Jury awards $5.5 million to widows in mesothelioma case

A jury awarded $5.5 million to the widows of three men who passed away from the asbestos cancer, mesothelioma. The three men were employees of a rubber company in the 1950s and 1960s. While working for this company, the men were repeatedly exposed to heavy concentrations of asbestos. The jury found that the company concealed the hazardous nature of its asbestos products from employees and therefore, awarded $5.5 million in compensation to the widows.

Many workers, e.g. construction workers, mechanics, boilermakers and others are at risk of being exposed to asbestos and developing cancers such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. To learn more about jobs that involve a risk of developing mesothelioma and for a free, online case review from top mesothelioma lawyers, visit www.mesotheliomajobs.com.

Over $1 Million Won in Mesothelioma Cancer Lawsuit

It has been reported that a Texas jury awarded over $1 million to the wife of an engineer who passed away from mesothelioma earlier in 2009. The engineer had worked with asbestos-laden additives to drilling lubricants. His exposure to asbestos likely occurred when he inhaled dust from asbestos-containing cement additives that were used in a cement mixing hopper.

Many jobs involve the risk of asbestos exposure and the consequent risk of developing mesothelioma. Some workers at risk of developing mesothelioma include boilermakers, shipyard workers, carpenters and plumbers.

Workers and retired workers who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer can learn more about these illnesses and receive a free, online case review by visiting http://www.mesotheliomajobs.com/.

Mesothelioma patient tries to change Indiana law

A 76 year old mesothelioma patient met with a state legislative committee to advocate for an amendment to an Indiana law that would extend the time for people with asbestos diseases to file lawsuits against those responsible for causing asbestos exposure. Currently, Indiana law gives people with asbestos illnesses 10 years to file an asbestos lawsuit. The 10 year period starts to run from the time of exposure to asbestos. People seeking to extend the time period argue that asbestos illnesses such as asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma develop more than 10 years after exposure to asbestos. Thus, under the current Indiana law, many people with asbestos diseases can not file an asbestos lawsuit. The inability to file a lawsuit imposes a financial burden on people with asbestos diseases who spend substantial amounts of money on medical treatment.

$1.4 million awarded in mesothelioma case

It has been reported that a Tennessee jury has awarded $1.4 million to the wife of a former pipefitter who passed away from mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a cancer-causing mineral that was used in a wide range of products. Frequently, asbestos exposure occurs in the workplace. Workers at risk oi asbestos exposure include shipyard workers, construction workers, plumbers and sheet metal workers.

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Prominent Texas attorney passes away from mesothelioma

It has been reported that a prominent Texas attorney recently passed away from the asbestos cancer, mesothelioma. He was 76 years old. It is likely that he was exposed to asbestos while working as a pipefitter in the 1950s. Asbestos was frequently used as pipe insulation because it does not burn,

If you or a loved one is suffering from mesothelioma, the mesothelioma lawyers of Weitz & Luxenberg can help you by filing a lawsuit. For a free, online case review, visit www.mesotheliomajobs.com.

40 malignant mesothelioma patients sought in treatment study

Researchers at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland are seeking 40 patients with malignant mesothelioma to participate in a new treatment study. The patients must not be candidates for surgery or radiation therapy. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of a drug called Gefitinib for the treatment of mesothelioma. The trade name for Gefitinib is Iressa.

People at risk for developing mesothelioma are those who have worked with asbestos containing products. Such workers include shipyard workers, construction workers, sheet metal workers and others. Weitz & Luxenberg mesothelioma attorneys have successfully represented many workers and retired workers who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma. To find out if you or a loved one qualifies for a mesothelioma lawsuit, visit www.mesotheliomajobs.com.

Prominent Navy veteran passes away from mesothelioma

It has been reported that a Navy veteran and prominent entertainment reporter Army Archerd, passed away from mesothelioma on September 8, 2009 at the age of 87. According to doctors, his mesothelioma was caused by asbestos exposure that he experienced while serving in the Navy during World War II. He battled mesothelioma for 5 years.

As a reporter, Mr. Archerd wrote well over 10,000 colums. In addition, he was the official greeter at the Oscars for 47 years.

Many workers, such as shipyard workers, construction workers and others have been exposed to asbestos on a regular basis at their jobs. Asbestos exposure can lead to cancers such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. Workers and former workers who have been diagnosed with an asbestos cancer can get a free, online case review from the leading U.S. asbestos attorneys and mesothelioma lawyers by visiting www.mesotheliomajobs.com