Mesothelioma Blog

  • 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 …Read More

  • 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 …Read More

  • 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 …Read More

  • Asbestosis vs Mesothelioma: How Do These Diseases Affect the Lungs?

    When it comes to asbestos-related diseases, two terms often come up: asbestosis vs mesothelioma. Both conditions are caused by exposure to asbestos, but they’re not the same and impact the lungs in different ways. Knowing the terrible consequences these illnesses can cause, I think it’s critical to clarify their differences and what they represent for …Read More

  • Mesothelioma Victims’ Survivors Accuse Railway of Strategic Delays

    Though recently awarded millions in compensation, the families of two mesothelioma victims are arguing that the plaintiff in their claim – BNSF Railway Company – purposely delayed making payments or offering a settlement, enriching themselves instead of working to achieve justice. Montana Railroad Found Guilty in Mesothelioma Negligence Claims The case involves the families of …Read More

  • Can You File a Mesothelioma Lawsuit If You Were Exposed Years Ago?

    The question of whether you can file a mesothelioma lawsuit after exposure decades ago is one I hear often from individuals and families coping with the aftermath of this devastating disease. The short answer is yes. Because it frequently takes 20 to 50 years after asbestos exposure for symptoms to manifest, mesothelioma is unique. You …Read More

  • Mesothelioma Claim to Continue Against DAP, Despite Company’s Arguments

    When Paul J. McPolin died of malignant mesothelioma, his family filed a personal injury lawsuit against several of the companies whose asbestos-containing products he was exposed to over the course of his life. Among the defendants was DAP, Inc., the manufacturer of numerous joint compounds. Though the company argued that their products did not match …Read More

  • DAP’s Request for Dismissal from Lung Cancer Lawsuit Denied

    Many asbestos companies are sued by victims of lung cancer and mesothelioma who blame them for negligently exposing them to their toxic products without warning them of asbestos’ health risks. Many of these cases have led to multi-million dollar compensation awards. Some companies argue that the case against them isn’t strong enough to go to …Read More

  • Woman’s Mesothelioma Claim Against J&J’s Talc Manufacturer to Continue

    When Lita Goldstein was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, she quickly realized that the only possible place she could have been exposed to asbestos was in the Johnson & Johnson talc products she’d used throughout her life. She filed suit against dozens of companies associated with the iconic consumer product, and one of them — talc …Read More

  • Who Should File a Mesothelioma or Asbestos VA Claim?

    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 …Read More

  • 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. …Read More

  • 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 …Read More

  • 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 …Read More

  • First Steps After a Mesothelioma Diagnosis: A Legal Survival Guide

    Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis is an overwhelming and life-changing experience. This aggressive cancer, primarily caused by asbestos exposure, often surfaces years or even decades after the initial exposure.It’s critical to know what to do next if you or a loved one has received a mesothelioma diagnosis in order to protect your health, financial security, and …Read More

  • South Carolina Jury Orders Johnson & Johnson to Pay $63.4 Million to Mesothelioma Victim

    While pursuing bankruptcy protection against ovarian cancer victims’ claims, consumer giant Johnson & Johnson has continued defending itself in court against similar claims from those diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma. That strategy has proven questionable, as a South Carolina jury recently found the company liable for a 53-year-old man’s diagnosis with the rare, terminal disease, awarding …Read More

  • Electrical Supplier’s Attempt to Evade Asbestos Lung Cancer Liability Denied

    After having worked for Con Edison in New York for more than forty years, Paul Scandliato was diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer. Among the companies he named in a personal injury lawsuit was Kennedy Electrical Supply Corporation. In response to his charge of negligence in having exposed him to dangerous products without providing a warning, …Read More

  • Asbestos Lung Cancer Victim Files Lawsuit Against Hospital

    West Virginia resident Donna R. Spurling has filed an asbestos-related lung cancer lawsuit against a West Virginia college, accusing them of negligence in having exposed her to asbestos hidden in the walls of her buildings. In addition to Fairmont State University, her suit also names the Fairmont State Board of Governors, Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, …Read More

  • 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 …Read More

  • How to Choose the Right Mesothelioma Attorney for Veterans’ Cases

    Veterans frequently have to make sacrifices while serving their nation, some of which are obvious and others of which are not. One of these unspoken dangers is exposure to asbestos, a substance that was once widely utilized in military installations and equipment. This exposure has left many veterans facing mesothelioma, an aggressive cancer that disrupts …Read More

  • $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 …Read More