Our armed forces are undisputedly our national heroes. We owe a lot to these brave men and women for the sacrifices they have made for us. By putting their lives on line, they ensure our safety. In times of war, we sit in the comfort of our homes while our armed forces battle in the… Read More »
GM’s Liability for Mesothelioma Claims, Much More than Original EstimateDecember 3, 2010 In an attempt to decipher the extent of liability General Motors Corp will be under with mesothelioma claims, creditors sought out and received information from the company and other entities. This information was obtained with permission from U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Robert Gerber, in… Read More »
Mesothelioma symptoms show up decades after the initial exposure to asbestos occurs, which is the cause of mesothelioma. The cancerous growth can affect the protective lining of the lungs, heart, and abdomen, with the lungs being the most common. The disease can take 20 years to 50 years to manifest recognizable symptoms, so it is… Read More »
Asbestos was used in a vast array of products until the 1980s, prior to which, very few companies knew about its dangers. One of the most common causes of mesothelioma is regular exposure to asbestos. It is a cancer that attacks the protective lining of the lungs, abdomen or the heart. The United States military… Read More »