Mesothelioma Law Blog

When companies break the laws that govern asbestos use and removal, they can face criminal charges. At the federal level, both the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) can enforce the law. States also enforce...

People diagnosed with mesothelioma today face better prospects than they would have just a few years back. This is largely because of the ongoing research taking place around the world. It sometimes seems as though there are breakthroughs and developments in the news...

Most mesothelioma victims do not receive their diagnosis until the cancer has progressed to its late stages. As a result, the mesothelioma survival rate is lower than for many other cancers. But what is the survival rate? What does it mean for victims and their loved...

For many years, people considered asbestos a miracle fiber. It is strong, malleable and resilient, as well as heat- and fire-resistant. However, it is also a deadly carcinogen. We now know that exposure can lead to such diseases as asbestosis, lung cancer and...

Mesothelioma victims often need help with their bills. The medical treatments are expensive, and the disease may demand lifestyle changes that require additional expenses. This means, among their many other concerns, victims often wonder how they can make ends meet....

Mesothelioma victims and their families have a lot to deal with. Thankfully, they don’t have to deal with everything all by themselves. With some assistance, they may be able to access many of the available benefits. While the circumstances of your case will shape the...

There is no doubt that asbestos exposure can lead to such deadly diseases as mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis. That’s why regulatory agencies have put standards in place to protect the public. And it’s why violations of those standards are such serious...

A mesothelioma diagnosis doesn’t just mean changes for the victim. It also means changes for those nearest to him or her. Spouses, children and others who find themselves caring for a loved one with mesothelioma can make a huge difference. They may not be able to...

Scientists are always looking for new and better ways to treat mesothelioma. But one of the challenges they face in delivering their treatments to the public is getting those treatments approved. Approvals often come only after years of research, but some developers...