10 Ways a Mesothelioma Attorney Can Help You
A mesothelioma attorney will seek fair compensation from those who have caused your health ailment. An attorney can help you in many different ways. A lawyer provides services you cannot handle on your own, especially if you are in poor health. Hire your mesothelioma lawyer as soon as possible. You may face deadlines and other […]
Mesothelioma Settlements: What You Need to Know
If you have mesothelioma, you need to know about related settlements. A settlement can compensate you for medical care, lost income, and other damages you need because of your health condition. An attorney can explain everything you need to know about settlements, including the value of a fair settlement in your case. This is just […]
Is Mesothelioma Curable?
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that is primarily due to asbestos exposure. A diagnosis of this cancer can be devastating emotionally, physically, and financially, because while medical science has identified some treatments, it has yet to find a cure for this fatal condition. Talk to a doctor to understand the complexities […]
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 […]
What Is the Risk of Mesothelioma from Asbestos Exposure in Schools?
The risk of mesothelioma from asbestos exposure in schools is a concern, but the risk varies depending on the extent of asbestos present, its condition, and how it’s managed. For decades, insulation and fire protection used asbestos. In older buildings, like many schools, asbestos poses a hidden danger. Asbestos, when disturbed or deteriorating, can release […]
What Is the Prognosis of Mesothelioma Lung Cancer?
The prognosis of mesothelioma lung cancer depends on the specific type of cancer diagnosed. Mesothelioma is medically different from lung cancer. Both mesothelioma and lung cancer can result from asbestos exposure, but only one type of mesothelioma – pleural mesothelioma – affects the lining of the lungs and chest cavity. Mesothelioma cancer develops in the […]
Honoring Mesothelioma Awareness Day: What it Means to Vogelzang Law
Every year on September 26, the cancer community recognizes and honors Mesothelioma Awareness Day. It was founded by the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation in 2004 with the express purpose of bringing more awareness and visibility to those dealing with mesothelioma. In 2010, Congress officially declared September 26 as National Mesothelioma Awareness Day. How Can I […]
How Much Asbestos Exposure Causes Mesothelioma?
The federal government has set limits on the use of asbestos in the workplace due to the serious health risks it poses. However, researchers say no level of asbestos exposure is safe. Asbestos, a fibrous mineral once widely used commercially in construction and insulating materials, is a known human carcinogen according to the U.S. Department […]