U.S. Supreme Court Issues Opinion on Asbestos
There’s good news for Navy veterans who developed mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure on ships: The U.S. Supreme Court issued an opinion allowing mesothelioma victims to take action against the manufacturers of boilers, pumps and other metal equipment that required …
Hundreds of Students Displaced After Asbestos Exposure
Students and parents alike tend to expect schools to be safe places that are free from serious threats and risks. Sadly, this is not always the case. Older school buildings can pose various dangers, especially when poor upkeep contributes to …
Why Does Asbestos Litigation Seem So Common?
The use of asbestos is heavily regulated, which might lead some people in South Carolina to believe that it is a past problem that has no more bearing on current times. Unfortunately, this is far from reality. As some people …
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma
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No Recall for Claire’s Products Linked to Asbestos Exposure
Many women, teenagers and even young girls in South Carolina can recount going to a Claire’s store to have their ears pierced. The popular chain not only provides ear piercing services, it also sells a wide variety of items marketed …
Compensation For Mesothelioma Is Possible
Asbestos was once frequently used in a wide range of industries, from automobiles to manufacturing to construction and much more. For those working in these types of industries, exposure to asbestos was not only common but, at one point in …
Mesothelioma Victim, Wife File Suit for Asbestos Exposure
South Carolina patients who develop serious, life-threatening medical issues suffer more than just physical symptoms. Many deal with ongoing and severe emotional distress related to their illnesses. This is often true for patients dealing with mesothelioma, a fatal cancer caused …
Questions For Your Doctor After a Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Going to a medical appointment can be a stressful, nerve-wracking experience. This is especially true after receiving a diagnosis such as mesothelioma.
Most patients diagnosed with mesothelioma have many questions about their diagnosis, treatment plan, options, prognosis, and more. But …
Family Secures $18.5 Million Re Loved One’s Asbestos Exposure
Facing the death of a loved one is rarely an easy process, but it can be especially difficult when their death was the result of another’s negligence. When dealing with asbestos exposure, this often involves families losing their loved ones …
What Jobs Have High Asbestos Exposure?
People who work in certain jobs and industries have a higher likelihood of being exposed to asbestos. The danger here is that asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma, a deadly cancer that usually affects the outer lining …