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Yes, when an adult develops malignant mesothelioma in Louisiana, it is assumed to be caused by asbestos exposure. There have been cases where young children have developed mesothelioma of unknown origin, but it is well established that the disease course in adults is caused by small fibers of asbestos that have been inhaled or accidentally […]
Exposure to asbestos has been linked to a variety of a diseases, including a dangerous form of cancer, mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is not the only cancer that asbestos can cause, or contribute to, but mesothelioma is a particularly difficult to treat cancer, and one whose long term prognosis is particularly poor. Because mesothelioma is understood to […]
Hiring A Lawyer To File A Mesothelioma Claim With The VA The VA serves America’s veterans, providing specialized healthcare and retirement benefits to those who’ve sacrificed so much for the country. One of these benefits is a dedicated monetary benefit for veterans who experienced asbestos exposure while in the service and have developed mesothelioma as a result. […]
If you have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer or mesothelioma in the last year after using Johnson and Johnson Talcum Baby Powder products, the Gertler Law Firm will help you obtain financial compensation. It is official: Johnson and Johnson’s famous Talcum Powder and another one of their products, Shower to Shower, have both been connected […]
Preparing Clients For Settlement Negotiations When I prepare my clients for the negotiation table, I always try to have a straightforward conversation about the actual value of their case pursuant to the facts and law. As legal professionals, we gauge this value by examining past court rulings and jury awards for comparable injuries. It’s vital […]
Liability In A Defective Product Injury Claim In the majority of product liability cases, and injured person would typically pursue legal action against the manufacturer of the product. There are also situations where you can also pursue a legal action against the seller of the product. However, in Louisiana, doing this requires demonstrating that the […]
Pressure cookers are already one of the most dangerous items in any kitchen. The combination of intense pressure and high heat is a recipe for excellent rice…or devastating burns. When there is a default in the actual cooker, though, that means the blame for the accident and injuries falls squarely on the manufacturer, and they […]
Louisiana first banned texting while driving in 2008 and has since taken additional steps to strengthen that ban. While this may seem a logical step in keeping our roads safer, New Orleans drivers should be aware that a study by the Highway Loss Data Institute calls into question the effectiveness of such bans. The Highway […]
The outcome of all New Orleans personal injury lawsuits will ultimately be determined by the evidence available, including the evidence of the degree of injury caused by the accident. While you may have been badly hurt, your case will have serious challenges if you do not have the medical evidence needed to corroborate the injury. […]
Yes, there is a link between veterans of all branches of the armed forces and mesothelioma, here in New Orleans, Louisiana and across the country as well. Because asbestos is so resistant to heat and such an excellent fireproofing material, the military came to rely on it in a wide array of applications – from tanks and […]
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