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Difficulties with Proving Asbestos Exposure
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on July 31, 2019The key to any mesothelioma claim is proving you or your loved one was exposed to asbestos at some point in the past. Unfortunately, this can be very difficult because mesothelioma often does not cause symptoms until decades after you were exposed. You or your loved one may have bounced around between jobs at different […]
Read moreAsbestos Found in Children’s Makeup Products
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on July 25, 2019The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed asbestos contamination in children’s makeup products in popular brands like Claire’s and Justice. Below, our firm discusses the dangers of asbestos and how you can protect your child from being exposed to these dangerous products. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related […]
Read moreAsbestos Exposure Risks for Firefighters
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on June 14, 2019Firefighters are widely praised for the work they do in responding to emergencies. While others run out of burning buildings, they run in to save lives. This heroism is not without its risks, including the risk of being exposed to asbestos, the mineral that causes life-threatening diseases like lung cancer and mesothelioma. If you have […]
Read moreRisk Factors for Asbestos Exposure for Carpenters
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on May 14, 2019Carpenters mainly work with wood and finish products, which might make you wonder how they can be exposed to asbestos. While they may not work directly with materials that contain asbestos, they may work next to others who did, which means they could have easily breathed in these fibers. If you or a loved one […]
Read moreAre Welders at Risk for Asbestos Exposure?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on March 28, 2019Welders work on a variety of projects – whenever pieces of metal need to be joined together, you need a welder. The problem for many welders, particularly in years past, is they were at high-risk for exposure to asbestos, which can cause severe health problems, like lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis. For many years, welding […]
Read moreDoes Maryland’s Workers’ Compensation System Cover Mesothelioma?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on March 11, 2019Many people who developed mesothelioma or other asbestos-linked diseases were exposed to asbestos at their job. They may have worked with asbestos-containing materials or been close to others who did and breathed in asbestos fibers that became airborne. (A large majority of mesothelioma cases are related to asbestos exposure.) The fact that exposure often occurs […]
Read moreDo You Believe in any of These Myths about Asbestos?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on February 18, 2019People believe a lot of myths and have various misconceptions about asbestos, the mineral that causes mesothelioma and other serious illnesses. Believing these things could prevent you from seeking treatment or exploring legal options when you discover you have an asbestos-related disease. If you or a loved one suffered an injury through exposure to asbestos, […]
Read moreWhat are the Effects of Mesothelioma Treatment?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on January 10, 2019When someone is diagnosed with mesothelioma and there are treatment options, there can be a variety of serious, debilitating side effects from these treatments. Below, you can learn more about the side effects you can expect from different types of treatments for this disease. Our Maryland mesothelioma attorneys are committed to helping you recover the […]
Read moreWhat Is the Value of My Mesothelioma Claim?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on December 10, 2018Mesothelioma not only affects you physically, there are financial and emotional effects as well, from the cost of treatment to the stress and anxiety you experience after learning of your diagnosis. This is why the law allows you to pursue compensation by filing a lawsuit or a claim with an asbestos trust fund. Below, learn […]
Read moreWhat Is the Process for Diagnosing Mesothelioma?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on November 15, 2018Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer. It occurs in the thin layer of tissue that covers most of a person’s internal organs. One of the biggest problems with this disease is that it is often diagnosed after it has spread. This limits treatment options and puts patients’ lives in jeopardy. Below, learn […]
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