Arizona Mesothelioma Lawyer Blog

September 26, every year, is Mesothelioma Awareness Day. Since its inception in 2004, Mesothelioma Awareness Day has helped make more and more people aware of mesothelioma. Mesothelioma Awareness Day honors the many people who have been affected by mesothelioma. On Mesothelioma Awareness Day, peo...

Mesothelioma is among the many types of cancers. This form of cancer occurs in the thin layer of tissue that covers most of a person's internal organs (mesothelium). Usually, mesothelioma is linked to asbestos exposure. There are different types of mesothelioma. The first type of mesothelioma is ...

When a person receives a mesothelioma diagnosis, many thoughts go through their mind. While every mesothelioma patient responds differently to their diagnosis, what is constant is that most, if not all, mesothelioma patients have negative feelings about their diagnosis. This is entirely normal. M...

For purposes of this article, the victim in this case will be referred to as Mrs. J.S. Unfortunately, defendants are sometimes unwilling to compensate surviving loved ones of mesothelioma victims. Some defendants file motions to dismiss mesothelioma wrongful death cases, and when these motions a...

For purposes of this article, the victim in this case will be referred to as J.C. In a recent asbestos case, the Supreme Court of New York City rejected arguments presented by a printing press manufacturer. In its decision, the Court said that a jury needs to decide the questions in the case. In...

After someone is diagnosed with mesothelioma, they may be eligible to file a compensation claim against the negligent party or parties that are to blame for their asbestos exposure and get justice and financial compensation. And the reality is that, whereas some cases of asbestos exposure are unp...

Cancer occurs when body cells grow uncontrollably and metastasize. When a cancerous tumor forms, it can attack nearby tissues and move to distant places in the body to form new tumors. According to the National Cancer Institute, there are over 100 types of cancer. Usually, types of cancer are na...

The unforeseen costs of a mesothelioma diagnosis can cause patients and their families extreme financial hardship. Mesothelioma treatment can be expensive. Additionally, mesothelioma patients and their families face a lot of unexpected losses and out-of-pocket expenses. Fortunately, after a mesot...

Despite knowing the health effects of asbestos, many asbestos companies failed to warn workers and the public. This resulted in asbestos exposure. Asbestos exposure can lead to the development of fatal diseases such as mesothelioma. If someone develops mesothelioma or another asbestos-related ill...

A mesothelioma diagnosis can be scary, mainly because there is still no cure for mesothelioma. Fortunately, there are several mesothelioma treatment options. Many people have lived long, fulfilling lives after getting diagnosed with mesothelioma. For some mesothelioma patients, treatment can remo...

Immunotherapy is one of the ways to treat mesothelioma. This treatment method uses the patient's immune system to fight mesothelioma cancer cells. Immunotherapy works by strengthening or restoring the immune system's ability to fight cancer. Mesothelioma immunotherapy, also at times called biolog...

Those who served in the Navy made countless sacrifices. Unfortunately, the sacrifices made by Navy service members are bigger than many think. Today, thousands of veterans continue to battle mesothelioma, and many have died from this form of cancer. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops ...

In a recent ruling, a SC jury awarded a victim of asbestos-containing cosmetic talc products $29 million in damages. This decision came only a few days after opening statements were presented. The victim, in this case, suffered malignant mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos through the as...

After a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma, they or their family may have the right to file a claim against the parties responsible for asbestos exposure.   In the United States of America, plaintiffs in mesothelioma cases are not legally required to hire an attorney. However, hiring a lawyer ...

Being diagnosed with mesothelioma can be devastating. A mesothelioma diagnosis can leave you feeling overwhelmed physically, emotionally, and financially. If you have mesothelioma, you may wonder where you can seek help. You've probably heard or read about mesothelioma support groups but aren't s...

Mesothelioma is a disease that develops after someone is exposed to asbestos. A person can develop mesothelioma by either inhaling or ingesting asbestos fibers. Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis can be devastating. It can be hard to cope after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Fortunately, there are ste...

Lost income, medical expenses, and other non-economic damages are not the only things with which mesothelioma patients have to contend. Mesothelioma patients also have to deal with pain and suffering. Fortunately, if your mesothelioma developed due to another party's negligence you have the right...

Asbestos Company loses after trying to argue against punitive damages.  After developing mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure, a patient can file a compensation claim. In a mesothelioma compensation claim, a plaintiff can recover punitive and compensatory damages. Compensatory damages include no...

The first step to take after a mesothelioma diagnosis is to talk to the doctor about treatment options. There is still no cure for mesothelioma, but several treatment options exist. Mesothelioma treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherap...

There are more than 20 million U.S. military veterans living today. This accounts for 7% of the total population. Research suggests that veterans account for 30% of the estimated 3,000 mesothelioma cases diagnosed every year. These numbers show that many U.S. military veterans living today are at...

Finding out a friend or family member has mesothelioma can be difficult and frightening. This rare cancer develops after asbestos exposure.  However, despite mesothelioma being rare, it is aggressive and deadly. If your loved one just told you they have cancer, you may not know what to say to th...

After a person is exposed to asbestos, they may end up developing mesothelioma. This is a rare but fatal type of cancer. After a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma, getting treatment can be expensive. Not only does one need to pay medical bills, but one also needs to pay for transport to and f...

Mesothelioma is a form of deadly cancer that develops after someone is exposed to asbestos. After a person develops mesothelioma, their life changes drastically. However, patients are not the only ones whose life changes after a mesothelioma diagnosis. When someone is diagnosed with mesothelioma,...

For purposes of this article, the victim, in this case, will be referred to as D.M., and his spouse will be referred to as L.M. Recently, the Oregon court of appeals denied a petition filed by Kaiser Gypsum appealing a decision made in 2020.  In 2020, Kaiser Gypsum was ordered to pay over $6 mi...

Many of the houses built before the 1980s were built using asbestos-containing products. Therefore, quite a number of people living in older homes are living in asbestos-contaminated houses. As already mentioned, asbestos can be found in many places in a house. Many houses built before the 1980s...