Articles Posted in Mesothelioma Attorney

For several years now, Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has been battling numerous lawsuits from tens of thousands of people who claim its talc-based products, including its well-known baby powder, caused mesothelioma and ovarian cancer due to asbestos contamination. The company has previously attempted to resolve the claims through bankruptcy, which is mainly viewed as a…

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as V.C. In a recent court ruling, a Louisiana judge ordered a new trial in a mesothelioma lawsuit against Colgate-Palmolive. This decision came after the witness unexpectedly introduced what the judge termed an entirely improper, unsolicited, new opinion that had…

Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis is devastating, and not just because of the medical challenges. It is also because of the financial strain that it can bring. Fortunately, patients diagnosed with mesothelioma are entitled to file a lawsuit against the responsible parties to seek justice and compensation for asbestos exposure. One common question individuals pursuing compensation…

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as B.D. In a recent court ruling, a jury ordered a helicopter company to pay $8.8 million in damages to the family of B.D. Unfortunately, B.D., a mechanical engineer, passed away from mesothelioma, having been exposed to asbestos primarily through…

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as R.M. Mesothelioma lawsuits often involve complex and contentious legal battles as asbestos companies employ aggressive strategies to avoid liability. One common tactic these companies use is moving cases to federal courts, which are often more favorable to businesses, offering…

Michael Throneberry to serve as the 2025 President of the Asbestos/Mesothelioma Trial Lawyers Association – Top 10. The Asbestos/Mesothelioma Trial Lawyers Association – Top 10 is a vital, growing group of trial lawyers from across the country who share knowledge, experience, and expertise in handling Asbestos/Mesothelioma cases. “I am honored, and it is a privilege…

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as D.B. In a landmark decision, a Florida Jury awarded over $9 million to the widow of D.B., an employee benefits advisor who was diagnosed and later succumbed to malignant mesothelioma. While D.B. never actually worked directly with asbestos, he…

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…

The mesothelioma latency period refers to the time between initial exposure to asbestos and a diagnosis. It is primarily a “silent” one because it can take 10-50 years before one is diagnosed with mesothelioma. The latency period can be shorter or longer than the 10-50-year range depending on factors such as one’s gender, age, time…

Attorney Michael Throneberry has been selected to the 2025 Super Lawyers list. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have…