Mesothelioma News

Medical Expenses for Treating Mesothelioma

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Jul 18, 2018

People often assume it will be expensive to treat mesothelioma, but they often do not have a full understanding of just how much it will cost. This is why you should contact an attorney if you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma. There is a chance…

Benefits of Having a Mesothelioma Lawyer

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Jul 10, 2018

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that many people develop after being exposed to asbestos. This harmful mineral was commonly used in a variety of industries for decades, putting workers at risk of being exposed while simply doing their…

Smoking and Asbestos Exposure Could Increase Risk of Lung Cancer

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Jun 13, 2018

If you were exposed to asbestos, you may have an increased risk of developing lung cancer, mesothelioma or another asbestos-linked disease. However, you may be wondering if you have an even higher risk if you smoke cigarettes. Recent research shows that…

How to Obtain Compensation from an Asbestos Trust Fund

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Jun 06, 2018

A common way to obtain compensation for asbestos-linked mesothelioma is by filing a claim with an asbestos trust fund. Victims of on-the-job asbestos exposure have received billions from asbestos trust funds since these funds were created. However, the…

Why Asbestos Exposure is Dangerous

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos May 24, 2018

Exposure to the mineral asbestos can be extremely dangerous because it can cause life-threatening health problems like mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer. Unfortunately, this mineral was used in many different products and industries, which means…