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Monday, October 12, 2009
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Indian Law Degrees Now Recognized in Canada
Indian Law Degrees Now Recognized in Canada
Authorities have announced that graduates of three-year, full-time law degrees from any Common Law country, will now have their degree recognized in Canada. Graduates from countries including Australia, England and India will now be able to practice law in Canada without having to redo much of their undergraduate studies.
Law professionals from these countries will still be required to pass a series of exams to ensure that they are familiar with Canadian standards and processes, but the recent change will make the transition much easier for immigrants from these countries looking to practice law in Canada.
Foreign credentials recognition has become a large problem for immigrants coming to Canada, where taxi cab drivers often hold professional university degrees. Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, Jason Kenney, has made it a focus of his time in office to improve the situation. Currently under review, he claims that great changes will be made within the year in order to make foreign credential recognition easier for immigrants to Canada.
http://www.loonlounge.com/community/blogs/view/380/
Authorities have announced that graduates of three-year, full-time law degrees from any Common Law country, will now have their degree recognized in Canada. Graduates from countries including Australia, England and India will now be able to practice law in Canada without having to redo much of their undergraduate studies.
Law professionals from these countries will still be required to pass a series of exams to ensure that they are familiar with Canadian standards and processes, but the recent change will make the transition much easier for immigrants from these countries looking to practice law in Canada.
Foreign credentials recognition has become a large problem for immigrants coming to Canada, where taxi cab drivers often hold professional university degrees. Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, Jason Kenney, has made it a focus of his time in office to improve the situation. Currently under review, he claims that great changes will be made within the year in order to make foreign credential recognition easier for immigrants to Canada.
http://www.loonlounge.com/community/blogs/view/380/
Friday, October 2, 2009
A social network where Canadian residents and future immigrants can connect and learn from each other
LoonLounge.com, a social network where Canadian residents and future immigrants can connect and learn from each other, become engaged in Canadian communities, and ultimately help improve the Canadian immigration and settlement processes. The response from our newsletter subscribers and the Canadian media has been overwhelmingly positive, with a flux of new members on LoonLounge and praise coming from such highly regarded Canadian news agents as the Globe and Mail and the Toronto Star.
With over 15,500 members from 191 countries, LoonLounge is helping more and more people exchange information, find the tools and resources they need, and make friends with their future Canadian neighbours and colleagues.
The Canadian exposure that LoonLounge has received over the past few weeks has helped balloon the community of Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents on LoonLounge, who are excited to get involved in this non-commercial site where they can help newcomers and future immigrants make Canada their new home.
Canadian residents are well-aware of the importance of immigration to Canadian society and the workforce. Canadian employers are coming up with innovative ways to recruit and integrate newcomers into their diverse workforces; and Canadian community groups across the country are working on making themselves more attractive immigration destinations through settlement programs and services.
Canadians are realizing that LoonLounge can be a central place for them to reach out to newcomers and future immigrants. And as newcomers receive this helping hand, they are turning around and passing it on to others, making LoonLounge a continuous circle of information-sharing and network-building.
The Toronto Star calls LoonLounge "a slick, interactive and well designed venue to draw in Canadians and those hoping to become Canadian."
Focusing more on the potential for interaction between Canadian employers and future Canadian immigrant workers, the Globe and Mail describes LoonLounge:
"So now someone from, say Nigeria, can post a profile [on LoonLounge] and find people in Canada from his hometown. A professional engineer from India could ask questions about job availability in different cities. Or a Canadian hospital recruiter can find and hire a nurse from the Philippines before she even arrives in the country."
With over 15,500 members from 191 countries, LoonLounge is helping more and more people exchange information, find the tools and resources they need, and make friends with their future Canadian neighbours and colleagues.
The Canadian exposure that LoonLounge has received over the past few weeks has helped balloon the community of Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents on LoonLounge, who are excited to get involved in this non-commercial site where they can help newcomers and future immigrants make Canada their new home.
