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“Every Breath” Theory: On Its Last Breaths?

Sharon L. Caffrey, Alyson Walker Lotman and Erin M. Carter – January 28, 2013 The “every breath,” or cumulative exposure opinion, has been proffered by plaintiffs’ experts in asbestos cases to prove specific causation, regardless of the type of product or amount of exposure. The U.S. District Court for the District of Utah joined the… Continue reading “Every Breath” Theory: On Its Last Breaths?

Recent Trends In Asbestos Litigation – Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration

Sheila Doyle Kelley and Allison N. Fihma – October 29, 2012 Almost 40 years after the first asbestos personal injury lawsuit was filed, asbestos litigation continues apace. The largest mass tort in U.S. history is showing no signs of slowing down instead the litigation continues to morph, finding new types of plaintiffs and new categories… Continue reading Recent Trends In Asbestos Litigation – Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration

Sixth Circuit Upholds Dismissal of $125 Million Insurance Claim

John F. Fisher – December 1, 2011 On Monday, the Sixth Circuit affirmed the decision of the Northern District of Ohio in Bondex International, Inc. v. Hartford Accident and Indemnity Co.pdf, dismissing an insured’s claims for $125 million in additional coverage for asbestos claims.  Plaintiffs/Appellants in the case, RPM Inc., Bondex International, Inc., and Republic… Continue reading Sixth Circuit Upholds Dismissal of $125 Million Insurance Claim

New York Mesothelioma Lawyer Says Lung Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Asbestos Dangers

Joseph W. Belluck November 09, 2011 Asbestos is a top cause of deadly diseases that claim thousands of lives each year, according to mesothelioma attorney Joseph W. Belluck of New York’s Belluck & Fox, LLP. Tragically, you’re looking at cancers that are often fatal. That’s especially true in mesothelioma, where there is no known cure.… Continue reading New York Mesothelioma Lawyer Says Lung Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Asbestos Dangers

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