Blog sobre mesotelioma

  • What to Expect in a Mesothelioma Cancer Lawsuit: Timeline, Process & Payouts

    Filing a mesothelioma cancer lawsuit can feel like a daunting and emotional journey for victims and their loved ones. The legal process involves several steps, each requiring careful attention and preparation. From gathering medical records to identifying liable parties and navigating negotiations, the entire process can seem complex.  However, having a clear understanding of what …Leer más

  • Woman Blames Late Husband’s Employer for Her Mesothelioma Diagnosis

    Verna Brewer filed a personal injury lawsuit against her late husband’s former employer, BOC Group, Inc., after being diagnosed with malignant pleural mesothelioma. Ms. Brewer claims her illness was caused by asbestos brought home on her husband’s clothing after he worked with the material. However, the company argues that her exposure to asbestos occurred years …Leer más

  • The Role of a Mesothelioma Attorney in Securing Financial Compensation

    When facing a diagnosis of mesothelioma, families often find themselves overwhelmed by the emotional and financial strain that follows. A mesothelioma attorney plays a crucial role in helping victims and their loved ones navigate this challenging time by securing mesothelioma compensation. With the right legal support, victims can gain access to funds that cover medical …Leer más

  • Asbestos Widow Diagnosed with Mesothelioma Prevails in Court

    When Lorraine Sprague was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, it likely came as little surprise. Her husband David had died of asbestos-related lung cancer years earlier after decades of working with Fel-Pro gaskets that were contaminated with the carcinogenic material. The asbestos widow filed suit against the company, and despite the efforts of their attorneys, succeeded …Leer más

  • Mesothelioma Widow Prevails Against Honeywell International

    When Richard Bell died of malignant mesothelioma, his widow Sharon decided to take legal action against those whom she blamed for his untimely death. She filed a negligence claim against several companies whose asbestos-contaminated products he had worked with, seeking compensation for her own loss and for the pain and suffering that her husband had …Leer más

  • DAP Caulk Named in Multiple Victims Mesothelioma Lawsuits

    Roughly 3,000 Americans are diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma each year, and over 40,000 die each year from asbestos-related diseases. Remarkably, the same companies are named over and over in lawsuits accusing them of negligently and knowingly allowing victims to be exposed to asbestos. In a recent court hearing, families of three separate victims accused the …Leer más

  • Mesothelioma Widow Pursues Lawsuit Against Auto Parts Seller

    A California court ruled in favor of Evelyn Chandler, a mesothelioma widow who is suing a retailer that sold asbestos-contaminated auto parts to her husband. Mrs. Chandler has accused the company and others of negligence. Mesothelioma Claims Victim’s Life in Just Four Months Mrs. Chandler’s husband Gail succumbed to malignant mesothelioma just four months after …Leer más

  • Mesothelioma Death Puts Family on Long Journey for Justice

    The family of retired janitor and Navy veteran Bobby Hilt has seen some victories in their pursuit of justice for his mesothelioma diagnosis, but their battle is not over yet. After winning a $7.5 million settlement from several asbestos defendants in 2008, they turned their attention to others that refused to negotiate and that insisted …Leer más

  • Finding Emotional Balance for Patients and Families After a Mesothelioma Diagnosis 

    Hearing “mesothelioma” can feel like the ground shifted beneath you. Many people describe those first days as blurry, heavy, and full of questions. If that’s where you are, take a breath. You are not doing this alone. There are clear steps you can take to steady your emotions, understand your options, and bring the right …Leer más

  • How Asbestos-Contaminated Talc Puts Users at Risk for Mesothelioma

    Consumers have long trusted talcum powder for personal hygiene and cosmetic use. Its smooth texture and moisture-absorbing properties have made it a staple in households for generations. However, asbestos-contaminated talc has emerged as a serious public health concern, especially due to its link to asbestos lawyer claims related to mesothelioma. Asbestos, a known carcinogen, can …Leer más

