Despite mounting evidence linking talcum powder to asbestos, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has withdrawn a proposed rule to implement standardized testing on…
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Over $1.5 Billion Awarded in Latest Johnson & Johnson Talc Verdict for Mesothelioma
In December 2025, a Baltimore jury handed down a record-setting talc verdict, awarding more than $1.5 Billion to a woman who alleged that Johnson &…
Asbestos in Ductwork and the Risk of HVAC Asbestos Exposure
From the early 1950s through 1980, many forced-air heating ducts installed in American homes and buildings were constructed, secured, or wrapped with materials that contained…
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 2025: Honoring the Lives Lost
On the morning of December 7, 1941, the course of American history changed forever. The Japanese military descended on the U.S. Navy base at Pearl…
Is Bronchitis a Symptom of Mesothelioma?
Bronchitis and mesothelioma could both impact lung function, but each condition affects your health in different ways. Understanding what sets these illnesses apart is key…
Steve McQueen & Mesothelioma: An Actor’s Fight Against Cancer
Steve McQueen, one of the biggest stars in Hollywood during the 1960s and 1970s, was more than just an actor — he was an American…
Newton Star Market Closed Due to Asbestos
On October 28, 2025, a popular grocery store in Massachusetts closed their doors to shoppers over an “imminent health hazard.” The health hazard? Asbestos. Demolition…
$40.1 Million Awarded to a U.S. Navy Veteran with Mesothelioma
NEW YORK – Sokolove Law is proud to announce a landmark $40.1 Million verdict secured on behalf of Walter Twidwell, an 81-year-old U.S. Navy veteran…
U.S. Navy Day 2025: Show Your Support for Sailors & Veterans
Throughout the year, certain days are dedicated to honoring the men and women who serve in different branches of the military. One of these observances…
