I had a chance to attend the Perrin National Asbestos Litigation Conference in San Francisco for two days. Lawyers from the plaintiff and defense bar, as
We are proud to present the brand new shirt and medal designs for the fourth annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K! “With this being our
This is for all my men battling cancer―those guys who do not want to show they are scared or in pain. Those beautiful, amazing men
We are gearing up for the 4th annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice (MRFJ), and we could not be more excited! As part of our excitement,
For millions of Americans dealing with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Zantac (ranitidine) was a familiar medication prescribed by doctors to alleviate their symptoms. But in
As an attorney representing people with cancer due to asbestos exposure (primarily mesothelioma), I have seen families face stage IV cancer in an up-close and
Triage Cancer offers a series of animated videos that explain important topics for individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers. The videos are each about
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), lung cancer is the second most common cancer in men and women, not including skin cancer. This year,
For the very first time, on March 8, I will be celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) with gusto. As a card-carrying feminist, it would seem
Where you live matters. Depending on which state you live in, your state laws may provide additional protections and benefits for individuals diagnosed with cancer
Editor’s note: Shortly after publishing this article, Joe Hesse withdrew from the LLS Man and Woman of the Year Campaign. We wish him the best
Cancer is expensive. The financial burden of a cancer diagnosis is often referred to as financial toxicity. A cancer diagnosis can impact a person’s ability
His children would say he always had a bit of a cough, though it was nothing too serious. When James Battreall was diagnosed with acute
“What I enjoy about this field is that these patients’ needs are extremely challenging,” says Dr. Robert Taylor Ripley. “They have big problems and need
Caregiving can be rather unique, as most caregivers are not given time to prepare for what the role will entail. According to a 2015 survey
The loss of her aunt and uncle converged upon Victoria Bennett, an award-winning poet, author, and founder of the Wild Woman Press in the U.K., pushing her
It was December 21, 2005, when life changed for Cameron Von St. James. On that day, 15 years ago, he found out that his wife,
Nicholas J. Vogelzang, M.D., FASCO, FACP, is part of Comprehensive Cancer’s medical oncology team that provides world-class cancer care in a supportive and caring environment.
Honor, courage, and leadership are a few of the principles that Army Col. Doug Thomas lives by. He puts his family first, approaches life with
In July, a working group of 41 prestigious patient advocacy organizations, professional societies, pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies, and laboratories, provided recommendations to fellow healthcare officials
In August 2018, the world shifted for Kris Wright, his wife, Shanna Jo Wright, and his closest family members. Their parents and children joined the
Standard-of-care treatment for malignant mesothelioma could change significantly depending upon the results of an upcoming clinical trial of two immunotherapy agents used in combination with
You probably don’t think about asbestos exposure very often. The EPA banned its use in 1989, and after all the news articles about how asbestos
Five years ago, Jennifer Morrice was lying on her bed in disbelief. The day before, she was diagnosed with stage three lung cancer at the
Bayer will pay more than $10 billion to resolve thousands of lawsuits regarding claims that its herbicide Roundup causes cancer, the company announced Wednesday. Monsanto, which
A Missouri appeals court ordered Johnson & Johnson and a subsidiary to pay $2.1 billion in damages to women who blamed their ovarian cancers on
In May, Optune Lua became the first FDA-approved Tumor Treating Fields device designed for use with standard dual-drug chemotherapy for patients diagnosed with inoperable malignant
The COVID-19 pandemic will have a long-term impact on healthcare, and that includes leaning more heavily than ever before on telehealth. Especially for mesothelioma and
It’s 8 a.m. in London, and there’s a brisk chill in the springtime air. Rachel Thomas, a lung cancer and mesothelioma clinical nurse specialist at
Hundreds of thousands of Americans have been deeply affected by the devastating COVID-19 pandemic. Medical centers nationwide are flooded with hundreds of incoming patients at
The first confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) were reported in Wuhan, China, in late December. Since then, the unpredictable virus has spread quickly
Whether you or a loved one has become sick due to mesothelioma, it is important to know all available resources. From commonly and well-known resources,
Just a few weeks ago, Walmart, CVS, and Rite Aid took Johnson and Johnson baby powder off their shelves due to the FDA finding sub-trace
Issue seven is our women’s issue, and it is an honor for me to talk about the amazing women who are battling cancer every day.
The second annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K was a huge success this year with more participants, raffle prizes, vendors, and money raised! The race
Heather Von St. James just turned 50 but the last 14 years have been a whirlwind. When Heather was 36, she got a devastating and
In a recent interview with the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation or MARF, Dr. Harbut discusses his new research project which seeks to identify markers for
Vogelzang Law is proud to announce that Sadie Grunewald has joined the firm as an associate. Ms. Grunewald initially joined the Vogelzang Law team as
When it comes to asbestos safety, the material’s nature is important to consider. Asbestos is a friable material, which means that it is easily turned
The team’s community impact continues to ripple outward as the Chicago Wolves near the end of an exciting 2018-2019 season. Vogelzang Law was proud to
When it comes to asbestos litigation, it is crucial to work with a firm that has extensive knowledge of the industry. Chicago’s Vogelzang Law is
Asbestos law has a long history in the United States and worldwide. Litigation related to asbestos exposure has been happening for decades across the world.
