A Letter from Linda Reinstein, President & Co-Founder of Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)
Every September, something extraordinary happens in Alton, Illinois. As I lace up my shoes and pin my bib number to my shirt, I’m not just preparing
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Meet Florida Asbestos Attorney Juan Bauta
Firm Partner Juan Bauta, an asbestos attorney based in our Florida office, has over 30 years of experience helping families seek justice.
Juan focuses on filing mesothelioma lawsuits against companies that made or sold asbestos products without warning of the…
Celebrating Simmons Hanly Conroy’s 26th Anniversary
In 1999, when Attorney John Simmons set up some modest folding tables, rented computers and started taking clients, it was certainly a humble beginning for the newly established mesothelioma law firm.
As a U.S. Army veteran far too familiar…
Interview with Paraquat Attorney Brendan Smith: Get the Latest on Litigation in 2025
Paraquat is a highly toxic ingredient found in popular commercial weed killers that may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease.
Thousands of families have filed lawsuits against Syngenta, Chevron, and other manufacturers for reportedly failing to warn about the potential…
Q&A with Social Media Litigation Lawyer Ellyn Hurd
For many children, adolescents, and young adults, social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have become part of their everyday lives. However, behind the photos and videos, mounting evidence suggests these platforms may be causing real harm.
Social media…
Today We Honor Veterans on the 81st D-Day Anniversary
On June 6, 1944, when the Allied Forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, it marked a critical turning point in World War II. Overwhelmed by the invasion, Nazi forces retreated back to the Seine River. The Allies accepted their…
On Memorial Day, We Remember Brave Mesothelioma Warriors
As the month of May comes to a close, many of us celebrate the beginning of summer with backyard barbecues and parades. During our weekend celebrations, it’s important for us to take a moment to remember the true significance of…
How Did Steve McQueen Get Mesothelioma?
The top-paid actor in 1974, Steve McQueen was best known for his roles in movies like “The Magnificent Seven,” “The Great Escape,” and “The Inferno.”
In addition to acting, McQueen was also a race car driver and U.S. Marine Corps veteran.…
April 1-7 Marks the 21st Annual Global Asbestos Awareness Week
Every year, the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) dedicates the first full week of April to Global Asbestos Awareness Week (GAAW). From April 1 to April 7, Simmons Hanly Conroy will join advocates across the world in the fight to…
10 Must-Know Tips for Mesothelioma Caregivers
Mesothelioma is a disease that impacts not just the life of the person diagnosed, but their family and friends’ lives, as well. Mesothelioma caregivers often become the fundamental source of support and comfort for the patient.
However, being a mesothelioma…