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Asbestos Defense Litigation
Asbestos-related cases must be thoroughly investigated. This involves identifying asbestos lawyer-containing products and finding potential defendants. This may involve gathering information from co-workers, relatives or abatement workers and analysing documents and other material.
Cetrulo LLP served as national and Regional Defense Liaison Counsel for asbestos litigation dockets. We manage these dockets and coordinate with local attorneys to develop an efficient, cost-effective defense strategies.
Asbestos Product Identification
Asbestos can be present in a variety of building materials, such as cement products, paints, and floor tiles. It can also be found in artex, adhesives doors insulation, adhesives, and doors. It is extremely difficult to determine whether or not the material is asbestos-free based on its appearance only. A certified environmental surveyor can conduct an inspection to determine the presence of asbestos.
Asbestos fibres are thin and light, so they can travel for a long distance even through closed doors and windows. When they get into the lungs, they can trigger the development of serious health conditions. Asbestos can be dangerous when it is damaged and releases deadly fibres in the air. This is why it's important that building materials not be tampered with or removed without being properly labeled and accompanied by a professional inspection.
Due to the lengthy latency between asbestos exposure and disease, it is very difficult to obtain meaningful evidence in an asbestos lawsuit. Additionally there are a number of issues related to the admissibility of the plaintiffs' experts and their testimony regarding the causal link between asbestos exposure and diseases.
In these types of situations asbestos defense lawyers are often able to argue for summary judgment in the lack of a factual basis. For instance, suppose that plaintiff Paul was involved in a multi-vehicle accident in New York City. However, he has no information regarding the date and location of the accident, the vehicles involved, or any other facts that might support the conclusion that defendant David is liable for his injuries.
In this type of circumstance, an experienced New York mesothelioma lawyer should be in contact. They will go through all facts and documents, including any expert reports to determine if summary judgment is the best solution. New York mesothelioma law firms like Weitz & Luxenberg, Cooney & Conway and Simmons Hanly Conroy are able to assist their clients with this process. Asbestos firms who practice across the country can help their clients in filing their claims in the most appropriate jurisdiction. This could be the State of New York or a federal court located in New York City.
Asbestos Disease Identification
Asbestos is not being mined in the United States. However, it can still be found in buildings and products that were manufactured prior to 1989. These products release fibers into the air as they degrade. They can be inhaled. These fibers can cause a variety of types of lung disease.
Lung diseases that are a result of asbestos exposure include the pleural diseases (pleural plaques, thickening, and effusions) as well as mesothelioma and asbestosis. Inhaling asbestos fibers can trigger many symptoms, such as chest pain, fatigue, and breath shortness. These symptoms might not show up until decades after a person is exposed to asbestos.
All forms of asbestos, including chrysotile are carcinogenic to humans. Exposure to asbestos can cause lung cancer, larynx and ovaries. It can also trigger a type of mesothelioma in the linings found in body cavities such as the stomach, heart and tests. Mesothelioma is difficult to diagnose because it has a latent period of time and shares many symptoms with other diseases such as rheumatoid joint arthritis and sarcoidosis.
People who have worked with asbestos or have been exposed to significant environmental factors are the most at risk of developing asbestos-related ailments. This includes construction workers, boilermakers and shipyard workers. Included are railroad workers and U.S. Navy vets and those who helped clean up after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. These people may experience chest pain, coughing, and breathing difficulties.
A doctor can determine whether a patient suffers from an asbestos-related condition by reviewing the person's medical background, work history, and family history. X-rays and CT scans can help confirm an asbestos-related condition. Patients diagnosed with asbestosis must be yearly tested for pulmonary function test to monitor the condition. The test will help detect the progress of asbestosis as well as determine other health issues that can be a result of this disease. Asbestosis sufferers should get regular vaccinations to avoid other respiratory diseases such as psoriasis. The EPA offers a TSCA Hotline and an asbestos attorneys Ombudsman who can provide additional information and assistance.
Asbestos Database Development
Asbestos is one of the fibrous minerals which was often employed in industrial and construction settings due to its tough, fire retardant, and corrosion resistant properties. Inhaling asbestos particles can cause a range of medical conditions, including mesothelioma (a cancer of the lungs and other organs) as well as chronic lung diseases, and other neurological problems. These illnesses may take 30 years or longer to appear.
In many asbestos cases, there are multiple defendants and a complex discovery. This is often complicated when the asbestos products involved in a case cannot be identified. To determine the asbestos products involved the need for forensic experts in addition to various investigative tools and methods, such as interviewing former colleagues, obtaining invoices and delivery papers and taking samples at home and work. It is also important to determine the type of asbestos, whether it's amosite, crysotile or crocidolite.
