Mesothelioma & Asbestos News
Nearly 73% of Consumers Mistakenly Believe the FDA Tests Cosmetics for Safety
Learn what our survey reveals about consumer awareness of asbestos in talc, talc-based products, and concerns about cosmetic product safety.
Guide to Asbestos Trust Fund Payouts in 2026
Learn how asbestos trust fund payouts work in 2026, including payment percentages, average compensation amounts, and factors that affect payouts.
Mesothelioma Treatment Costs
Mesothelioma treatment can come with significant costs. ELSM Law outlines key expenses and what families may need to plan for.
California Jury Awards $32 Million to Family of Woman Who Developed Mesothelioma After Decades of Johnson's Baby Powder Use
A California jury held Johnson & Johnson 100% liable in a talc-related mesothelioma case, awarding a $32 million verdict to Maria Lozano's family.
Are Mesothelioma Settlements Taxable?
Wondering whether a mesothelioma settlement is taxable? ELSM Law reviews how different types of compensation may be treated.
4 Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen Asbestos Attorneys Earn Super Lawyers® Distinction
Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen mesothelioma lawyers earn Super Lawyers honors for representing mesothelioma victims nationwide.
Common Misconceptions About Mesothelioma Lawsuits
Many people avoid filing a mesothelioma lawsuit due to common misconceptions. Learn the truth about timelines, costs, and your legal options.
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APG Asbestos Trust Payment Percentage Increase Announced
2026 Update: APG Asbestos Trust increased its payment percentage from 5.3% to 6.0%. See if you qualify for additional compensation.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds Mesothelioma Verdict for Steamfitter Exposed to Asbestos at Pabst Brewery
Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds mesothelioma verdict against Pabst Brewing, confirming liability under Wisconsin’s Safe Place Statute.
Vanderbilt Minerals Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy After Facing Mounting Asbestos-Contaminated Talc Lawsuits
Vanderbilt Minerals LLC, facing mounting asbestos-contaminated talc lawsuits, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February 2026 to address legal costs.
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Results
The mesothelioma settlements and jury awards we have received for our clients are among the highest in the country.
Occupation/Exposure
Cosmetic Talc User
State
MD
Results
~$1,500,000,000
Occupation/Exposure
Talc Powder User
State
CA
Results
~$966,000,000
Occupation/Exposure
Mechanic
State
WA
Results
~$102,200,000
Occupation/Exposure
Cosmetic Talc User
State
AZ
Results
~$89,300,000
Occupation/Exposure
Talc Powder User
State
UT
Results
~$20,000,000
Occupation/Exposure
Talc Powder User
State
TX
Results
~$15,600,000
Occupation/Exposure
Home Renovator
State
RI
Results
~$15,100,000
Occupation/Exposure
Electrician
State
NV
Results
~$13,800,000
Occupation/Exposure
Plumber
State
CA
Results
~$13,500,000
Occupation/Exposure
Abatement Worker
State
CT
Results
~$12,600,000
Occupation/Exposure
Pipefitter
State
OH
Results
~$12,200,000
Occupation/Exposure
Pipefitter
State
NV
Results
~$12,000,000