The U.S. Navy used large amounts of asbestos in ships and shipyards for fireproofing and durability. The Navy used more asbestos than any other branch, and that asbestos is the only known cause of mesothelioma. For much of the 20th century, sailors worked and lived in ships lined with asbestos insulation, valves, and gaskets. Manufacturers hid […]
Month: October 2025
Louisiana’s One-Year Deadline: Filing Your Mesothelioma or Asbestos Claim Before Time Runs Out
In the state of Louisiana, there are specific timetable limits for filing tort claims, referred to as prescriptive periods. The Louisiana Legislature just extended the prescriptive period for delictual actions (torts) to two years; however, special rules still apply for asbestos-related disease. For patients diagnosed with mesothelioma pursuing personal injury claims, the patient must file […]