Mesothelioma Legal Blog

The U.S. Supreme Court will soon take up arguments in an asbestos cancer lawsuit that could set an important precedent not only for other mesothelioma lawsuit plaintiffs but other innocent people harmed by the negligence of companies that failed to prevent foreseeable injuries. The case was brought by two surviving relatives of a man who developed mesothelioma while working aboard Navy ships, coming in contact with industrial gaskets made with deadly asbestos fibers as part of his job duties. According to the mesothelioma cancer lawsuit, entitled Air and Liquid Systems Corp. v.

In a previous article titled “Mesothelioma FAQs,” we answered some of the most common questions we received about mesothelioma. In this second part of the series, we continue with more answers to frequently asked questions about this condition to help you better understand and navigate life after a mesothelioma diagnosis. What Causes Mesothelioma? Asbestos exposure is the leading cause of mesothelioma. This mineral fiber is known for its heat-resistant properties, which make it desirable in various industries.

Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure: Mesothelioma is a somewhat rare type of cancer that is difficult to diagnose, shares symptoms with lung cancer and asbestosis, and inflicts terrible pain on those afflicted by it. The purpose of this article is to explain what mesothelioma is, how it is linked to asbestos exposure, and what the medical and legal options are for the afflicted and their loved ones. If you or a loved one are suffering with mesothelioma or asbestosis, contact an experienced mesothelioma attorney today.

According to research, veterans account for over 30% of all mesothelioma cases in America. Fortunately, veterans with mesothelioma can recover compensation through the Veterans Affairs (VA) Office. Veterans with mesothelioma can receive state-of-the-art treatment through the VA. Additionally, the VA allows surviving loved ones to apply for compensation. If you are a veteran with mesothelioma or a surviving loved one of a veteran who died after developing mesothelioma, read on to learn about, among other things, the types of VA benefits available to veterans with mesothelioma and surviving loved ones.

When an individual or company is to blame for the asbestos exposure that resulted in someone developing mesothelioma, the negligent individual or company can be held liable and made to pay damages. When mesothelioma victims are considering filing a compensation claim, one of the questions they ask is, “How much will I recover?” For those considering filing a mesothelioma claim in 2024, the question is likely, “How much is a mesothelioma claim worth in 2024?” So, how much is a mesothelioma claim worth in 2024? Unfortunately, there is no definite answer to this question.

The Missouri Supreme Court recently rejected a bid by the world’s largest pharmaceutical and cosmetics producer to overturn a monumental award in an asbestos cancer lawsuit handed down by jurors back in July 2018. The Court refused to hear an appeal stemming from a June decision from the state’s appeals court that upheld liability on the part of defendant Johnson & Johnson along with a substantial portion of the multibillion dollar verdict handed down by the jury in the trial court. In 2018, a Missouri state court jury handed down $4.