Canadian residents are well-aware of the importance of immigration to Canadian society and the workforce. Canadian employers are coming up with innovative ways to recruit and integrate newcomers into their diverse workforces; and Canadian community groups across the country are working on making themselves more attractive immigration destinations through settlement programs and services.
Canadians are realizing that LoonLounge can be a central place for them to reach out to newcomers and future immigrants. And as newcomers receive this helping hand, they are turning around and passing it on to others, making LoonLounge a continuous circle of information-sharing and network-building.
The Toronto Star calls LoonLounge "a slick, interactive and well designed venue to draw in Canadians and those hoping to become Canadian."
Focusing more on the potential for interaction between Canadian employers and future Canadian immigrant workers, the Globe and Mail describes LoonLounge:
"So now someone from, say Nigeria, can post a profile [on LoonLounge] and find people in Canada from his hometown. A professional engineer from India could ask questions about job availability in different cities. Or a Canadian hospital recruiter can find and hire a nurse from the Philippines before she even arrives in the country."
As the LoonLounge membership continues to grow, so does your potential to make valuable connections to people in Canada and around the world on LoonLounge.
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Thursday, October 1, 2009
Patient's Sourcebook on Malignant Mesothelioma
The Official Patient's Sourcebook on Malignant Mesothelioma: A Revised and Updated Directory for the Internet Age (Paperback)
by Icon Health PublicationsProduct Description
This book has been created for patients who have decided to make education and research an integral part of the treatment process. Although it also gives information useful to doctors, caregivers and other health professionals, it tells patients where and how to look for information covering virtually all topics related to malignant mesothelioma (also cancer Mesothelioma; Malignant Mesothelioma; Mesothelioma), from the essentials to the most advanced areas of research. The title of this book includes the word official. This reflects the fact that the sourcebook draws from public, academic, government, and peer-reviewed research. Selected readings from various agencies are reproduced to give you some of the latest official information available to date on malignant mesothelioma.
From the Publisher
This is a "must have" reference book for patients, parents, caregivers, and libraries with medical collections. This sourcebook is organized into three parts. Part I explores basic techniques to researching malignant mesothelioma (e.g. finding guidelines on diagnosis, treatments, and prognosis), followed by a number of topics, including information on how to get in touch with organizations, associations, or other patient networks dedicated to malignant mesothelioma. It also gives you sources of information that can help you find a doctor in your local area specializing in treating malignant mesothelioma. Collectively, the material presented in Part I is a complete primer on basic research topics for patients with malignant mesothelioma. Part II moves on to advanced research dedicated to malignant mesothelioma. Part II is intended for those willing to invest many hours of hard work and study. It is here that we direct you to the latest scientific and applied research on malignant mesothelioma. When possible, contact names, links via the Internet, and summaries are provided. In general, every attempt is made to recommend "free-to-use" options. Part III provides appendices of useful background reading for all patients with malignant mesothelioma or related disorders. The appendices are dedicated to more pragmatic issues faced by many patients with malignant mesothelioma. Accessing materials via medical libraries may be the only option for some readers, so a guide is provided for finding local medical libraries which are open to the public. Part III, therefore, focuses on advice that goes beyond the biological and scientific issues facing patients with malignant mesothelioma.
Product Details
- Paperback: 220 pages
- Publisher: Icon Health Publications (December 2002)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 059783475X
- ISBN-13: 978-0597834752
- Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.3 x 0.6 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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Medico Legal remedies
Dangerous Drugs
It has become commonplace for drugs to be recalled after millions of innocent patients have taken the medication they thought would benefit them. FDA approval is no guarantee that a drug is safe, as recent recalls have shown. If you have been harmed by a prescription or over-the-counter drug, you should contact an attorney to have your claim evaluated. Some recent examples of drugs gone bad are: Avandia: increased risk of heart attack
Celebrex: increased blood clots leading to stroke
Chantix: linked to suicide
Cipro: can cause tendon rupture
Digitek: recalled due to double-strength tablets
Fosamax: linked to necrosis of the jaw
Gardasil: can cause paralysis
Heparin: contamination linked to allergic reactions
Ortho Evra: can cause blood clots and strokes
Paxil: can cause heart defects in infants
Defective Devices
The types of devices that can cause serious injury include pacemakers, defibrillators, hernia patches, valve implants and joint replacements. Recent defective medical devices include:
Shoulder Pain Pump: can cause PAGCL
Medtronic Sprint Fidelis: faulty leads
AMO Lens Solution: can cause blindness
ReNu Lens Solution: eye infections
Hip and Knee Replacement: implant failure
More informations
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Mesothelioma or affected by asbestos_legal options and FAQ"s
Am I entitled to file a lawsuit if I think I have been affected by asbestos?
