Crayons Tested Positive for Asbestos

by Shrader Law | Aug 29, 2018 | Mesothelioma

Recently, dangerous levels of asbestos were found in popular brands of crayons sold by Amazon.com, Dollar Tree, and other stores. Exposure to asbestos, a toxic mineral, has been known to cause mesothelioma and lung cancer if inhaled or digested. According to the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG) Education Fund, 36 packs of Playskool crayons were procured from a Dollar Tree store...

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Are Your Talc-Based Dietary Supplements Safe?

by Shrader Law | Aug 15, 2018 | Mesothelioma

Many of us look to supplements to either improve or maintain good health and, while many dietary supplements on the market are proven safe and effective, the majority of them lack evidence to support any such claims. In an article published by ConsumerLab.com, safety issues regarding talc-based dietary supplements came into question since talc is prone to asbestos contamination. Unfortunately,...

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A Dangerous Combination: Alcohol and Mesothelioma Treatments

by Shrader Law | Jul 20, 2018 | Mesothelioma

Drinking alcohol can have an extremely negative impact on your cancer treatments. This is especially true in mesothelioma cases, as studies have researched possible links between alcohol and the development of mesothelioma symptoms. If you are undergoing treatment for mesothelioma, it’s important to ask your medical care providers about how your drinking habits could affect your medications and...

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How the “Right to Try Act” May Benefit Mesothelioma Patients

by Shrader Law | Jul 2, 2018 | Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a rare and lethal cancer commonly caused by asbestos exposure. Symptoms can take up to 50 years to appear, and the typical life expectancy upon diagnosis is 1-2 years. Mesothelioma treatments are expensive, and patients are fortunate if they are awarded damages that can pay for their life-extending care. Common medical treatments for mesothelioma patients include chemotherapy,...

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Understanding Statute of Limitations for Mesothelioma Lawsuits

by Shrader Law | Apr 2, 2018 | Mesothelioma

The statute of limitations refers to how long you have to file a personal injury claim. All types of personal injury lawsuits can have a statute of limitations, and they vary depending on the type of injury and various other circumstances. If you wait too long to file your lawsuit, you may no longer be eligible to receive compensation for your injury. Mesothelioma can be extremely damaging, both...

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What Should You Do If You Think You Have an Asbestos Case?

by Shrader Law | Mar 29, 2018 | Mesothelioma

Were you recently exposed to asbestos at work or in your home? Or, were you recently diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-caused disease? Dealing with asbestos exposure can be extremely difficult, but you shouldn’t have to find your way through the legal process alone. If you have an asbestos case, it’s important that you understand what to expect next. No two asbestos cases are the...

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