Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Lawyers Providing Legal Support Nationwide for Patients Who Developed NSCLC Due to Asbestos Exposure Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer. Though diagnosis may take a while after the patient starts suffering symptoms, NSCLC develops more slowly than other types of lung cancer and therefore tends to […]

Most people understand that asbestos is toxic and should be avoided. However, not everyone knows what asbestos looks like in order to avoid it. While most buildings that contain asbestos are clearly marked as such, some workers may get exposed to asbestos unexpectedly while on a job site. Below, we discuss how to identify asbestos so you […]

Shrader & Associates is pleased to announce that attorney Ross Stomel has received accreditation with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as of May 22, 2023. This accreditation signifies Mr. Stomel’s commitment to providing exceptional legal representation and support to veterans and their families. The VA accreditation process ensures that attorneys possess the necessary qualifications […]

Researchers are continually searching for new therapies to treat mesothelioma. One of these new treatments that holds great promise for the future, according to the American Cancer Society, is gene therapy. However, at the present time, gene therapy is only available through participation in a clinical trial. The term “gene therapy” actually encompasses a number of […]

It is also called fibrous mesothelioma, solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura, or pleural fibroma. Benign mesothelioma of the pleura typically appears more often in men than in women. How is Benign Mesothelioma Different from Malignant Mesothelioma? The first major difference between this type of tumor and malignant mesothelioma is that it originates in a different location. […]

Mesothelioma trials may be an option for those diagnosed with the disease. Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Because of its rarity, there are limited treatment options for mesothelioma, and many patients have a poor prognosis. However, researchers are constantly searching for new and innovative treatments for […]

Diagnosis Is a Multi-Stage Process As with most types of cancer, early diagnosis and treatment of mesothelioma can dramatically lengthen a patient’s life expectancy. Unfortunately, there are often many barriers that sit between a patient and a full diagnosis. If you or a loved one know you have been exposed to asbestos in the past, it’s important […]

Alternative Therapies for Mental and Emotional Symptoms Mesothelioma Can Cause Depression and Anxiety—But Researchers Are Finding Ways for You to Boost Your Mood. In addition to physical symptoms like fatigue and loss of appetite, cancer patients also experience emotional symptoms like anxiety and depression. It’s easy to understand why this may happen when you receive […]

Malignant Mesothelioma Millions Recovered for Mesothelioma Victims & Their Families The effects of mesothelioma can be devastating. In many cases, victims of the disease have just a few years to live after their diagnosis. Mesothelioma is directly caused by exposure to asbestos. This means that workers in certain industries, such as construction and the military, are […]

Mesothelioma awareness is important for us to understand for those affected by this disease and their families. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that can affect the thin layer of tissue that covers the body’s internal organs, called the mesothelium. It is caused by exposure to asbestos fibers and can take several decades to […]