Tag Archives: Cancer

Are victims of asbestos still making mesothelioma claims?

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer which has been linked to exposure to asbestos. This exposure could have occurred in many ways, but is most often related to those who have worked directly with the fiber or dust of the material. It also occurs in other ways such as those who clean the clothes of […]

If I File a Mesothelioma Lawsuit and My Cancer Goes Into Remission, Do I Have to Give the Settlement Back?

Mesothelioma is a rare, but deadly form of cancer that develops in the mesothelia, the lining found around your lungs, heart and other organs, and development of the disease usually means that the patient was exposed to asbestos. Because mesothelioma has a latency period of as much as 60 years, many people who develop the […]

What if my mesothelioma lawsuit fails? Do I owe money?

Americans working in the industrial and building trades were regularly exposed to asbestos for more than half a century after companies became aware of its dangerous properties. Once considered a “miracle mineral,” it was used extensively on Navy ships and in the shipyards, so many veterans and workers were also regularly exposed. Perhaps even more […]

Can I file a mesothelioma claim without an asbestos attorney?

Have you been diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma? If you or a loved one have received this diagnosis, you may have a lot of legal and medical questions, but aren’t sure where to turn. To ensure you receive the highest compensation possible, and guidance to the best medical treatment, you need an experienced asbestos attorney familiar […]

I Have Mesothelioma. What Are My Legal Options?

Mesothelioma is a serious respiratory or stomach condition that develops after exposure to asbestos particles. This condition can cause severe disability and loss of livelihood. Mesothelioma litigation can help people with this condition to get compensation for medical costs and other expenses. About Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops in the mesothelial […]

How Can I Determine If a Mesothelioma Law Firm Is Reputable?

What Is Mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is a type of cancer almost exclusively caused by exposure to asbestos. Even though the use of asbestos has declined over recent decades, the incidence of the disease has not. This is because after initial asbestos exposure, the disease may take between 20 and 50 years to produce symptoms. Only after […]

When Should I Contact a Mesothelioma Lawyer?

Mesothelioma is a deadly cancer that develops from exposure to asbestos. The cancer attacks the mesothelium, which is the protective lining in the lungs, heart, and abdominal cavity. The prognosis depends a good deal on when the cancer is discovered. Mesothelioma is generally divided into two stages. In the first stage, the cancer has spread […]