Mesothelioma Caused by Asbestos Exposure

Shrader & Associates, LLP represented an 81-year-old man who was diagnosed with mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos as a pipefitter for the Pennsylvania Bureau of Media. This case settled during trial for a confidential multi-million dollar settlement.

Hernia Mesh Injury Attorneys

Because hernias are often a repeat injury, doctors often recommend the use of hernia mesh during treatment. By strengthening the abdominal wall at the site of the injury, this mesh can reduce the risk of subsequent hernias. This is a positive—but often, the practice comes with many detractors. Patients may suffer serious complications that land […]

Asbestos and Military Veterans

Asbestos and military veterans who develop mesothelioma from exposure can often be traced back to their working environment in the military. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral used for centuries for its heat-resistant and insulating properties. However, it wasn’t until the Industrial Revolution that asbestos became widespread. In the 20th century, asbestos was used in […]

Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Litigation

Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Litigation When Big Pharma Endangers Patients, We Are There to Fight Back Each year, thousands of people are seriously injured by or die from prescription and over-the-counter drugs they believe to be safe. In fact, adverse reactions to prescription and over-the-counter drugs are one of the leading causes of death in […]

Benzene Exposure

Benzene Exposure Lawyer If You Developed a Disease Due to Benzene Exposure, You May Be Able to File for Compensation You deserve to feel safe at your job. Many people in dangerous jobs, like factory or refinery work, rely on their employers to institute proper hazard controls and provide personal protective equipment (PPE) when toxic […]

Veterans & Mesothelioma

Military veterans comprise one of the highest risk groups for asbestos exposure and mesothelioma in the United States. It is estimated that many thousands of living American veterans were exposed to asbestos during their tours of duty. The impact of this tragedy has lately become obvious. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs acknowledges a disproportionate number […]

Transvaginal Mesh (TVM) Lawyers

If you received a transvaginal mesh (TVM) implant as treatment due to pelvic organ prolapse (POP) or stress urinary incontinence (SUI), it’s possible you will suffer or have suffered serious complications. Though these products have now been removed from the market as requested by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), they were previously popular […]

How Does Asbestos Cause Lung Cancer?

Every year around 125,000 Americans die from lung cancer. While the majority of victims develop cancer as a result of smoking, a significant portion are victims of exposure to toxic substances such as asbestos. Sadly, after asbestos exposure, the risk of lung cancer increases five-fold. Those who have worked in asbestos-using industries are particularly at […]

Asbestos Exposure and the Merchant Marines

The Merchant Marine is a civilian fleet that carries imports and exports during peacetime, but it becomes an auxiliary branch of the Navy during wartime, delivering troops, munitions and supplies. During World War II, the U.S. Government determined what cargo was carried as well as the fleet’s destinations. The Government contracted with private companies to […]