Asbestos used to be considered a miracle mineral. It’s tough, flexible and heat- and fire-resistant. It can be—and was—manufactured into all kinds of products. As a result, for many decades, asbestos was everywhere. Manufacturers used it in everything from floor and...

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Learn more about mesothelioma, symptoms & treatment, frequently asked questions and more.

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Learn more about mesothelioma, symptoms & treatment, frequently asked questions and more.

We help victims of dangerous drugs (Actos, Mirena, Lipitor, etc.) and faulty devices (hip implants, pacemakers, etc.)

We help victims of dangerous drugs (Actos, Mirena, Lipitor, etc.) and faulty devices (hip implants, pacemakers, etc.)

Workers' Compensation
Workers' Compensation
We help clients who need assistance with work-related injuries linked to asbestos and other serious problems.

Workers' Compensation
Workers' Compensation
We help clients who need assistance with work-related injuries linked to asbestos and other serious problems.
Month: April 2022
How a proposed ban on chrysotile asbestos could protect workers
The risks of asbestos exposure are well known. As such, it may be surprising that it is not completely banned in the United States. However, a proposed regulation from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) could significantly restrict it. What is the EPA...
How will mesothelioma affect my family?
You probably know that asbestos can cause the cancer known as mesothelioma. This is a rare cancer that grows in the mesothelium, the thin protective tissue that surrounds organs like the lungs and heart. You may also know that there is no known cure for mesothelioma....
Scientists are still learning how mesothelioma works
No one wants to receive a mesothelioma diagnosis. However, a mesothelioma diagnosis today isn’t as bad as it would have been several years back. Researchers haven’t yet found a cure, but their work has led to incremental improvements. As a result, there are now more...
What are the pros and cons of mass torts?
Mass torts are lawsuits filed by groups of individuals with similar cases. These cases most often address the damages caused by defective products or toxic exposure. Notable mass torts have helped people recover from the damage caused by asbestos, tobacco, airplane...
Negligent, reckless actions that lead to asbestos exposure
Asbestos was widely used for decades before the risks were known. Today, we know the dangers of breathing in asbestos fibers, but some parties continue to engage in negligent or reckless actions that put individuals at risk. What do these bad acts look like? The...