In the aftermath of a mesothelioma diagnosis, many patients are left feeling lost and fearful of what they’re facing. That fear is often compounded by articles full of misinformation on mesothelioma, including promises of cures. It’s of the utmost importance to know where to look for legitimate sources of information on mesothelioma and asbestos, and [...]
Both mesothelioma settlements and verdicts are possible outcomes of a mesothelioma lawsuit, but what’s the difference between them? In the most basic terms, a mesothelioma settlement is an agreement between an asbestos victim and the company they’re pressing charges against, typically to end a lawsuit before or during the trial. Meanwhile, a mesothelioma verdict is [...]
Mesothelioma is infamously aggressive, in part because it’s typically diagnosed late in the course of the disease. This unfortunately leaves few treatment options for those with advanced cases. However, new surgical techniques may provide a way to extend life expectancy for mesothelioma patients. Recent studies have shown that surgical removal of tumors can improve overall [...]
According to a new report, Dr. Michele Carbone – an authority on the BAP1 genetic mutation that plays a role in the development of mesothelioma – has found that some carriers of the BAP1 mutation have a much better prognosis. Some are even cured, according to his research. This breakthrough provides new hope for mesothelioma [...]
According to a new report from the CDC, mesothelioma deaths among women are on the rise. In 1999, 489 women died from mesothelioma (as noted on their death certificates). By 2020 this number rose to 614, with peaks even higher in 2017 and 2019. At the same time, the age-adjusted death rate for women dropped [...]
Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a rule to finally ban asbestos. Chrysotile asbestos is the last type of asbestos in use in the United States. The proposed rule would ban the manufacturing, processing, distribution, commercial use, and import of chrysotile asbestos. The most significant use of this form of asbestos is in the manufacturing [...]
This past February, renowned film director, special effects supervisor, and inventor Douglass Trumbull passed away from complications of mesothelioma. He contributed or was responsible for the special effects of films like 2001: A Space Odyssey, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Blade Runner, and Star Trek: The Motion Picture; he also directed the movies Silent [...]
The attorneys of Landry & Swarr are appealing to people in Louisiana diagnosed with mesothelioma. Please contact us at (504) 299-1214 to discuss financial compensation, particularly Navy Veterans and shipyard workers. Those diagnosed with mesothelioma should understand the process of monetary compensation for this rare cancer. Chemical plants and oil refineries are not the only [...]
A small victory occurred when a Louisiana court allowed a worker diagnosed with mesothelioma to continue a negligence claim against his former employer. Sentilles v. Pelnor LLC: What Constitutes Coverage for Mesothelioma? In late 2020, Robert Stephen Sentilles was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma. Soon after. Sentilles filed a suit against several defendants he blames for [...]
Did you know that approximately 30-50% of all cancer cases are preventable?! This is why early prevention, detection, and pre screenings are so important. It is more important for those people who are already at high risk. During National Lung Cancer Prevention month, we are focusing on bringing awareness to this disease by sharing how [...]
