Mesothelioma And Asbestos-Related Diseases Legal Blog
Could your non-lung health problems be related to mesothelioma?
Asbestos was a product commonly used in building materials in Pennsylvania for many years without consideration of the potential harm that the product could cause. The material was pervasive until it was discovered just how toxic it actually could be in the long run,...
Mesothelioma caused by linotype machines
Asbestos exposure has many harmful effects, including cancers such as mesothelioma. In traditional cases, the asbestos may come from paint chips, harmful chemicals, insulation equipment, military-grade vehicles, and more. One business industry that seems to not...
Signs of asbestos exposure
In recent years, hundreds of people in Pennsylvania have filed lawsuits claiming that they suffer from medical issues after being exposed to asbestos. While asbestos was once a popular building material, this substance was largely retired in the 1970s after people...
Pediatric mesothelioma found to not be related to asbestos
Those with mesothelioma in Pennsylvania may wonder if the condition only develops in adults. A small number of children are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year. Because so few children develop the disease, very little is known. A study done by researchers with the...
Getting tested for asbestos exposure
Asbestos, a fibrous material, commonly causes cancer of the lungs known as mesothelioma. Asbestos has been used in various industries due to its heat-resistant properties. Workers in Pennsylvania can undergo several tests to determine if they have been exposed to...
New mesothelioma treatments could impact lawsuits
Patients suffering from mesothelioma in Pennsylvania know that this type of cancer, usually caused by asbestos exposure, can be difficult to treat as well as expensive. However, a new type of treatment using tiny, hollow gold cylinders may give patients a longer lease...
Understanding peritoneal organ removal from mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is often considered only a disease of the lungs, but the truth is it can spread to the lining of other body organs as well. The lungs are not the only part of the body that can come in contact with asbestos when the victim has been exposed in a multitude...
Asbestos exposure in unexpected occupations
When people hear the phrase “occupational asbestos exposure” they tend to immediately think of industries such as construction work, factory work, mining and manufacturing. Unfortunately, the list of at-risk occupations seems to be in a state of constant flux and...
Veterans can file a mesothelioma lawsuit against manufacturers
Many Pennsylvanians have proudly served in the military. While serving certainly had risks, certainly during wartime, veterans likely did not expect to be injured or die from mesothelioma or asbestos-related diseases. Nevertheless, almost one-third of all cases (about...
Crucial questions to ask when diagnosed with mesothelioma
It is devastating news for the ill or their family to receive a mesothelioma diagnosis by an oncologist. Receiving such traumatic news can leave victims and family members unable to get their thoughts together. While it does not need to happen at the time of the...