You can only file a law suit if you have definitely been affected by asbestos, which means seeking medical assistance and getting a diagnosis of mesothelioma as soon as possible. Once your diagnosis has been confirmed by your doctor, you should then seek legal assistance as soon as possible to file your lawsuit for compensation. Your lawyer will need to have details of your diagnosis in order to put together your law suit.
Who will I be suing?
This all depends on your situation and where, when and how you were exposed to asbestos. You may have been exposed by your employer many years ago; your exposure may have been the result of a faulty product that contains asbestos; or you may have been exposed through contact with someone that worked with asbestos. Your lawyer will advise you on the best route to take with your compensation claim.
Can doctors be sued for not diagnosing the disease quickly enough?
Although cases have been filed for medical negligence, this is a tricky area. Because the disease takes so long to properly manifest, it is often at quite a late stage by the time you seek medical assistance and a diagnosis is made. Furthermore, the symptoms of mesothelioma are very non-specific which means that they could be associated with a number of other common diseases. If your doctor is not aware of your connection with asbestos, there is a good chance that he or she will test and treat your for a number of other diseases before testing for mesothelioma. To avoid this happening, you should always make your doctor aware that you have been exposed to asbestos, as this will give him the information he needs to make an informed diagnosis and prescribe early treatment.
What does the compensation cover?
The compensation you receive is to cover a number of things. Firstly, you may have run up enormous medical bills getting tests and treatment for your illness. Secondly, you have every right to be compensated for the pain and suffering you have experienced as well as the mental anguish and grief suffered by yourself and your family. And thirdly, your family has a right to be financially secure after you have gone, and the companies responsible for your terminal illness should be liable to pay for this financial security.
Is my lawsuit guaranteed to be successful?
There are no guarantees, but providing you find a lawyer as soon as possible (within the time limits set by your state) and you are able to help your lawyer put a good case together by providing the necessary information a quickly as possible, then you stand a good chance.
Will a lawyer charge much for his services?
The good news is that most mesothelioma lawyers will not charge any up front fees at all. Even if they have to hire an investigator to do some research to help your case, they normally foot the bill for this. These lawyers work on a contingency fee, which means that the only money they take is from your compensation payout if and when you are successful. No compensation for you means no fee for the lawyer. If you do get compensation, the lawyer does take a cut as his fee – normally around 35%.
What if I have missed the deadline within which I can file a claim?
You must always seek legal advice within the statutes of limitation as according to your state, as this will maximise your chances of a successful lawsuit. However, if for any reason you have missed the deadline, there is no harm in contacting a lawyer anyway to see whether there is anything that can be done. Your lawyer may have an idea of how to get around this, but a missed deadline normally means that your chances of success are slim
You can only file a law suit if you have definitely been affected by asbestos, which means seeking medical assistance and getting a diagnosis of mesothelioma as soon as possible. Once your diagnosis has been confirmed by your doctor, you should then seek legal assistance as soon as possible to file your lawsuit for compensation. Your lawyer will need to have details of your diagnosis in order to put together your law suit.
Who will I be suing?
This all depends on your situation and where, when and how you were exposed to asbestos. You may have been exposed by your employer many years ago; your exposure may have been the result of a faulty product that contains asbestos; or you may have been exposed through contact with someone that worked with asbestos. Your lawyer will advise you on the best route to take with your compensation claim.
