Asbestos exposure is not just a workplace issue. Many families have been harmed by contact with asbestos in homes, schools, or through loved ones who unknowingly brought fibers home on their clothes. These types of exposure, called secondary or environmental, can still cause serious diseases like mesothelioma and lung cancer. Fortunately, the law offers ways […]
Asbestos exposure is already a serious health risk. But in parts of Louisiana, where industrial pollution is common, it may not be the only one. A growing number of studies show that tiny air particles known as PM2.5 can make asbestos-related conditions worse. These particles are part of the pollution tied to climate change, and […]
Veterans who served on military bases across the U.S., including here in Louisiana, were often exposed to asbestos without knowing it. Years later, some develop mesothelioma or other serious diseases tied directly to that exposure. However, when they try to file a legal claim, many run into the Feres doctrine, a rule that blocks lawsuits […]
Asbestos-related illnesses are still a major issue, even though the U.S. has banned most uses of asbestos. The problem is that many products that contain asbestos are still being imported from countries like Russia and China. U.S. courts have limited the use of the Alien Tort Statute (ATS) against foreign corporations, making it challenging to […]
For years, the common notion has been that you can only be exposed to asbestos if you worked in a factory, a construction site, or a shipyard. However, new studies have debunked this notion, with evidence showing that consumers using everyday products, such as talcum powder, have also been exposed. Some of these consumers are […]
Most mesothelioma lawsuits focus on workplace asbestos exposure. Many workers in construction, manufacturing, and shipbuilding spent years inhaling asbestos fibers, often without knowing the risks. However, asbestos exposure isn’t limited to job sites. You can file a lawsuit against product manufacturers, landlords, and secondhand exposure sources. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed […]
Asbestos started off as a “magical material” for construction, shipbuilding, and industrial jobs. However, years of working with the material proved costly. Many workers spent years inhaling asbestos fibers without knowing the associated risks. Today, diseases like mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis are common among those exposed on the job. Government agencies like OSHA (Occupational […]
At Pourciau Law Firm, we are dedicated exclusively to representing Louisiana families affected by asbestos exposure, particularly in mesothelioma cases. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team is committed to fighting for justice and securing the compensation our clients deserve. As Louisiana’s asbestos laws evolve, we stay at the forefront, ensuring that victims […]
Asbestos was a material that was habitually used in the 1950s in construction and manufacturing industries. People who worked in these industries were often exposed to asbestos through the inhalation of fiber and dust particles. It was later discovered that asbestos inhalation was the main cause of mesothelioma. Recently, new legal rulings have started to change how […]
Victims who suffer health issues as a result of being exposed to asbestos by their employer have valid claims against that employer or any other party, such as the product manufacturer. Unfortunately, many victims can lose out on their rightful compensation due to state-specific statutes of repose on asbestos exposure litigation. Let’s explore how these […]