Legislation & Litigation - Page 8
Mesothelioma Case Illustrates Why Jurors Should Leave Bias Out of Courtroom
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Dec 29, 2011
A friend gave me a nice poster a couple of years ago. I'm embarrassed to say I stored it during a move and forgot to find a new place to hang it. Serving on jury duty recently reminded me about the…
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8 Government Agencies That Deal With Asbestos
- by Ben Leer
- Legislation & Litigation
- Dec 2, 2011
Several government agencies provide unique services and duties to the American public. Some are more involved than others when it comes to regulating asbestos. While the Environmental Protection…
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Not All Asbestos Lawsuit Settlements Are Private
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Nov 28, 2011
Many asbestos lawsuits settle out of court. This is a fact of the asbestos litigation business. Like court awards, settlement amounts differ from case to case. Some are better than others. Unlike…
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Doing Some Legal Planning Can Bring Holiday Peace of Mind
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Nov 15, 2011
The holiday season is just around the corner. It can be a bittersweet time if you or a loved one is dealing with a malignant disease. It's often difficult to enjoy family festivities when you're worried…
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When It Comes to Mesothelioma Cases, Look for Expert Assistance
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Nov 4, 2011
One goal of a mesothelioma attorney is to help you identify witnesses for your case, should you decide to file a claim related to your asbestos exposure. Witnesses can include friends and acquaintances,…
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Understanding (and Signing) the Mesothelioma Attorney-Client Agreement
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Oct 27, 2011
In an earlier post we discussed how communication is vital to the attorney-client relationship. Once you've selected a qualified attorney who communicates clearly with you and makes you feel comfortable,…
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9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Opens for Registration
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Oct 18, 2011
Our nation recently marked the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks by honoring the fallen. We also revisited one of the most recognized images from that day: a toxic dust cloud, one that…
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U.S. Insurers Report Increase in Asbestos Claims
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Sep 26, 2011
According to recent reports from some of the largest U.S. insurers, asbestos claims are on the rise. You may be surprised to hear that insurance companies actually study asbestos-related issues.…
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Proposed Asbestos Legislation Should Require Voice of Mesothelioma Patients, Loved Ones
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Sep 15, 2011
Lately I've spent a lot of time looking at trends in asbestos litigation and legislation. Apparently, I'm not the only person in Washington, D.C., who has focused on these…
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Handling Asbestos Safely: It’s Not Just Good Sense, It’s the Law
- by Karen Marshall
- Legislation & Litigation
- Sep 7, 2011
Recently, the northeastern United States experienced both an earthquake and a hurricane. These events occurred days after a California court issued a reminder about the environmental dangers of asbestos…
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