Can doctors be sued for not diagnosing the disease quickly enough?
Although cases have been filed for medical negligence, this is a tricky area. Because the disease takes so long to properly manifest, it is often at quite a late stage by the time you seek medical assistance and a diagnosis is made. Furthermore, the symptoms of mesothelioma are very non-specific which means that they could be associated with a number of other common diseases. If your doctor is not aware of your connection with asbestos, there is a good chance that he or she will test and treat your for a number of other diseases before testing for mesothelioma. To avoid this happening, you should always make your doctor aware that you have been exposed to asbestos, as this will give him the information he needs to make an informed diagnosis and prescribe early treatment.
What does the compensation cover?
The compensation you receive is to cover a number of things. Firstly, you may have run up enormous medical bills getting tests and treatment for your illness. Secondly, you have every right to be compensated for the pain and suffering you have experienced as well as the mental anguish and grief suffered by yourself and your family. And thirdly, your family has a right to be financially secure after you have gone, and the companies responsible for your terminal illness should be liable to pay for this financial security.
Is my lawsuit guaranteed to be successful?
There are no guarantees, but providing you find a lawyer as soon as possible (within the time limits set by your state) and you are able to help your lawyer put a good case together by providing the necessary information a quickly as possible, then you stand a good chance.
Will a lawyer charge much for his services?
The good news is that most mesothelioma lawyers will not charge any up front fees at all. Even if they have to hire an investigator to do some research to help your case, they normally foot the bill for this. These lawyers work on a contingency fee, which means that the only money they take is from your compensation payout if and when you are successful. No compensation for you means no fee for the lawyer. If you do get compensation, the lawyer does take a cut as his fee – normally around 35%.
What if I have missed the deadline within which I can file a claim?
You must always seek legal advice within the statutes of limitation as according to your state, as this will maximise your chances of a successful lawsuit. However, if for any reason you have missed the deadline, there is no harm in contacting a lawyer anyway to see whether there is anything that can be done. Your lawyer may have an idea of how to get around this, but a missed deadline normally means that your chances of success are slim
What is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma, a disease caused only by exposure to asbestos, only strikes an estimated 3000 US citizens a year, but it’s effects can be felt by each and every one of us throughout the entire population.
What really hit’s home with the stories of those suffering from Mesothelioma, however, is how much they are just like everybody else; they worked for years to provide for their families, the people we see each morning at the coffee shop, the man who repairs your car with a smile, the elderly wife you see in the aisles of the local grocery store, your next-door neighbors, your friends.
They are no different than anyone of you, and yet they are fighting each and every day for their survival.
A mesothelioma diagnosis is generally tested for in one of two ways. Depending on the condition of the patient, the doctor may want to do a minimally intrusive procedure called a needle biopsy. The procedure allows the doctor to abstract cells suspected of cancer infection from the lining affected area. The doctor can run tests on the mesothelial cells to determine the proper diagnosis for the patient. There are several ways in which the doctor can perform a tissue biopsy in order to run tests for mesothelioma. A thoracoscopy or laparoscopy entails making a small incision and using a tiny camera to look at the affected area. At this time a small tissue sample can be taken. The tissue samples will be sent away to a pathologists for further tests. Your doctor may decide to do a needle biopsy, where a hollow needle is inserted through the skin and into the chest cavity. However, needle biopsies can be less than precise.
The second more common way that doctors test for mesothelioma is to surgically enter the patients body, at which time they cut a small piece of infected tissue for biopsy purposes. This test is known as an "open biopsy". The abstracted tissue is then sent out for testing by a specialist. This process generally takes several days. If this test reveals the presence of mesothelioma the doctor will determine whether the diagnosed mesothelioma is benign or malignant.
Generally, the oncologist will start the patient on a series of chemotherapy treatments to slow the growth of the mesothelioma. If the doctor determines, after running tests, that the patient is not a candidate for chemotherapy, the oncologists may prescribe medication to help the patient with pain management.