We have extensive experience in defending companies in the asbestos industry which includes distributors, manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors. Our team has been National Coordinating Counsel and Trial Counsel for numerous asbestos litigation clients, and we have defended these companies in multiple jurisdictions across the country. We are also Defense liaison counsel for various asbestos dockets in these states, which we manage regional and local attorneys to ensure uniform and efficient defense strategies and results.
Our national approach in managing asbestos defense has proven efficient. In numerous instances it has cut legal costs by millions of dollars when compared to the amount companies paid to other firms. Courts across the country have recognized our unique and aggressive approach in managing asbestos cases.
We are also experienced in defending mass toxic tort suits brought against pharmaceutical companies and industrial chemicals and Petrochemicals. These lawsuits are based upon assertions that exposure to these chemicals can cause illnesses such as occupational asthma as well as restrictive and obstructive lung disorders, and other neurological disorders.
Medical Expert Witnesses
Medical expert witnesses in asbestos cases are vital in part because the signs of exposure to asbestos can be confused with other conditions like emphysema, among others of lung carcinoma. It is crucial for lawyers to have access to experts in these fields who can assist in identifying the various types of diseases and explain how each disease is caused by different kinds of exposures.
The most reliable source of this evidence is in the medical records of asbestos victims. X-rays are available and can be accessed through CT scans and biopsies. However, to get the most value from this information, it is important to have medical experts who can analyze the data and opine about the probabilities, causation, and other issues.
The medical experts involved in asbestos cases are typically well-known and have testified in dozens, or even hundreds of other cases. This reputation increases their credibility in the eyes of the jury. They have a lot of experience in preparing to be witnesses, and they know how to answer questions from defendants and how to present the information to the court.
It is crucial that experts from both the scientific and medical fields present their opinions on the various causes of asbestos disease. It is not sufficient to prove that a mesothelioma patient is in fact diagnosed. It must be shown that the asbestos victim exposed her to the carcinogen and how smoking can increase the risk of mesothelioma.
Expert witness fees can be a significant portion of the expenses associated with asbestos lawsuits cases. Therefore, it is crucial that a defense attorney be adept at identifying and choose the best expert witness for the particular case.
At Swartz Campbell, we counsel material manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, premises owners employers, employers and other defendants in asbestos cases in state and federal courts across the nation. Our team of highly experienced and dedicated attorneys is well-versed in asbestos litigation, both offensively and defensively. Contact us today to learn how our firm can assist you.
Asbestos-related cases must be thoroughly investigated. This involves identifying asbestos lawyer-containing products and finding potential defendants. This may involve gathering information from co-workers, relatives or abatement workers and analysing documents and other material.
Cetrulo LLP served as national and Regional Defense Liaison Counsel for asbestos litigation dockets. We manage these dockets and coordinate with local attorneys to develop an efficient, cost-effective defense strategies.
Asbestos Product Identification
Asbestos can be present in a variety of building materials, such as cement products, paints, and floor tiles. It can also be found in artex, adhesives doors insulation, adhesives, and doors. It is extremely difficult to determine whether or not the material is asbestos-free based on its appearance only. A certified environmental surveyor can conduct an inspection to determine the presence of asbestos.
Asbestos fibres are thin and light, so they can travel for a long distance even through closed doors and windows. When they get into the lungs, they can trigger the development of serious health conditions. Asbestos can be dangerous when it is damaged and releases deadly fibres in the air. This is why it's important that building materials not be tampered with or removed without being properly labeled and accompanied by a professional inspection.
Due to the lengthy latency between asbestos exposure and disease, it is very difficult to obtain meaningful evidence in an asbestos lawsuit. Additionally there are a number of issues related to the admissibility of the plaintiffs' experts and their testimony regarding the causal link between asbestos exposure and diseases.
In these types of situations asbestos defense lawyers are often able to argue for summary judgment in the lack of a factual basis. For instance, suppose that plaintiff Paul was involved in a multi-vehicle accident in New York City. However, he has no information regarding the date and location of the accident, the vehicles involved, or any other facts that might support the conclusion that defendant David is liable for his injuries.
In this type of circumstance, an experienced New York mesothelioma lawyer should be in contact. They will go through all facts and documents, including any expert reports to determine if summary judgment is the best solution. New York mesothelioma law firms like Weitz & Luxenberg, Cooney & Conway and Simmons Hanly Conroy are able to assist their clients with this process. Asbestos firms who practice across the country can help their clients in filing their claims in the most appropriate jurisdiction. This could be the State of New York or a federal court located in New York City.
Asbestos Disease Identification
Asbestos is not being mined in the United States. However, it can still be found in buildings and products that were manufactured prior to 1989. These products release fibers into the air as they degrade. They can be inhaled. These fibers can cause a variety of types of lung disease.
