Asbestos has been utilized as a fire-retardant material for many years. Asbestos has flexible fibers that can withstand heat, corrosion and electricity. In the past, asbestos was present in a wide range of building materials, such as insulation, tiles, wallpaper and...
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Another judge halts Johnson & Johnson talc bankruptcy efforts
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is a major company that has dominated the health and beauty industries for decades. The company's brands are well known. Some of them have recently come under scrutiny because of their association with certain health issues. A...
Is mesothelioma only found in the lungs?
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer caused by asbestos. It is often referred to as a medical issue that impacts a person’s lungs. Some of the symptoms can include things like chest pain or trouble breathing. It is true that mesothelioma can develop this way, but it is...
Why are some workers disproportionately affected by mesothelioma?
Asbestos has been widely used in products for decades. It is inexpensive and fire-resistant, and the fibers are incredibly strong. However, it is also dangerous and can cause mesothelioma. Despite these risks, companies used asbestos in various materials, contributing...
Did you know there is more than one type of pleural mesothelioma?
You know mesothelioma is a rare (but aggressive) cancer that develops in the mesothelium, which is an internal tissue lining the chest cavity, abdomen and heart. You probably also know that scientists and medical researchers continue searching for a way to cure...
Why don’t more young people get mesothelioma?
If you look at the statistics regarding who has mesothelioma, it’s clear that this is a disease that develops more often in older people. Many of them are elderly, retired or at least adults who are beyond middle age. This isn’t a disease that often impacts younger...
New mesothelioma diagnosis rates
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the lining that covers the outer surface of the lungs, heart, stomach and other organs. Pleural mesothelioma, which develops on the lining that covers the lungs and chest, is the most common type of mesothelioma....
Chemical company changes stance on asbestos ban
Throughout the 1960-'70s and even into the '80s, asbestos was widely used in both residential and industrial settings. However, use of this material was not without controversy. Even in the 1960s, scientists argued that the use of asbestos was dangerous as breathing...
Weinstein Caggiano thanks our veterans
Independence day is a time to reflect and champion freedom for all. It is also an opportunity to give thanks to our brave veterans and those currently serving in the US military who have helped protect our freedoms. At Weinstein Caggiano, we are honored to have helped...
Johnson & Johnson is facing new trial over sham bankruptcy strategy
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is one of the best-known brand names in the health and beauty industry. For decades, J&J has provided consumer goods and also medical supplies directly to hospitals and other care providers. People have come to trust the J&J...