ALIMTA
A mesothelioma patient should request information on Alimta. Alimta is a relatively new type of cancer treatment being developed by Eli Lilly. In the past, a mesothelioma patient had to meet strict criteria in order to qualify to participate in the clinical trials of this treatment. However, the good news for patients and their families is that this procedure has recently been approved by the FDA and is the first treatment proven to significantly increase the length of survival in patients while at the same time alleviating significant symptoms associated with this disease.
CISPLATIN
Cisplatin is a form of chemotherapy used to treat mesothelioma. It is in a class of drugs that are designed to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells and is passed into the body intravenously. Because Cisplatin affects good cells as well as cancer cells, patients taking Cisplatin may experience side effects. As with any medication, patients are smart to report any potential side effects to a doctor immediately.
Cisplatin is often used in combination with Alimta. Patients taking Cisplatin in combination with Alimta have longer average life expectancies than patients taking Cisplatin by itself. Cisplatin must only be administered by a certified healthcare professional or caregiver. Alimta (pemetrexed) in combination with Cisplatin (Platinol®) was recently approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of inoperable malignant mesothelioma.
Your treating physician will let you know if you are a candidate for this type of chemotherapy regimen.
IMMUNOTHERAPY
This type therapy requires the removal of a mesothelioma patient’s affected cells, activation of those cells and reintroduction into the infected peritoneum. This procedure is often done in conjunction with other forms of chemotherapy. It is generally thought that a patient in the very early stages of mesothelioma, would benefit the most from this procedure. In fact, initial studies have shown that in some cases the procedure has been successful in “shrinking” the mesothelioma tumor.
GENE THERAPY
The study surrounding this type of therapy has showed tremendous results in animals, but the affects of the treatment in human trials have been much less successful. This type of Therapy is one that your doctor would need to look at very closely in order to determine if you or a loved one would be a viable candidate. Often times this type of therapy is done in combination with other chemotherapy options. Unfortunately, the results have not been consistent.
PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY
This type of new therapy involves ingesting a drug that makes the cancerous cells extremely sensitive to particular wave lengths of lights. This requires a surgical procedure, and to date, the procedure has not had any definitive results showing increased survival rates.
MULTIMODALITY THERAPY
Mesothelioma is a very difficult cancer for doctors to treat. The medical community is always seeking to learn of new and more effective ways for treating this condition. Surgery, chemotherapy and radiation are all being studied in order to hopefully find a cure mesothelioma patients.
What really hit’s home with the stories of those suffering from Mesothelioma, however, is how much they are just like everybody else; they worked for years to provide for their families, the people we see each morning at the coffee shop, the man who repairs your car with a smile, the elderly wife you see in the aisles of the local grocery store, your next-door neighbors, your friends.
They are no different than anyone of you, and yet they are fighting each and every day for their survival.
A mesothelioma diagnosis is generally tested for in one of two ways. Depending on the condition of the patient, the doctor may want to do a minimally intrusive procedure called a needle biopsy. The procedure allows the doctor to abstract cells suspected of cancer infection from the lining affected area. The doctor can run tests on the mesothelial cells to determine the proper diagnosis for the patient. There are several ways in which the doctor can perform a tissue biopsy in order to run tests for mesothelioma. A thoracoscopy or laparoscopy entails making a small incision and using a tiny camera to look at the affected area. At this time a small tissue sample can be taken. The tissue samples will be sent away to a pathologists for further tests. Your doctor may decide to do a needle biopsy, where a hollow needle is inserted through the skin and into the chest cavity. However, needle biopsies can be less than precise.
The second more common way that doctors test for mesothelioma is to surgically enter the patients body, at which time they cut a small piece of infected tissue for biopsy purposes. This test is known as an "open biopsy". The abstracted tissue is then sent out for testing by a specialist. This process generally takes several days. If this test reveals the presence of mesothelioma the doctor will determine whether the diagnosed mesothelioma is benign or malignant.
