One of the most troubling aspects of malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM), is its long incubation period. Asbestos fibers can be inhaled, often in an industrial setting, construction or demolition jobsite or from mining of the mineral. It is brought deep into the lungs, where it settles. It works its way into outer lung tissue, the mesothelium, lining that allows the lungs to move within the chest cavity. There it sits, slowly over decades irritating the pleural lining, often causing asbestosis and eventually, it will trigger the development of mesothelioma, a deadly cancer. By the time the patient manifests symptoms of the […]

It is not uncommon for fatal diseases to develop within the bodies of those exposed to asbestos fibers. Any exposure to asbestos is dangerous, and prolonged exposure puts individuals at higher risk for cancers like mesothelioma. Many of those who are diagnosed with the disease suffer from pleural mesothelioma, which affects the respiratory system within [...]

A jury in Fresno awarded the family of a man who died of mesothelioma $10.9 million in damages as a result of his contracting mesothelioma because of his use of Bendix asbestos brake pads and linings. The ruling came against Honeywell, the successor company that purchased Bendix in the 1980s. Bendix, like many manufacturers of brake parts used asbestos, because of its ability to withstand high temperatures. The jury verdict was split, with $7.4 million being award to the family as compensatory damages, which is recompense for the premature death from mesothelioma at age 59 of their husband and father. The $3.5 […]

May 26, marks Memorial Day in the United States in 2014! Today we remember the millions of men and women who have given their lives in service for America. The courage, determination, and bravery of our veterans is something to surely celebrate. In our remembrance, we cannot forget about the thousands of veterans exposed to asbestos within the U.S. Military. Army, Navy, Air Force, and other vets are all at risk for developing asbestos-related diseases as a result of exposure during their time of service. More than thirty percent of people in the U.S. diagnosed with mesothelioma are military veterans, and can expect […]

by Brayton Purcell LLP | May 23, 2014 | Mesothelioma | Has a mesothelioma diagnosis stopped you in your tracks? There are many other victims of asbestos-related diseases that have found their diagnoses completely debilitating. Some patients lose hope in ever having the energy, income, and other means of living the full life they had originally planned on. It might come as a surprise to you to learn that you might be eligible for compensation for pain and suffering due to an asbestos-related disease. Many patients fight for their rights in the court room and succeed. These court successes pave […]

Whether you have just been diagnosed with mesothelioma or are the family member of a patient, filing a lawsuit might seem like a daunting task in the midst of diagnosis. Depending on what state you are living in, your statute of limitations can expire anywhere from one to six years after initial diagnosis by your [...]

Foreseeability is important concept for the law of negligence. Negligence occurs you owe someone a duty and you fail to meet your duty. One of the ways duty is determined is by foreseeability. For instance, your doctor owes you a duty not provide substandard medical care, because it is easily foreseeable that if he or [...]

Hiring a mesothelioma attorney can be a daunting task. You might have already noticed your health deteriorating from the disease, and your statute of limitations begins to expire with your doctor’s diagnosis. How do you start thinking about filing a lawsuit? Choosing the right lawyer should be your first task when deciding how to move [...]

Some things are simply incredible. The latest big news in asbestos litigation is a case involving Garlock. The company manufactured gaskets using asbestos. They have been sued repeatedly by thousands of victims of asbestos exposure who had contracted asbestos-related illnesses, such as asbestosis and mesothelioma. The company, like most asbestos companies, lost most cases. In [...]

Mesothelioma is a brutal, relentless disease. Like some frightening predator from a gothic novel, it lies in wait, sometimes for ten or twenty years, other times for nearly half a century, only to awaken long after the victim has forgotten that dust they inhaled decades ago, and strike with a cough that turns deadly, often [...]