Mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive type of cancer that affects the mesothelium (the protective membrane covering most internal organs), is primarily caused by asbestos exposure. Unfortunately, there is still no cure for mesothelioma. However, there are several mesothelioma treatment options. After a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma and undergoes treatment, they may experience weakness and
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J&J Files Third Bankruptcy Application to Resolve Mesothelioma and Ovarian Cancer Claims
The giant pharmaceutical company Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is facing thousands of personal injury claims from people who blame the company’s talc products for ovarian cancer and malignant mesothelioma. After previously filing two bankruptcy claims and both claims being rejected by victims and courts, J&J recently made another attempt to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.…
Can a Person Live a Normal Life With Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive form of cancer. Every year, there are about 3,000 new mesothelioma cases in the United States. This disease, which develops in the mesothelium (a membrane that covers the lungs, abdomen, heart, and testes), is primarily caused by asbestos exposure. There is still no cure for mesothelioma, but there are several…
Secondary Asbestos Exposure Blamed for Woman’s Mesothelioma
For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as Mrs. I.L.L, and her husband will be referred to as Mr. A.C.L.
In this case, I.L.L. was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma and died of the asbestos-related illness in 2023 at the age of 91. Mesothelioma is a rare and…
Man’s Mesothelioma Linked to Asbestos in Talc Used for Pleurodesis
For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as Mr. B.Z.
In this case, a Utah resident, Mr. B.Z. Claims that his mesothelioma was caused by talc pleurodesis, a procedure that was meant to help him. Talc pleurodesis is a medical procedure that helps prevent fluid or air…
Asbestos in Gloves Blamed for Food Worker’s Mesothelioma
For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as Mr. W.S.
In a recent Supreme Court decision, Justice Corcoran rejected a motion for summary judgment filed by a defendant accused of causing a deceased individual’s mesothelioma. In this case, the late W.S., who worked in the food industry,…
Connecticut Mesothelioma Case Sheds Light on the Dangers of Talc
For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as Mr. E.P.
A recent mesothelioma lawsuit in Connecticut has attracted significant attention and highlighted concerns over previously unknown dangers of talcum powder in consumer products, notably Johnson & Johnson’s (J&J’s) talcum powder products. In this case, a 64-year-old man…
Diagnosed With Mesothelioma? Here are Some Next Steps
Being diagnosed with mesothelioma can be a life-changing moment. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that occurs after asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was once commonly used in several industries, such as manufacturing and construction. Unfortunately, there is still no cure for mesothelioma. However, there are several treatment options, such…
Chicago Jury Awards $24.4 Million to Mesothelioma Victim’s Family in Lawsuit Against Avon Products
For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as Mr. C.R.
In a recent court decision, a Chicago jury ordered Avon Products to pay $24.4 million to the family of Mr. C.R., a mesothelioma victim. Mr. C.R. is a former janitor who was diagnosed with mesothelioma in 2023.…
West Virginia Court Overturns Workers’ Compensation Board’s Mesothelioma Ruling
For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as Mr. S.T.C. and his widow as Mrs. M.C.
In a recent court decision, the Court of Appeals of West Virginia overturned a worker’s compensation board’s mesothelioma ruling. Mr. S.T.C. died of malignant mesothelioma in October 2020. After Mr. S.T.C.’s…