Unfortunately, there is still no cure for mesothelioma. However, the good news is that several mesothelioma treatment options exist. One of the mesothelioma treatments is chemotherapy. This treatment option involves using chemicals to kill cancer cells and prevent them from
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Some Crucial Things to Remember About Mesothelioma Claims
After a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma, their life and that of their family can drastically change. A mesothelioma diagnosis is not only emotionally draining, but it can also be financially draining. While there is still no cure for mesothelioma,…
Alternative Dispute Resolution for Mesothelioma Cases
While some people suffer asbestos exposure because of nobody’s fault, often, asbestos exposure happens because of other people’s negligence. In the United States of America, if a person develops mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness after suffering asbestos exposure because of…
Hope for Mesothelioma Victims After Judge Denies Johnson & Johnson’s Second Bankruptcy Attempt
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Michael Kaplan denied Johnson & Johnson’s second bankruptcy attempt in a recent court decision. This decision offers hope to many mesothelioma and ovarian cancer victims seeking justice from Johnson & Johnson. The consumer giant is facing tens…
Common Grief Responses After Losing a Loved One to Mesothelioma and How to Cope
A mesothelioma diagnosis can cause grief in patients, family, and friends. It can be especially difficult for surviving loved ones of those who die of mesothelioma. Losing a loved one to an aggressive cancer can be extremely difficult because someone…
Mesothelioma Lawsuit Against Boiler Manufacturer to Continue With Punitive Damages Charge
For purposes of this article, the victim in this case will be referred to as M.F.B.
In a mesothelioma case, you can recover compensatory damages just like in any other personal injury case. These are damages meant to compensate the…
J&J Promises to Challenge $18.8 Million Judgement Against it in Talc Case Against Pericardial Mesothelioma Victim
For purposes of this article, the plaintiff in this case will be referred to as A.H.V.
Johnson & Johnson, the famous American corporation, has been sued by tens of thousands of people for its talc-based products. According to claimants, the…
What are Some Defenses Used in Mesothelioma Cases?
Companies facing asbestos exposure claims are rarely willing to accept liability and pay mesothelioma victims or families of victims the compensation they deserve. Companies in asbestos claims and lawsuits are usually represented by skilled attorneys armed with several defense strategies.…
The Court of Appeals of Washington Rejects Caterpillar’s Arguments and Allows Navy Veteran’s Widow to Recover $4.5 Million Award
For purposes of this article, the deceased Navy veteran will be referred to as E.E.
In a recent mesothelioma case, the Court of Appeals of Washington rejected arguments that Caterpillar presented and allowed a Navy veteran’s widow to recover a…
What are the Qualities of a Good Mesothelioma Lawyer?
If you or a loved one were diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may have the right to take legal action to recover compensation for medical expenses and other damages caused by the diagnosis. If the illness resulted from asbestos exposure, you…