On May 1, the American Lung Association will honor three women who are both mothers and leaders in their industries at the first-ever Chicago Outstanding
This year, Vogelzang Law was honored to attend the International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma hosted by the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation. At the symposium this
WHO ARE CAREGIVERS? It can be extremely hard to face a mesothelioma diagnosis alone. Fortunately, many patients facing a cancer diagnosis can lean on their
During my first day at Vogelzang Law, I met with each member of the legal team to get a better idea of the firm’s goals
Asbestos is most commonly linked to mesothelioma, an aggressive disease. However, the mineral is also linked to a variety of other lung diseases. Exposure to
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. We spoke with American Lung Association Executive Director Kristen Young about the ALA’s exciting lung health initiatives and the
It started out as most things do, with an idea to raise money for a charity that is near and dear to Vogelzang Law, the
Q: What are the symptoms of mesothelioma? A: Mesothelioma is a disease that comes in many shapes and sizes, and you have to be vigilant. I remember
The first annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K was a great success with over 100 participants including runners, walkers, supporters, and volunteers joining the fight
Vogelzang Law is excited to join the Associate Board of Gilda’s Club Chicago at the annual Night of a Thousand Noogies. Famous Chicagoans and the cast
Q: Hello Dr. Vogelzang! My father was recently diagnosed with mesothelioma and was told he was not the “right candidate” to undergo surgery. However, my uncle
September has arrived and with it, the first annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K. The race will be held on Saturday, September 22 at the Lake
Vogelzang Law’s first annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K kicks off on September 22 at the Lake County Forest Preserve Half Day in Vernon Hills.
Now more than ever, people all over the country are turning to holistic practices to supplement more traditional medical treatments. The benefits of these practices
This fall, Vogelzang Law will present the first annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5k. Proceeds from the 2018 race will benefit the Mesothelioma Applied Research
Dr. Nicholas Vogelzang, long respected for his groundbreaking work in mesothelioma treatment, was inducted to the Giants of Cancer Care® in a special ceremony at
A world-renowned oncologist, Dr. Nicholas Vogelzang, speaks about what the Giants of Cancer Care 2018 induction means to him, the next step in his career
From April 13-15, the 2018 Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization’s 14th annual conference put asbestos education first in Washington, D.C. The conference welcomed over 100 medical,
Thoughts from Lead Counsel, Nicholas Vogelzang With summer fast approaching, we are celebrating two major victories for families we represent that were wrapped up in
WHAT IS TALC? Talcum powder, commonly known as talc, is a familiar substance in most households; the white, powdery mineral known as the softest material
Chicago, IL (April 2, 2018) – Vogelzang Law, a Chicago-based personal injury law firm dedicated to representing victims of mesothelioma throughout the US, will host
Christian F. Hagn, Jr. from Chicago wishes he had known more about asbestos before he abruptly lost his 66-year-old father, Christian A. Hagn, Sr. (1938-2004),
Manufacturers and factory owners have known the dangers of exposure since the early 1900s, but the asbestos industry continues to flourish more than a century
A Cook County Court will see a case against a North Dakota company, thanks to a momentous order by Honorable Judge Clare E. McWilliams granting
Chicago, IL, February 23 at the Daley Center – Vogelzang Law celebrated yet another victory last week. Attorney Wyatt J. Berkover from Vogelzang Law represents
Asbestos is a dangerous group of fibrous minerals that have historically been used in many different industries. The use of asbestos materials in construction can
Immunotherapy is a treatment that uses a cancer patient’s immune system to combat the spread of cancer. Immunotherapy regimens work in several different ways, including
Doll Factories: A New Source of Mesothelioma in Women Women and children who live in close proximity to mesothelioma workers have always been at heightened
This was my third social, at my third hospital, and I had the same great experience. This time I went to Illinois Masonic. This hospital
My name is Mirela Stefanescu. This was my fifth social to attend and I now I feel like an old pro. The Kellogg Cancer Center
My name is Mirela Stefanescu and I live in Lakeview, and I do PR for Vogelzang Law, an amazing law firm in the city at
A recent article by the Las Vegas Review-Journal detailed the close relationship Dr. Vogelzang shares with his patients at the Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada
The top job killer in Canada is asbestos exposure. This comes from the Association of Workers’ Compensation Boards of Canada. Asbestos was the cause of death for
On December 1, 2016, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) listed asbestos as one of the 10 high-risk chemicals evaluated and regulated under the Lautenberg Act. What
Attorney Nicholas Vogelzang settled yet another mesothelioma case for an undisclosed high dollar amount on November 8, 2016, at the Daley Center in Cook County. His
WASHINGTON – Federal regulators have levied fines totaling $170,000 against the U.S. Steel Corporation for exposing workers to asbestos at the company’s Coke Works facility
A clinical study of malignant pleural mesothelioma patients treated with investigational cancer vaccine CRS-207 at University of Chicago Medical Center, UCSF’s cancer center, the Moffitt
Illinois courts have general jurisdiction over Ford Motor Company, according to Judge Stobbs of the Third Judicial Circuit. Irene Jeffs, the surviving spouse of Dale