Articles Posted in January, 2015

 Theories of Liability

In an asbestos lawsuit, a claim that the defendant caused injury will be made. The most common claims are that the exposure to asbestos fibers caused either mesothelioma or lung cancer, although claims for asbestosis exist as well. There are several legal theories that may be used to recover compensation for injury, or potential injury, from exposure to asbestos fibers. Some of the more common theories include:

1. Product liability, where a defective or unreasonably dangerous product caused injury;