STANDING UP FOR YOU WITH SKILLED ADVOCACY

A recently filed lawsuit claims that workers at an apartment complex — and possibly residents — were exposed to asbestos when a construction crew was remodeling five vacant units. According to the employees, the construction crew notified management of the possible presence of asbestos in May. However, the president of the management company furiously denied the possibility

Renovating your home can be a satisfying experience, but it’s important to do it safely. This includes being aware of how exposure to asbestos in old building materials can put you and your family at risk of mesothelioma, lung cancer, or other asbestos-related diseases. In a post last year, we discussed tips for protecting against asbestos

As it becomes time again to stock up on supplies for the upcoming school year, parents should continue to pay careful attention to the products they are buying. One recent news story served as a good reminder. This year the U.S. Public Interest Research Group tested several crayon brands for toxic substances. They found that

Immunotherapy uses substances that stimulate the immune system to prevent or treat cancer and other diseases. It is an emerging field bringing signs of hope for cancer patients and their families. One form of immunotherapy involves the use of personalized cancer vaccines (PCVs). As, researchers are seeking to use these PCVs as an effective way

On July 19 at about 6:40 a.m., a 20-inch steam pipe exploded under a street in New York City’s Flatiron district. Five people suffered minor injuries from the explosion, which tore a hole in the street and caused a geyser of white smoke and debris. That debris contained asbestos, tests indicate. The asbestos-laden plume could easily

Following a five-week-long trial, a St. Louis jury recently awarded a verdict of $4.7 billion against talcum powder manufacturer Johnson & Johnson. The award included $25 million for each of 22 women (or their surviving family members) who claimed to have developed ovarian cancer as a direct result of using the company’s baby powder for

Getting a diagnosis of cancer begins a treatment journey unique to each person and affected family. Though two people may have the same type of cancer, how it affects someone depends on many individual factors. In response to this, researchers are developing personalized cancer vaccines, seeking to provide each patient with more effective treatment. In

The legal fight against Johnson & Johnson and other companies who have allegedly exposed people to asbestos-laden talc or talc-based products such as baby powder continues to make headway. In this post, we’ll review some of the recent developments. Recent victories In early April, a state court jury in New Jersey awarded $37 million in

Automotive technicians replacing brake pads and workers in manufacturing plants not only worked with asbestos on the job, but often brought the fibers home on their clothing. Even small amounts of asbestos and short periods of exposure can cause mesothelioma. Strange as it might sound, a parent who worked with or around asbestos or asbestos-containing

The U.S. Supreme Court recently agreed to hear a case involving military members and asbestos exposure. The case involves men who developed lung cancer after working on ships and in shipyards for the Navy. At issue is the liability of equipment manufacturers for replacement parts supplied by others when the replacement parts met specifications established