Generally, the oncologist will start the patient on a series of chemotherapy treatments to slow the growth of the mesothelioma. If the doctor determines, after running tests, that the patient is not a candidate for chemotherapy, the oncologists may prescribe medication to help the patient with pain management.
ALIMTA
A mesothelioma patient should request information on Alimta. Alimta is a relatively new type of cancer treatment being developed by Eli Lilly. In the past, a mesothelioma patient had to meet strict criteria in order to qualify to participate in the clinical trials of this treatment. However, the good news for patients and their families is that this procedure has recently been approved by the FDA and is the first treatment proven to significantly increase the length of survival in patients while at the same time alleviating significant symptoms associated with this disease.
CISPLATIN
Cisplatin is a form of chemotherapy used to treat mesothelioma. It is in a class of drugs that are designed to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells and is passed into the body intravenously. Because Cisplatin affects good cells as well as cancer cells, patients taking Cisplatin may experience side effects. As with any medication, patients are smart to report any potential side effects to a doctor immediately.
Cisplatin is often used in combination with Alimta. Patients taking Cisplatin in combination with Alimta have longer average life expectancies than patients taking Cisplatin by itself. Cisplatin must only be administered by a certified healthcare professional or caregiver. Alimta (pemetrexed) in combination with Cisplatin (Platinol®) was recently approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of inoperable malignant mesothelioma.
Your treating physician will let you know if you are a candidate for this type of chemotherapy regimen.
IMMUNOTHERAPY
This type therapy requires the removal of a mesothelioma patient’s affected cells, activation of those cells and reintroduction into the infected peritoneum. This procedure is often done in conjunction with other forms of chemotherapy. It is generally thought that a patient in the very early stages of mesothelioma, would benefit the most from this procedure. In fact, initial studies have shown that in some cases the procedure has been successful in “shrinking” the mesothelioma tumor.
GENE THERAPY
The study surrounding this type of therapy has showed tremendous results in animals, but the affects of the treatment in human trials have been much less successful. This type of Therapy is one that your doctor would need to look at very closely in order to determine if you or a loved one would be a viable candidate. Often times this type of therapy is done in combination with other chemotherapy options. Unfortunately, the results have not been consistent.
PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY
This type of new therapy involves ingesting a drug that makes the cancerous cells extremely sensitive to particular wave lengths of lights. This requires a surgical procedure, and to date, the procedure has not had any definitive results showing increased survival rates.
MULTIMODALITY THERAPY
Mesothelioma is a very difficult cancer for doctors to treat. The medical community is always seeking to learn of new and more effective ways for treating this condition. Surgery, chemotherapy and radiation are all being studied in order to hopefully find a cure mesothelioma patients.
mesothelioma or asbestosis FAQ's
Who has the right to file for compensation for mesothelioma?
A mesothelioma lawsuit can be filed by a person who has developed mesothelioma through exposure to asbestos. In the event that the person has passed away, the lawsuit can be filed by a family member or the executor of the deceased’s estate. A lawsuit can also be filed by a family member who has developed the disease through close contact with the person who was exposed to asbestos.
How long does the process take?
The process can take quite a while, although there is no set time and some lawyers will get your case sorted faster than others. The more research that is required to put a solid case together, the longer it will take.
How long do I have to file my claim?
This differs from state to state but generally the time limit is one to two years from diagnosis. It is important that you check on the time limitation for your state and act within the limitations otherwise you may not be eligible to claim. If you are claiming on behalf of the deceased, time limitations still apply and it is probably even more important to act quickly because of the time limits and the research required by the lawyer.
What if I don’t know where and when I was exposed to asbestos?
It is helpful if you know this and will certainly speed up the process, but if you don’t remember the lawyer will be able to help. A private investigator can be hired through the lawyer (paid for by the lawyer) who will do the necessary research to clarify when and where the exposure took place and which company or companies are responsible.
How can I afford legal assistance?
