Arizona Mesothelioma Lawyer Blog

Mesothelioma, asbestos lung cancer, and asbestosis are different diseases with different claims. Learn how they compare. Free, no-obligation case review.

Arizona veterans with mesothelioma may qualify for VA disability and DIC benefits, alongside a claim against asbestos makers. Free, no-obligation review.

Choosing a mesothelioma lawyer? Learn what to look for, the questions to ask, and how to avoid settlement mills. Free, no-obligation case review.

Arizona power plant workers breathed asbestos from boilers, turbines, and pipes. Our mesothelioma lawyers trace exposure to its source. Free case review.

Copper built Arizona, and the mines and smelters that produced it ran on asbestos. Generations of miners and smelter crews were exposed, and many are being diagnosed with mesothelioma decades later. Learn where exposure happened and how families can pursue a claim.

When mesothelioma takes someone you love, the grief comes first. Questions about a lawsuit usually come later, often when a family wonders whether they can still hold a company accountable for the asbestos that caused the illness. In Arizona, the answer is frequently yes, through a wrongful death...

A mesothelioma diagnosis turns a family's attention to doctors, treatment plans, and time together. A lawsuit is rarely the first thing on anyone's mind. Arizona law, though, puts a firm deadline on the right to file, and once it runs out the chance to seek compensation usually disappears with it...

Mesothelioma signs and symptoms are often overlooked in the beginning because they are mild and resemble everyday illnesses. For example, if you feel simple fatigue or lose your appetite, it is normal to assume it is something minor. However, if you have been previously exposed to asbestos, even ...

A mesothelioma diagnosis often comes with fear, confusion, and countless questions. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that forms in the mesothelium, a thin protective lining found on organs like the lungs and abdomen. This cancer is primarily caused by asbestos exposure. Many people often come to us ...

Asbestos is usually associated with older industrial buildings, construction sites, or factories. However, asbestos can also be found in the outdoor environment, posing a risk to landscapers and other outdoor workers. Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral, was previously added to numerous const...

Following the Eaton fire, many homes in the Altadena area were left standing, covered in ash and debris from buildings that burned to the ground. Initial post-fire testing showed that asbestos had settled on and inside these surviving homes. Months later, new rounds of testing revealed that conta...

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as C.L. or Mr. L. Mesothelioma patients and their families often face numerous challenges when pursuing justice against large companies. These cases frequently involve technical jurisdictional challenges and e...

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as D.P. or Mr. P, and his wife as S.P. or Mrs. P. In a recent case in California, a judge rejected General Electric's (GE) attempt to dismiss a mesothelioma lawsuit, allowing the case to proceed to trial. D.P....

For purposes of this article, the deceased mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as J.L., and her husband will be referred to as M.L. In a recent decision in Massachusetts, a Boston jury awarded $83 million to a man, M.L., who lost his wife, J.L., just two months after her diagnos...

For purposes of this article, the deceased mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as A.B., and her sister will be referred to as L.W. In a recent decision, a jury in St. Lawrence County awarded $12.25 million to A.B.'s estate after finding Vanderbilt Mining LLC responsible for the ...

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as Ms. S.S., and her husband will be referred to as Mr. R.S. In a recent ruling, a U.S. District Court allowed a mesothelioma victim to move her lawsuit back to California state court after several defendants ...

For purposes of this article, the deceased mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as D.S. In a recent ruling, the California Court of Appeals revived a lawsuit filed by the family of D.S., a former power plant worker who died from mesothelioma. D.S.'s death was linked to many years...

For purposes of this article, the deceased mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as B.M. In a recent ruling, the Court of Appeals of the State of Washington reversed a lower court's dismissal of a wrongful death lawsuit connected to asbestos exposure at Tesoro Alaska Company's ref...

In a recent decision, a federal court approved a bankruptcy plan that sets aside $50 million to compensate those affected by asbestos-contaminated talc supplied by Presperse and its parent company. This new trust fund will allow victims of mesothelioma and ovarian cancer and their families to see...

In recent months, concerns have grown over the improper handling of asbestos during wildfire cleanup efforts in Southern California. Mesothelioma advocates have raised the alarm after learning that asbestos-contaminated debris from homes affected by wildfires was disposed of in regular landfills ...

Close to 200 current and former occupants of military housing at Naval Air Station (NAS) Key West have filed a lawsuit alleging failure to manage and maintain the houses they live in. The plaintiffs point to persistent, intolerable conditions in their homes that they claim raise concerns about th...

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as T.L. In a recent court decision, the North Carolina Court of Appeals affirmed a workers' compensation award for the widow of a truck driver who succumbed to mesothelioma. T.L., who was a truck driver, was d...

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as J.C. In a recent significant legal decision, the Washington State Supreme Court allowed a mesothelioma victim to proceed with his lawsuit against his former employer. J.C. was diagnosed with malignant mesot...

The New York City Comptroller's Office recently conducted an audit and made a troubling discovery. The audit revealed that the New York City Department of Education (DOE) failed to carry out mandated asbestos inspections in over 82% of the city's public school buildings known to have been built w...

For purposes of this article, the mesothelioma victim in this case will be referred to as R.L. In a recent decision, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision not to remove a mesothelioma case to federal court. This case pertains to R.L., an Oregon resident who develop...