Lung diseases that are a result of asbestos exposure include the pleural diseases (pleural plaques, thickening, and effusions) as well as mesothelioma and asbestosis. Inhaling asbestos fibers can trigger many symptoms, such as chest pain, fatigue, and breath shortness. These symptoms might not show up until decades after a person is exposed to asbestos.
All forms of asbestos, including chrysotile are carcinogenic to humans. Exposure to asbestos can cause lung cancer, larynx and ovaries. It can also trigger a type of mesothelioma in the linings found in body cavities such as the stomach, heart and tests. Mesothelioma is difficult to diagnose because it has a latent period of time and shares many symptoms with other diseases such as rheumatoid joint arthritis and sarcoidosis.
People who have worked with asbestos or have been exposed to significant environmental factors are the most at risk of developing asbestos-related ailments. This includes construction workers, boilermakers and shipyard workers. Included are railroad workers and U.S. Navy vets and those who helped clean up after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. These people may experience chest pain, coughing, and breathing difficulties.
A doctor can determine whether a patient suffers from an asbestos-related condition by reviewing the person's medical background, work history, and family history. X-rays and CT scans can help confirm an asbestos-related condition. Patients diagnosed with asbestosis must be yearly tested for pulmonary function test to monitor the condition. The test will help detect the progress of asbestosis as well as determine other health issues that can be a result of this disease. Asbestosis sufferers should get regular vaccinations to avoid other respiratory diseases such as psoriasis. The EPA offers a TSCA Hotline and an asbestos attorneys Ombudsman who can provide additional information and assistance.
Asbestos Database Development
Asbestos is one of the fibrous minerals which was often employed in industrial and construction settings due to its tough, fire retardant, and corrosion resistant properties. Inhaling asbestos particles can cause a range of medical conditions, including mesothelioma (a cancer of the lungs and other organs) as well as chronic lung diseases, and other neurological problems. These illnesses may take 30 years or longer to appear.
In many asbestos cases, there are multiple defendants and a complex discovery. This is often complicated when the asbestos products involved in a case cannot be identified. To determine the asbestos products involved the need for forensic experts in addition to various investigative tools and methods, such as interviewing former colleagues, obtaining invoices and delivery papers and taking samples at home and work. It is also important to determine the type of asbestos, whether it's amosite, crysotile or crocidolite.
We have extensive experience in defending companies in the asbestos industry which includes distributors, manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors. Our team has been National Coordinating Counsel and Trial Counsel for numerous asbestos litigation clients, and we have defended these companies in multiple jurisdictions across the country. We are also Defense liaison counsel for various asbestos dockets in these states, which we manage regional and local attorneys to ensure uniform and efficient defense strategies and results.
Our national approach in managing asbestos defense has proven efficient. In numerous instances it has cut legal costs by millions of dollars when compared to the amount companies paid to other firms. Courts across the country have recognized our unique and aggressive approach in managing asbestos cases.
We are also experienced in defending mass toxic tort suits brought against pharmaceutical companies and industrial chemicals and Petrochemicals. These lawsuits are based upon assertions that exposure to these chemicals can cause illnesses such as occupational asthma as well as restrictive and obstructive lung disorders, and other neurological disorders.
Medical Expert Witnesses
Medical expert witnesses in asbestos cases are vital in part because the signs of exposure to asbestos can be confused with other conditions like emphysema, among others of lung carcinoma. It is crucial for lawyers to have access to experts in these fields who can assist in identifying the various types of diseases and explain how each disease is caused by different kinds of exposures.
The most reliable source of this evidence is in the medical records of asbestos victims. X-rays are available and can be accessed through CT scans and biopsies. However, to get the most value from this information, it is important to have medical experts who can analyze the data and opine about the probabilities, causation, and other issues.
The medical experts involved in asbestos cases are typically well-known and have testified in dozens, or even hundreds of other cases. This reputation increases their credibility in the eyes of the jury. They have a lot of experience in preparing to be witnesses, and they know how to answer questions from defendants and how to present the information to the court.
It is crucial that experts from both the scientific and medical fields present their opinions on the various causes of asbestos disease. It is not sufficient to prove that a mesothelioma patient is in fact diagnosed. It must be shown that the asbestos victim exposed her to the carcinogen and how smoking can increase the risk of mesothelioma.
Expert witness fees can be a significant portion of the expenses associated with asbestos lawsuits cases. Therefore, it is crucial that a defense attorney be adept at identifying and choose the best expert witness for the particular case.
At Swartz Campbell, we counsel material manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, premises owners employers, employers and other defendants in asbestos cases in state and federal courts across the nation. Our team of highly experienced and dedicated attorneys is well-versed in asbestos litigation, both offensively and defensively. Contact us today to learn how our firm can assist you.
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