You won’t need to worry about having cash up front because mesothelioma lawyers usually work on a no win no fee basis. You will not have to pay a penny unless you receive compensation, and then the lawyer will take a percentage of the compensation as his fee.
How much will I get?
It’s impossible to say how much you will get as it depends on the merits of your case. Your lawyer will discuss this with you in more detail when you go through the details of your claim, but past settlements have notched up hundred of thousands of dollars and even multi-million dollar payouts.
Where can I find a mesothelioma lawyer?
There are now many mesothelioma lawyers and you should have no problem finding one. The Internet is a good place to start your search, as many mesothelioma lawyers advertise there. You can check out many credentials and assess the experience of individual law firms by searching on the Internet. You can also submit your details via the Internet in many cases, allowing the law firm to evaluate your case and then contact you. You can also check in your local phone directory for details of mesothelioma lawyers. However, try to find a lawyer that has experience of working with mesothelioma lawsuits as they will already have a network of resources and contact that could help to process your case more quickly.
Will the lawsuit be filed in the state where I live?
Not necessarily. Your lawyer will select the state in which you have the best chance of success and where you are likely to get the highest compensation. This will make no difference to you as you will not have to pay any extra and may end up getting far more compensation in another state.
Will my case go to court?
Again, it is impossible to say until your lawyer has tried to settle out of court. However, most mesothelioma cases are settled out of court and this saves both sides money because taking the case to court can get costly.
A mesothelioma lawsuit can be filed by a person who has developed mesothelioma through exposure to asbestos. In the event that the person has passed away, the lawsuit can be filed by a family member or the executor of the deceased’s estate. A lawsuit can also be filed by a family member who has developed the disease through close contact with the person who was exposed to asbestos.
How long does the process take?
The process can take quite a while, although there is no set time and some lawyers will get your case sorted faster than others. The more research that is required to put a solid case together, the longer it will take.
How long do I have to file my claim?
This differs from state to state but generally the time limit is one to two years from diagnosis. It is important that you check on the time limitation for your state and act within the limitations otherwise you may not be eligible to claim. If you are claiming on behalf of the deceased, time limitations still apply and it is probably even more important to act quickly because of the time limits and the research required by the lawyer.
What if I don’t know where and when I was exposed to asbestos?
It is helpful if you know this and will certainly speed up the process, but if you don’t remember the lawyer will be able to help. A private investigator can be hired through the lawyer (paid for by the lawyer) who will do the necessary research to clarify when and where the exposure took place and which company or companies are responsible.
How can I afford legal assistance?
You won’t need to worry about having cash up front because mesothelioma lawyers usually work on a no win no fee basis. You will not have to pay a penny unless you receive compensation, and then the lawyer will take a percentage of the compensation as his fee.
How much will I get?
It’s impossible to say how much you will get as it depends on the merits of your case. Your lawyer will discuss this with you in more detail when you go through the details of your claim, but past settlements have notched up hundred of thousands of dollars and even multi-million dollar payouts.
Where can I find a mesothelioma lawyer?
There are now many mesothelioma lawyers and you should have no problem finding one. The Internet is a good place to start your search, as many mesothelioma lawyers advertise there. You can check out many credentials and assess the experience of individual law firms by searching on the Internet. You can also submit your details via the Internet in many cases, allowing the law firm to evaluate your case and then contact you. You can also check in your local phone directory for details of mesothelioma lawyers. However, try to find a lawyer that has experience of working with mesothelioma lawsuits as they will already have a network of resources and contact that could help to process your case more quickly.
Will the lawsuit be filed in the state where I live?
Not necessarily. Your lawyer will select the state in which you have the best chance of success and where you are likely to get the highest compensation. This will make no difference to you as you will not have to pay any extra and may end up getting far more compensation in another state.
Will my case go to court?
Again, it is impossible to say until your lawyer has tried to settle out of court. However, most mesothelioma cases are settled out of court and this saves both sides money because taking the case to court can get costly.
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