Talc is one of the main ingredients in certain brands of baby powders, makeup, and other personal care products. What many don’t realize is that…
Category: Mesothelioma
I Sanded Asbestos — Am I in Trouble?
If you sanded a surface and later found out it contained asbestos, you're probably wondering how worried you should be. A single, brief exposure to…
Wisconsin Supreme Court Holds Pabst Brewing Liable for Asbestos Exposure
In April 2026, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that Pabst Brewing Company can be held liable for mesothelioma suffered by an independent contractor who was…
Global Asbestos Awareness Week 2026: Understanding the Risks of Asbestos
From April 1 through April 7 every year, Sokolove Law joins mesothelioma survivors, warriors, families, and advocates in honoring Global Asbestos Awareness Week (GAAW). Now…
National Vietnam War Veterans Day 2026
March 29 marks National Vietnam War Veterans Day, commemorating the service and sacrifice of the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who bravely fought during…
Vanderbilt Minerals Declares Bankruptcy Over Asbestos Lawsuits
In February 2026, Vanderbilt Minerals LLC filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing the growing financial burden of asbestos litigation tied to the company's talc…
What Is Asbestos Poisoning?
Asbestos poisoning can refer to many illnesses that are caused by exposure to asbestos, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and more. Asbestos is a mineral…
Raising Awareness on Rare Disease Day 2026
On February 28, more than 100 countries will celebrate the 19th annual Rare Diseases Day 2026, a time to raise awareness for the over 300…
Can AI Help with Mesothelioma? New AI Cancer Detection & Treatment Options
Researchers are studying how the use of artificial intelligence (AI) could help more effectively diagnose and treat mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer caused by…
