Asbestos Exposure, Mesothelioma More Common Than You May Think
The vast majority of people in South Carolina have likely been exposed to asbestos at some point in their life. While even small amounts of asbestos can be extremely detrimental to human health, most people will not develop mesothelioma as …
Early Detection of Mesothelioma
“I know I was exposed to asbestos decades ago. Is there any way to start testing early for mesothelioma?”
Occupational asbestos exposure was very common in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. It wasn’t until the 1970s that strict regulations were …
What are Mesothelioma Bankruptcy Trusts?
Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos. Many people develop mesothelioma due to workplace asbestos exposure that occurred decades ago.
When a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma, the victim and his or her family members may be eligible for significant …
Do Women Diagnosed With Mesothelioma Survive Longer Than Men?
We recently published a SlideShare discussing mesothelioma, and better response to treatment and longer life expectancy among women diagnosed with the disease. Please view the slides to learn more.
…Woman Blames Mesothelioma on Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder
South Carolina consumers trust companies to provide safe and effective products. When these expectations are violated, an individual’s safety, health and well-being may be at risk. An out-of-state woman is currently seeking $28 million from Johnson & Johnson, claiming that …
Pathologist Testifies During Victim’s Mesothelioma Lawsuit
Baby powder was once largely comprised of talc, a substance that is frequently contaminated with asbestos. In the past, this type of talc baby powder was a commonly-used substance by many in South Carolina, and now some residents may be …
EPA Ignores Those Most at Risk for Mesothelioma
Analyzing the potential of asbestos exposure for high-risk workers is essential for keeping them safe on the job. Unfortunately, those who are most likely to encounter asbestos will be left out of the Environmental Protection Agency‘s new risk analysis …
Suffering From Mesothelioma? Your Employer Might be to Blame
The narrative around asbestos is fraught with corporate interests and influence. Before the public understood the associated risks, many corporations were fully aware of the dangers but chose to conceal that information. Even now, some South Carolina businesses limit the …
Victim Settles Mesothelioma Claim With Colgate-Palmolive
Baby powder is frequently associated with the company Johnson & Johnson, but many other brands produce and distribute this product. Colgate-Palmolive is another such brand, and it recently settled a claim that its baby powder products caused mesothelioma for an …
Is a Cure For Mesothelioma On The Horizon?
We recently published a Slideshare discussing a hopeful new treatment for mesothelioma patients. Please view these slides to learn more.
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