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Asbestos litigation isn’t just a local issue. Instead, it’s one that some companies face across a wide geographic range that can include multiple states and jurisdictions. This can create layers of complexity for companies that are facing claims that are tied to...
Any asbestos or mesothelioma case raises tough technical questions. Expert witnesses explain the science in a way courts and juries can understand. Who qualifies and why it matters An expert is a trained professional who gives opinions to help a judge or jury...
A single lawsuit can surface decades after alleged asbestos exposure. By then, records may have faded. Key witnesses may have moved on. For companies, these claims can feel impossible to fight. But one powerful legal tool can stop a case before it ever reaches trial:...
Asbestos exposure can lead to some individuals being diagnosed with mesothelioma. This is a fatal condition that often doesn’t become evident for many years after the exposure. Individuals who have this diagnosis often make legal claims to help offset their financial...
When an employee is diagnosed with work-related mesothelioma, this situation can result in significant legal, financial and operational implications for the business that allegedly exposed the worker to asbestos. Mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer linked to...
As a business owner, one potential issue you could face is mesothelioma claims from former employees. This could happen if they were exposed to asbestos on the job. We have recently discussed the impact that this could have on your company and the steps you need to...
Asbestos liabilities can affect companies, especially during mergers and acquisitions. The risk of more claims means companies need to investigate thoroughly and plan carefully to reduce risks and costs. Understanding these factors helps create a plan to manage claims...
If you’re a business owner, you strive to provide a safe and healthy environment for your employees. However, no matter how hard you try, some hazards can escape your vigilance. Unfortunately, it can take one mishap to tarnish your hard-earned reputation. ...
When facing an asbestos-related claim, one of the complex challenges that businesses may encounter is the issue of a victim's exposure to asbestos from multiple sources. This multifaceted exposure can significantly influence the defense strategy of a business...
If there is a known asbestos risk, personal protection equipment (PPE) can help to keep employees safe. For instance, this PPE is often used by employees who do home renovations, demolitions or other such projects. They know that they could be exposed to asbestos in...