothelioma and ovarian cancer victims have put a spotlight on asbestos hidden in talc-based body powders, but legal action taken by victims in the United Kingdom is raising awareness of other places where asbestos-contaminated talc has been used. A group of British women have filed suit in the U.S. courts, accusing some …Leer más

  • Despite General Electric’s Arguments, Mesothelioma Lawsuit Will Proceed

    One of the most daunting aspects of pursuing a mesothelioma lawsuit is the fact that the companies named as defendants are often some of the world’s biggest corporations. But victims of asbestos deserve justice, and the courts give ordinary people the opportunity to stand up and be heard. In a recent case, a Navy veteran …Leer más

  • Will J&J File a Third Bankruptcy to Stop Mesothelioma Claims?

    There have now been over 51,000 mesothelioma and ovarian cancer lawsuits filed against consumer giant Johnson & Johnson. While those claims were put on hold by the company’s bankruptcy filings, the courts have now rejected those claims twice and the cases have begun being heard again. Facing the very real possibility of more multi-million-dollar claims, …Leer más

  • Top Mistakes to Avoid When Pursuing a Mesothelioma Claim

    Filing a mesothelioma claim isn’t just paperwork—it’s a critical opportunity to hold negligent companies accountable and secure justice for years of asbestos exposure. But even strong claims can fall apart due to preventable missteps. From missed deadlines to the wrong legal guidance, these oversights can cost victims and their families dearly.  If you or a …Leer más

  • Vessel Owner Can’t Escape Mesothelioma Widow’s Lawsuit

    For decades, shipyards, parts manufacturers, ship owners, and others have been aware that exposure to asbestos causes malignant mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, asbestosis, and other diseases. Yet despite this knowledge, these companies continued to use the material, and failed to warn or provide protection to the unknowing workers who were at risk. Countless people have …Leer más

  • How to Choose the Best Talcum Powder Lawsuit Attorney

    Looking for the best talcum powder lawsuit attorney? Choosing the right legal expert is critical if you’ve been diagnosed with ovarian cancer or mesothelioma after long-term talc use. The attorney you hire can directly impact your compensation, legal outcome, and peace of mind.  An experienced lawyer understands the complex medical evidence, can build a strong …Leer más

  • Mesothelioma Victim’s Wife Provides Gripping, Grief-Stricken Testimony

    Juries seated in mesothelioma lawsuit spend hours listening to highly technical information about asbestos, the amount of exposure to the carcinogen that can lead to illness, and the presence of asbestos in each victim’s environment. But sometimes a more human side of the story emerges, as in the recently heard case of Cliff Little. Retired …Leer más

  • New York Judge Rejects Boiler Company’s Argument Against Mesothelioma Liability

    Most claims filed by mesothelioma victims come down to a basic accusation: That the named asbestos company put profits over concerns about the people who would be using their products. In two separate suits filed against the same company, a New York judge pointed to that disregard for potential victims as a reason not to …Leer más

  • Jury Awards $65.5 Million to Minnesota Mother with Mesothelioma

    Anna Jean Houghton Carley, a 37-year-old Minnesota mother of three, used Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder throughout her childhood, and she points to asbestos contamination of the talc in the product as the cause of her malignant pleural mesothelioma. After her diagnosis, she filed a personal injury claim against the company, and last week, a …Leer más

  • How to File a Veterans’ Mesothelioma Claim: Step-by-Step Guide

    Obtaining justice and compensation can be particularly difficult for US veterans who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma as a result of asbestos exposure. Filing a veterans’ mesothelioma claim is a critical step to ensure financial security and access to quality medical care. With proper guidance, this process can become more manageable, offering a pathway to …Leer más

  • Asbestos Victim’s Family Gets Second Chance at Justice

    Frank Burford and his children blame his years of working for Howmet Aerospace’s predecessor Alcoa for his wife’s death from asbestosis, a disease that, like malignant mesothelioma, is caused by exposure to asbestos. When their wrongful death lawsuit claim was dismissed for lack of evidence, the bereaved family appealed and argued that the trial court …Leer más

  • Legal Protection for Veterans: Understanding Mesothelioma Compensation Options

    Numerous veterans in the United States have had to deal with significant health and financial challenges due to mesothelioma, an uncommon but aggressive cancer that is mostly brought on by asbestos exposure. Securing mesothelioma compensation is a crucial step for veterans and their families, offering financial relief and access to better care. Understanding these options …Leer más

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