Nothing can be devastating like being diagnosed with a life-altering condition. If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is important that you have a clear action plan. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops when an individual is exposed to asbestos – a naturally occurring fibrous silicate mineral. Here are important steps you […]
Johnson & Johnson has been facing litigation for years over claims that talc in their beauty and personal care products has been causing mesothelioma and ovarian cancer. While the company maintains that independent experts claim this can’t happen, many of the cases against the company have been successful. The company is facing around 34,000 cases for damages […]
If you could have mesothelioma, you may know that there are four general areas where mesothelioma may affect you. Each of these areas has its own diagnostic term. For example, pleural mesothelioma affects the lining of the lungs. Peritoneal mesothelioma affects tissues in the abdomen. Testicular mesothelioma affects the testes, and pericardial mesothelioma affects the […]
There’s absolutely nothing pleasant about chemotherapy – but one of the things that people find hardest about their treatment is their constant nausea. How do you cope? The best things you can do (and the things you shouldn’t do) may surprise you. Here are some tips: Don’t let your stomach get empty When your stomach is […]
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be distressing for the affected party and their friends and family members. The first crucial step is to ensure that the person has prompt medical treatment. However, the necessary support does not stop there. Often, the loved ones of someone facing a diagnosis want to do everything they can to help. […]
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that commonly affects the linings of the lungs or the abdomen. This cancer develops when an individual inhales or swallows asbestos fibers and can take 20 to 60 years to manifest after exposure. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may consider filing a mesothelioma lawsuit against […]
It often feels like mesothelioma is a type of cancer that people only get when they’re moving toward old age or at least retirement age. It doesn’t appear to impact young people the same way. Does this mean they can’t get it? What you’re really seeing here is the length of time it takes for […]
Asbestos is a very dangerous substance. Although it has long been used in many industries, the federal government now recognizes that there is no safe level of exposure to this mineral substance. Whether you work at a remodeling company or as a shipfitter, your work could expose you to asbestos. Employers have a legal obligation […]
Johnson and Johnson (J&J) continue to fight allegations that its talcum powder for babies contained asbestos and led to people suffering mesothelioma. There have been many twists and turns in the story. Whenever a court awards claimants compensation, J&J goes back to court to try and get the verdict overturned or the payment reduced. Sometimes […]
