An ongoing mesothelioma lawsuit raises questions about an employer’s responsibility in cases of asbestos exposure and whether workers’ compensation laws bar plaintiffs from taking action against former employers. In the case of Walston v. Boeing Co., the plaintiff is attempting to sue his former employer on the grounds that the…
A new report indicates insurance companies are largely unprepared for a massive “third wave” of asbestos claims that are expected to be filed within the next several years. mesothelioma attorneys in New England have been well aware for some time that asbestos litigation hasn’t been slowing down. However, many insurance…
The 40-year-old English professor is not your typical mesothelioma plaintiff. He’s relatively young. He is married to his high school sweetheart, has a Master’s degree and a 6-year-old daughter. He teaches at an Ohio community college and on weekends, plays drums in a popular local band. He’s also dying of…
Increasingly, our Boston mesothelioma attorneys are handling litigation brought by adult children on behalf of parents who suffered and ultimately died prematurely as a result of this horrific illness. The unfortunate reality of these cases is that the disease of mesothelioma, once diagnosed, progresses very quickly. Patients who have limited…
In a disappointing blow to those who might have sought damages for asbestos exposure from Garlock Sealing Industries LLC, a federal bankruptcy judge has severely curtailed the amount for which the firm will be liable. Mesothelioma plaintiff attorneys with pending claims against the firm had sought to hold the company…
When Boston asbestos lawsuits first began to stack up back in the 1970s, it wasn’t long before defendants, victims and judges concluded that valid personal injury claims were going to outpace the amount of money available to adequately compensate those who had been wronged. It was for this reason that…
Any amount of asbestos exposure can be deadly, which is why state and federal authorities have strict guidelines in place for how the material must be handled and disposed. Unfortunately, there continue to be business, property owners and contractors who flout these rules simply to save a few bucks. Recently…
Diagnosis of mesothelioma may come months, years, or even decades after the exposure to asbestos. Though early diagnosis can improve treatment options and increase the chances of longevity, most victims will still face the tragic prognosis of an untimely death. According to new research, “biomarkers” could improve the accuracy of…
Mesothelioma patients can suffer from severe pain, especially as they near the end of life. Doctors and medical researchers are often exploring new methods of treatment to ease the pain for victims. One of the standard pain relievers for mesothelioma patients has been radiotherapy. According to new reports, evidence suggest…
Many people each year file lawsuits in the United States because they develop cancer as a result of exposure to asbestos. The thousands of lawsuits largely go unnoticed amidst the other legal news, especially as asbestos litigation has been going on for a long time and there is no question…