Asbestos Contamination Danger in Oregon
Asbestos contamination now may be endangering the lives of many residents of Portland, OR in a frightening situation uncovered by Portland’s Oregonian/Oregon Live media. Seemingly reckless demolition of many older Portland homes without first safely removing their asbestos content may be releasing tons of asbestos dust into the air, the news account alleged. The dangerous […]
Read More7 Signs Your Asbestos Law Firm is Ineffective
If you have mesothelioma or another asbestos disease, choosing a good asbestos law firm may be the most important decision you make. An experienced asbestos lawyer will understand all the issues involved in your asbestos lawsuit and work hard to win you fair settlements. If you have already selected an asbestos law firm but you […]
Read MoreMesothelioma Veterans Benefits Offered by the VA
Many of the people who suffer from mesothelioma, asbestos-caused lung cancer, or another disease related to asbestos exposure were exposed to toxic levels of asbestos during their military service. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma and you are a veteran, you could be eligible for mesothelioma veterans benefits and disability. Avenues of Asbestos Exposure […]
Read MoreAsbestos Legislation H.R. 526 & S.327 Will Thwart Justice For Asbestos Victims
A new asbestos legislation proposed to Congress – “Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act” of 2015 – would limit, or greatly slow down, the ability of asbestos trusts to compensate victims by instituting additional requirements for filing and reporting claims. We at Kazan Law vehemently oppose this asbestos legislation (H.R. 526 and S. 357), as we […]
Read MoreThe UC Hastings Center for Gender & Refugee Studies: A Matter of Life or Death
The UC Hastings College of Law – Center for Gender & Refugee Studies is one of several outstanding legal aid centers Kazan Law’s Foundation supports. We have supported the UC Hastings College of Law – Center for Gender & Refugee Studies for many years and are proud to do so. Our firm’s foundation also supports multiple major […]
Read MoreAsbestos Exposure: The Deadliest States in America
Prized for its fire retardant characteristics, asbestos was widely used in construction materials and as insulation starting in the late 1800s. Although their employees began to experience the toxic effects of asbestos exposure as early as the 1920s, many irresponsible corporations continued to use this toxic mineral for decades more. Asbestos Exposure: the Basics Asbestos […]
Read MoreAsbestos Trust Funds: Their Purpose and How to Get Your Compensation
Asbestos trust funds, also referred to as asbestos bankruptcy trusts and asbestos compensation funds, are one of the sources of compensation for people suffering from mesothelioma or other asbestos diseases. Asbestos trust funds were created to ensure that corporations set aside enough money to compensate the people they exposed to asbestos. A Short History of […]
Read MoreOverview of Asbestos Exposure Lawsuits
Asbestos is a toxic mineral that has been used in manufacturing for over a century, despite growing evidence of health risks. Exposure to asbestos can cause a variety of diseases, including lung cancer, non-cancerous lung diseases, and mesothelioma, a cancer of the lining around the lungs or other organs. If you have been diagnosed with […]
Read MoreFAQs About Asbestos Compensation Funds
Asbestos compensation funds, also known as asbestos trust funds or asbestos bankruptcy trusts, are funds created when corporations that have exposed people to asbestos declare bankruptcy. If you have mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, you may be eligible for compensation from one or more asbestos compensation funds. What Is an Asbestos Compensation Fund? Some corporations, […]
Read MoreKazan Law Partners Receive Best Lawyer Honors
Three Kazan Law partners have received the prestigious honor of being selected for professional recognition by our peers in the legal publication Best Lawyers in America. I was named “Lawyer of the Year” for Best Lawyers’ 2016 Oakland Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs category. Only a single lawyer in each practice area […]
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