Mesothelioma occurs because of asbestos exposure. The people at significant risk of developing mesothelioma are those whose jobs expose them to asbestos, such as construction workers. Also, often such people develop mesothelioma later in life. This is because mesothelioma has a long latency period. Mesothelioma can take decades to develop…
The Pennsylvania Common Wealth Court recently ruled that the exclusivity provision of the Pennsylvania state Occupational Disease Law applies to diseases that appear within four years and not to those with a long latency period like that of mesothelioma. This decision came after the University of Pittsburgh, also known as…
The owner of an old asbestos mine in Libby, Montana, W.R. Grace, recently offered the state of Montana over $18 million to settle the state’s claims for natural resource damages. Montana has claimed substantial damage to its natural and environmental resources due to the irresponsibility of W.R. Grace & Co.’s…
Mesothelioma is a rare disease that develops after a person is exposed to asbestos. Unfortunately, there is still no cure for this rare but fatal illness. However, the good news is there are various treatment options for mesothelioma. If you have a history of asbestos exposure and are experiencing mesothelioma…
Asbestos is quite hazardous. Inhaling or ingesting asbestos can lead to various illnesses like mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer. Because of this, it is vital for people at risk of encountering asbestos to protect themselves. For construction workers and carpenters, for instance, wearing a dust mask protects them from dust…
Depositions are part of the discovery process where involved parties collect information in preparation for the trial. A mesothelioma deposition involves the plaintiff and other parties relevant to the case answering questions or providing testimony under oath. Depositions help the claimant’s and defense’s sides learn more about the case. In…
If you or a dear one was diagnosed with mesothelioma, you might have the right to file a claim and recover compensation from negligent parties. Though mesothelioma compensation cannot undo what happened, it can help with, among other things, the high cost of treatment and provide financial security. By seeking…
For purposes of this article, the defendant, in this case, will be referred to as A.O.H. Veterans are at a high risk of developing asbestos-related illnesses like mesothelioma. This is especially true for people who served in the military between 1935 and 1975. According to research, it was at this…
If you or someone you care about was recently diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is best that you retain a lawyer to help you with your compensation claim. When you work with a mesothelioma attorney, you can expect them to conduct thorough investigations and handle all the legal aspects of your…
A detailed investigative report by ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigating abuse of power, revealed how chemical giants have been lying about worker safety at their facilities. The report details decades of chemical company failures to provide enough protection for workers at Chlor-alkali plants, including a longtime contract janitor…