call us now at: 1-800-946-9646 Home About Us Contact Us Frequently Asked Questions News Blog Español Search The Site Welcome to Mesothelioma News If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, this web site is for you. Mesothelioma News is dedicated to bringing you comprehensive information on a full range of topics about mesothelioma, including treatment, support, and legal help. On Mesothelioma News you’ll find a great deal of information including: • The types and symptoms of mesothelioma and diagnosis of the disease • Up-to-date information about treatment options for mesothelioma • Support groups and resources for patients and their families • The relationship between asbestos exposure and mesothelioma • Protecting your legal rights Mesothelioma News is your site for the up-to-date information you need if you or a loved one has been affected by this disease. The law firm of Baron & Budd, P.C. has been fighting for the rights of mesothelioma victims for nearly three decades. One of the firm’s founders filed one of the first asbestos lawsuits in the country against asbestos manufacturers. With more than 50 attorneys, over 200 staff, and offices in Texas, California, Louisiana, Ohio, and New York, Baron & Budd is one of America’s largest law firms that fights for the rights of people and families affected by mesothelioma. Our firm has successfully represented asbestos victims from throughout the country. Here are just some examples of compensation we have achieved for our clients: The cases described here reflect the net amounts of the judgments or settlements our clients received after the deduction of attorneys fees and expenses-in other words, what our clients actually received. The actual settlement or verdict would be higher. These cases were all handled by Baron & Budd attorneys serving as lead counsel. Specific Results Depend on the Facts of Each Case. $10,603,661.00 Received by Client after Attorney’s Fees and Expenses for a gentleman who developed malignant mesothelioma as a result of his exposure to joint compound as a construction worker. This case went to trial and resulted in a significant verdict in favor of the gentleman, his wife and children that was listed by a national legal publication as one of the top verdicts in the U.S. that year. The case subsequently settled. $6,356,942.00 Received by Client after Attorney’s Fees and Expenses, for the widow of a man who died at the age of 50 after developing asbestos-related mesothelioma. He was exposed to asbestos while serving in the Navy aboard nuclear submarines during the 1960s. This case went to trial against the manufacturer of an asbestos-containing pipe covering product. The jury awarded a significant verdict, which was affirmed on appeal. $4,380,755.00 Received by Client after Attorney’s Fees and Expenses, for an ironworker who worked at a number of industrial sites throughout his career and who was diagnosed with mesothelioma at the age of 79. More results here News March 28, 2008 Following mesothelioma death of teacher in North Wales, U.K. teachers’ unions demand that asbestos be removed from all British schools by 2010 Recent news that a retired teacher in North Wales died of asbestos-related mesothelioma has prompted the U.K.’s Association of Teachers and Lecturers to take up the call for the government to remove asbestos from all British schools by the year 2010. See related story. The first step is to require that every school read more » March 27, 2008 Cleanup of tornado debris in Atlanta poses risk of asbestos exposure In the cleanup following the recent tornado that ripped through Atlanta, Georgia, residents are warned to be aware that roofing materials often incorporate asbestos. The problem is particularly acute in older buildings, but asbestos is still used in some modern roofing materials as well. Where asbestos is a factor, certain safety procedures must read more » March 26, 2008 Builders awarded $6.4 million to reimburse costs incurred for asbestos cleanup in Lowry, Colorado The U.S. Court of Federal Claims has ruled that the U.S. Air Force must pay builders $6.4 million to reimburse them for the costs of cleaning up asbestos contamination in Lowry, Colorado. The award includes damages called “unabsorbed overhead,” which reimburses the builders for money lost because of construction delays while asbestos cleanup was read more » March 25, 2008 New study of vermiculite workers confirms danger of asbestos-tainted Libby ore Scientists in Ohio, studying the health of workers who made lawn products more than 25 years ago using asbestos-tainted vermiculite from W.R. Grace’s Libby, Montana mine, have confirmed the danger of even low level exposure to asbestos in the ore. Researchers found that low level exposure to vermiculite caused an increased incidence of lung read more » March 24, 2008 Wisconsin Supreme Court reinstates penalties for failure to remove asbestos during Milwaukee Theatre renovation In a 4-3 split decision, the Wisconsin Supreme Court reinstated an order that Harenda Enterprises pay penalties and surcharges for violating the state administrative code through its failure to remove asbestos during the renovation of the Milwaukee Theatre. The dissenting justices said that the rules Harenda was accused of violating had not been clearly articulated read more » March 24, 2008 Runoff of minerals like asbestos from old mines poses contamination risk to groundwater, crops and fish Senator Diane Feinstein of California has released information about the risk of environmental contamination from abandoned mines. Abandoned mines pose ongoing risks of environmental contamination to groundwater, crops and fish caused by the release of minerals like asbestos, mercury and chromium. The Bureau of Land Management says that such mines have already contaminated read more » print this page site feed archives Glossary of Terms Site Map Baron & Budd, P.C. Privacy Policy Disclaimer Other Offices: Baton Rouge, LA Cleveland, OH Beverly Hills, CA Austin, TX Main Office: 3102 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 1100 Dallas, TX 75219 For nearly 30 years, the law firm of Baron & Budd, P.C. has fought to safeguard the rights of mesothelioma victims and their families. MesotheliomaNews.com is a public service of Baron & Budd, P.C. © 2008, Baron & Budd, P.C.