Archives for April 2016

Asbestos-related cancers can be difficult for doctors to detect, because symptoms can be subtle for a long period of time. For instance, a persistent cough may be indistinguishable from normal allergy symptoms, and a routine doctor’s visit might result in a prescription for a stronger antihistamine drug. If you are experiencing symptoms you believe may […]

There is help for people in Louisiana who develop cancer related to asbestos exposure. From outstanding cancer treatment centers to financial support from sources like asbestos trust funds and the Veterans Administration, residents of our state who are diagnosed with mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases have access to a variety of sources of help in their fight […]

Age does play a role in survival rates for mesothelioma in New Orleans. While no one should draw individual conclusions from statistical data based on large groups, it is true that individuals who are diagnosed with mesothelioma before the age of 50 have a considerably better chance at surviving the first year after diagnosis (approximately 50) than […]

Cigarette smoking does not cause or contribute to mesothelioma. Smoking is usually the main cause of lung cancer, not mesothelioma. However, if you do smoke it’s imperative that you quit if you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma. Smoking while being treated for mesothelioma may increase your risk of complications. If you reside in Louisiana and […]

You may be entitled to compensation for injuries if you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma. Exposure to asbestos is the only cause of mesothelioma. Companies that exposed you to asbestos owe you compensation for your illness. Keep in mind that every case is unique and will have to be evaluated based on exposure history. If […]

There are a number of factors that play into how doctors estimate a prognosis when a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma, but you should keep in mind that any prognosis is a doctor’s best guess. Your body is unique, and how you respond to mesothelioma treatments may differ dramatically from what your doctors expect. Don’t treat […]

Louisiana companies usually create mesothelioma trust funds as a feature of a bankruptcy reorganization, and they are intended to provide compensation to injured employees, former employees, and their families, in lieu of future litigation. Eligibility will vary slightly between companies (and with the Veterans Administration) but in general, claims can only be made on mesothelioma trust funds […]

Yes, you can. Many people develop mesothelioma as a result of indirect exposure. And it’s more common than you would think. In fact, we’ve represented a number on clients that never worked with, or were directly exposed to asbestos, yet had mesothelioma. If you have questions about Mesothelioma, call the Gertler Law Firm at (504) […]

Recovery amounts vary greatly in mesothelioma lawsuits. Various factors impact recovery, such as the nature of exposure, site of exposure and the amount and length of time of the victim’s pain and suffering. If you hire an experienced firm, the opportunity to secure a more favorable outcome increases significantly. If you have questions about Mesothelioma, […]