Do Popcorn Ceilings Have Asbestos?
Popcorn ceilings, once a popular home decor choice, have now become a source of concern for many homeowners and renters due to their potential to contain asbestos. These textured ceilings, often found in homes built between the 1950s and the early 80s, were favored for their ease of application and noise-damping abilities. However, the discovery […]
Does Asbestos Lead to Mesothelioma?
Asbestos and mesothelioma are two terms that often surface together. Asbestos, a group of naturally occurring minerals once hailed for its resistance to heat and chemicals, has proven to be more harmful to human health. Mesothelioma, on the other hand, is a rare but aggressive form of cancer predominantly associated with asbestos exposure. The painful […]
Vogelzang Law Settles Two Local Chicago Boilermaker Cases in Excess of $15,600,000
Vogelzang Law is proud to announce that under the leadership of partner Michael Maienza and litigation attorney Christian Luciano Santiago, two asbestos cases involving lifelong boilermakers have settled for $15,580,000.
Who Is Most At Risk for Developing Asbestos Lung Cancer?
Asbestos lung cancer is a term that prompts an immediate sense of dread as one grapples with the devastating health implications it implies. Rooted in exposure to asbestos, this type of cancer has claimed numerous lives, impacting professions and sectors where asbestos use has historically been high. But who, exactly, is most at risk of […]
The 6th Annual Mesothelioma Race For Justice 5k Raises Over $17,000 For The Meso Foundation
The 6th Annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K is in the books and was a huge success! Over $17,000 was raised for the Meso Foundation.
The 3rd Annual Vogelzang Law Charity Golf Outing Raises Over $10,000
The 3rd Annual Vogelzang Law Charity Golf Outing was a rousing success. We raised over $10,000 for RUSH University Medical Center’s Lung Screening Program.
Does Asbestos Cause Lung Cancer?
One of the deadliest forms of cancer is lung cancer, and asbestos exposure is one of the major causes of this type of cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, those who develop asbestos-related disease may show no signs of illness for up to 40 years. If doctors diagnosed you with lung cancer caused by […]
Filing a Claim for Mesothelioma Wrongful Death
Mesothelioma is a rare and devastating form of cancer primarily caused by asbestos exposure. A mesothelioma death is heartbreaking, robbing loved ones of family and friendship, and causing needless suffering. If you lost a loved one to mesothelioma, you can hold those responsible accountable by filing a mesothelioma wrongful death claim. A wrongful death lawsuit […]
What Is the Risk of Mesothelioma from Asbestos Exposure at Work?
The risk of developing mesothelioma from asbestos exposure at work depends on the duration and intensity of exposure, the type of asbestos fibers encountered, and individual susceptibility. For decades, insulation and fire protection products contained asbestos. People who worked in industries manufacturing asbestos products or installing asbestos-containing products were at risk of direct exposure to […]
What Is the Risk of Mesothelioma from Asbestos in Construction?
The use of asbestos in construction products for decades left workers vulnerable to mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. While today asbestos use is highly regulated and strict safety standards protect workers and the public from exposure, the danger of asbestos use continues to linger. Although asbestos is not necessarily dangerous when left undisturbed, when broken […]