MORE THAN 50 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE FIGHTING FOR ASBESTOS VICTIMS IN LOUISIANA
It’s often stated that cancer is the number two cause of death in the United States. It trails just behind heart disease, which leads to complications like strokes and heart attacks. But the problem with saying something like this is that “cancer” covers a lot of…
Jobs that expose you to dangerous asbestos fibers usually pay well to compensate you for hazardous work conditions. Your employer must also provide adequate personal protective equipment (PPE) to shield you from asbestos-related diseases. Unfortunately, not all PPE is…
For most people, a mesothelioma diagnosis seems to come from nowhere with few warning signs. Many victims fail to notice early indicators of the illness, like unexplained fever, loss of appetite and fatigue. Because mesothelioma remains incurable, patients worry about…
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that can be caused by asbestos. It typically manifests itself in the lungs and the chest cavity, or sometimes in the abdomen. It begins in the tissues that surround some of these organs. The reason that it starts is simply that a…
With the risks of asbestos being as well-known as they are today, at least in the United States, it is often typical for Americans to assume that asbestos is no longer being mined. And, in the U.S. itself, that is true. The last mines were closed down in the early…
Mesothelioma risk often stems from someone’s professional employment. Certain industries have a known association with the increased potential of asbestos exposure on the job and therefore the possibility of developing mesothelioma. Auto mechanics, professionals that…
Most people who suffer from mesothelioma are men. That’s because it’s typically the result of regular exposure to asbestos over time. People who worked in construction, manufacturing, shipyards and auto repair used to be exposed to high levels with little, if any,…
People who are suffering from malignant mesothelioma may derive some benefit from chemotherapy. Chemo is known for being a particularly harsh and often unpleasant cancer treatment. That’s because it attacks and destroys cancer cells. Sometimes, doctors will prescribe…
For years, people have been exposed to asbestos. Once considered the best fire retardant material, it is now a health concern for millions who’re exposed every year. Over the years, manufacturers have reduced their use of asbestos and laws have restricted its use….
Asbestos exposure can lead to cancer, mesothelioma, asbestosis and many other diseases that can destroy the body. Treating asbestos often requires extreme treatments. Your job, however, may involve heavy exposure which requires you to wear tons of protective gear –…