  • Asbestos in Safety Gloves Blamed for Mesothelioma Death

    Warren Stouch died of malignant mesothelioma in July 2021, but before his death he filed a personal injury lawsuit against Magid Glove and Safety Manufacturer, accusing the company of negligence and blaming asbestos in the company’s safety gloves for having caused his terminal illness. After Settlement Negotiations Fail, Glove Company Tries to Have Mesothelioma Lawsuit …Leer más

  • Family Seeks Punitive Damages After Loved One’s Death

    There are few things more devastating than having a loved one diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, but it’s even worse to learn that it could have been prevented. When Peter R. Carrier’s family found out that Burnham, LLC, whose boilers he’d worked with, had failed to offer warnings or protections despite knowing of their dangers, they …Leer más

  • Judge Rejects Railroad’s Attempt to Evade Mesothelioma Lawsuit

    A District Court judge in the state of Louisiana has denied a railroad’s motion to dismiss a mesothelioma lawsuit filed against them. Judge Elizabeth Erny Footft rejected Kansas City Southern Railway’s interpretation of the law, saying that allowing it would mean that long-term employees “should be left without any available remedy for prolonged asbestos exposure …Leer más

  • Second-Hand Exposure to Asbestos Can Cause Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma, and More

    It has long been known that exposure to asbestos can lead to significant and deadly illnesses, including malignant mesothelioma and asbestosis. But a case that is moving through the Louisiana court system makes clear that you don’t have to work directly with the deadly carcinogenic material for it to claim your life.  Laundering Husband’s Asbestos-Contaminated …Leer más

  • Fading Memories Won’t Prevent Veteran’s Mesothelioma Lawsuit from Moving Forward

    Malignant mesothelioma is an insidious disease that doesn’t make itself known until decades after the asbestos exposure that causes it. As a result, many victims are reluctant to move forward with lawsuits, afraid that their fading memories of exact product names or locations will work against them. A recent ruling by the Rhode Island Superior …Leer más

  • Lifetime of Talc Exposure Blamed for 42-Year-Old’s Malignant Mesothelioma Death

    According to a lawsuit filed by Christopher Campise, his brother Jeffrey died of malignant mesothelioma after a lifetime of exposure to asbestos. Rather than coming from his workplace as is often the case, the 42-year-old’s exposure came from the talc products his mother used on herself and on him when he was a baby, and …Leer más

  • Navy Veteran’s Mesothelioma Claim Will be Heard, Despite Asbestos Company’s Objections

    While a federal judge acknowledged that it’s not clear whether Foster Wheeler Energy Corporation was at fault in a Navy veteran’s fatal malignant mesothelioma, he also said that it’s impossible to eliminate the possibility based on the facts in the case. As a result, he denied the company’s motion to have the case dismissed and …Leer más

  • Johnson & Johnson knew for decades that its baby powder contained asbestos: Lawsuit

    Giant corporation Johnson & Johnson is currently facings thousands of asbestos lawsuits, and for good reason: the company apparently knew its baby powder contained the lethal mineral asbestos for decades and did nothing about it, according to Reuters. An investigative report released on Friday claimed Johnson & Johnson never informed the Food and Drug Administration …Leer más

  • Federal Regulators Knew of Asbestos-Contaminated Talc Over 40 Years Ago

    Although federal regulators knew asbestos was contaminating talc powders commonly used in household across the nation, nothing was done to stop it, according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Instead, regulators reportedly allowed the cosmetic companies to monitor asbestos levels themselves. EWG reports that a “Fair Warning” memo was sent out by the U.S. Food and …Leer más

  • As Mesothelioma Trial Approaches, Both Sides Argue Against Other’s Witnesses

    One of the most important elements of any personal injury lawsuit, including those about malignant mesothelioma, is the testimony of expert witnesses. Though these individuals are not directly associated with the victim’s exposure, they are asked to provide background information and opinions that the jury relies upon to help them understand complex issues. In a …Leer más

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