The early symptoms of mesothelioma are often similar to that of a common cold or flu. Early symptoms of pleural mesothelioma may include a cough, fever, pain in the chest/back, fatigue, or weight loss. The link between these symptoms and a possible diagnosis of mesothelioma is a history of working with or around products containing asbestos fibers. It may be several weeks or months before a patient seeks advice from their doctor regarding their ailments, but early detection can be important to help extend the quality of life of the patient and increase the effectiveness of therapy.

For the first time in 15 years, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new treatment for mesothelioma.

Cooney & Conway has resolved a multi-million-dollar maritime asbestos case on behalf of a Michigan man.

Asbestos has been listed among ten chemicals The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will evaluate for potential health and environmental risks under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The ten chemicals under evaluation were chosen from a list of 90 selected chemicals based on their potential for hazard and exposure, among other considerations.

In the 1950s, Johnny Lattner was the pride of Oak Park, Illinois. A standout football player at Fenw

For many years, industries used asbestos for a wide range of uses and applications. The inert material became a valuable asset in the field of industrial chemistry. Asbestos is resistant to extreme temperatures and most chemicals. It does not evaporate into the air, nor dissolve in water. It has no smell or odor and does not migrate through soil. In short, it appeared to be a wondrous material with limitless practical uses. However, as the research began to show the dangers of inhaling asbestos fibers on the job site, it became clear that there were many employees working in industries at risk for asbestos exposure.