October, 2022

Proving a Mesothelioma Claim

October 22, 2022 | Throneberry Law Group

After a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma they may be entitled to recover compensation from the party responsible for their asbestos exposure. However, compensation does not come automatically. A mesothelioma patient needs to undergo a specific process to recover compensation. For example, a mesothelioma patient can file a mesothelioma claim against the negligent party. After filing their claim, a mesothelioma patient will need to prove their case before they can recover compensation. Fortunately, lawyers are available to help mesothelioma patients with their claims. In fact, it is not advisable to handle a mesothelioma claim without a legal representative.

Proving Asbestos Exposure

In any mesothelioma claim, asbestos exposure must be proven. After a mesothelioma patient hires a lawyer, the lawyer will want to look at the patient’s diagnosis. Because asbestos exposure is the primary cause of mesothelioma, a doctor’s diagnosis can help prove asbestos exposure.

Why is it Hard to Diagnose Mesothelioma?

October 14, 2022 | Throneberry Law Group

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops after a person is exposed to asbestos. There is no cure for mesothelioma. The good news, however, is that there are several treatment options available for mesothelioma patients. But, to have a good chance of fighting the disease, mesothelioma patients need to be diagnosed early before the disease has reached its later stages. Treating mesothelioma when it has reached its later stages is usually difficult. Unfortunately, most people who receive a mesothelioma diagnosis will also be told their prognosis is not good. Many people are getting diagnosed with mesothelioma when the disease has reached its later stages.

So, what makes it hard to diagnose mesothelioma? The following are five reasons why diagnosing mesothelioma is difficult.

People Assume Asbestos is Banned

Is Mesothelioma Hereditary?

October 10, 2022 | Throneberry Law Group

It is common to see more than one member of the same family developing mesothelioma. Because of this, some people have concluded that mesothelioma is hereditary. But is it true that mesothelioma is hereditary? No . . . The answer to this question is not as easy as it might seem. The primary cause of mesothelioma remains asbestos exposure. However, outlier researchers suggested that people who inherit a particular type of gene are more vulnerable to developing mesothelioma, especially if exposed to asbestos.

How Genetics Impact Mesothelioma Development

There is an outlier body of research that suggests inheriting a particular type of gene can raise an individual’s likelihood of developing mesothelioma, especially if exposed to asbestos. In other words, the research suggests that genetics is a risk factor for mesothelioma. As a risk factor, the research suggests genetics can increase the risk of mesothelioma development. However, asbestos remains the direct cause mesothelioma.

Four Things to Do if You Have Been Exposed to Asbestos

October 7, 2022 | Throneberry Law Group

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, asbestos is a mineral fiber that occurs in soil and rocks. Asbestos was widely used before the 1980s in, among other things, building materials. It was in the 1980s that the dangerous effects of this mineral became widely known. However, although asbestos is not commonly used today, it is still used in some products. Also, asbestos can be found in old buildings. This means that asbestos exposure remains a problem. Asbestos can cause various deadly diseases, such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer.

The following are four steps that should be taken after someone gets exposed to asbestos or if someone has a history of asbestos exposure.

Consult a Doctor Early