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Learn more about mesothelioma’s stages and survival rates after diagnosis.
Mesothelioma Misdiagnosis
Asbestos-related cancer is often confused with other cancers.
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A complete list of mesothelioma indicators and what to watch out for.
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Details on the different types of this rare, asbestos-related cancer.
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Mesothelioma victims and families may be eligible for payment for injuries.
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Partner with a trusted mesothelioma attorney for an advantage in your case.
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Detailed information about mesothelioma case agreements and trials.
Asbestos Information
Diseases
Know more about asbestos exposure and what medical issues it can cause.
Asbestosis
Inhaling certain fibers can cause disease. Here’s what you need to know.
Lung Cancer
Know more about the diagnosis, its signs, symptoms, and causes.
Exposure
Find more information on job-related asbestos hazards and risks.
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W&L a Top USA Law Firm for Total Asbestos Case Filings in 2023
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Defective Drugs
Oxbryta (voxelotor)
W&L is investigating cases of sickle cell patients harmed by this drug.
Ozempic, Wegovy & Rybelsus
Learn more about the connection between weight loss drugs and vision loss.
Depo-Provera
This contraceptive injection could cause brain and spinal tumors.
Medical Device Injuries
Bausch + Lomb enVista Recall
Legal help for patients facing eye surgery complications.
Hernia Mesh: Covidien
Some hernia meshes are linked to a higher-than-expected rate of hernia recurrences and other complications requiring hospitalization and further surgeries.
CooperSurgical IVF
Toxic solution leads to tainted embryos, killing many.
Joint Replacement
Zimmer Biomet CPT Hip
Potential femoral stem issues may raise fracture risk concerns.
Smith & Nephew Hips
Get information on complications linked to certain modular replacements.
Hip Replacement
Failed hip implant polyethylene liners can cause severe side effects requiring revision surgery.
Environmental
Water Contamination
Camp Lejeune, NC
People with diseases linked to contaminated water at this military base could file suit.
Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF)
Chemicals used to stop blazes contaminated water sources, exposing many.
PFOA and PFOS
Chemicals found in groundwater sources are linked to many medical issues.
Environmental Pollution
Moss Landing Vistra Battery Plant Fire
Victims of the incident may be entitled to compensation.
BioLab Chemical Exposure
People affected by BioLab chemical explosion are taking legal action.
Dicamba
This herbicide is still harming farmlands so farmers are taking action.
Petroleum Spills
Communities suffer from the dangerous effects of oil and chemical exposure.
Toxic Chemicals
PFAS
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl exposure links to possible health problems.
Benzene
The sources of this carcinogen and the symptoms linked to it.
TCE
Communities seek aid in recovering from industrial solvent contamination.
PCE – PERC
Companies releasing this toxic chemical are putting communities at risk.
PCBs
Learn about chlorinated hydrocarbons and how they can cause harm.
Dioxins
Hold industries responsible for releasing toxic chemicals in your area.
Radium
Understand the effects of exposure to radioactive materials and what to do.
Vapor Intrusion
Chemical releases from tainted groundwater or soil can have severe effects.
Arsenic
Dangerously high levels have been found in drinking water supplies.
Pesticide Safety
Learn about exposure to farming chemicals, possible risks, and precautions.
Consumer
Product Liability
Snapchat & Fentanyl
Social network faces legal action for sale of narcotics to minors
Social Media Addiction
Digital platforms should be held accountable for algorithm-driven addiction and harm to teenager mental health.
Hair Relaxers and Uterine Cancer
Chemical straightening products can cause uterine and ovarian cancers.
Talcum Powder and Cancer
Mineral linked to mesothelioma or ovarian cancer and how to proceed.
Grand Design RV Frame Defects
Deceptive business practices caused frame defects in various RV models.
PFAS in Baby Wipes, Diapers & Other Products
Harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl toxins in infant items pose a risk to pregnant mothers and kids.
PFAS in Consumer Goods
Manufacturers are misleading and making false claims about man-made chemicals in their products.
PFAS in Cosmetics
Name-brand makeup products with harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl toxins mislead consumers.
Hidden Chemicals in Food
Explains how many medical issues can result from harmful additives.
Consumer Fraud
Roblox Gambling Litigation
Teams file suit against a company facilitating illegal online gambling.
Life Insurance Policy Denial
Ambiguous text in legal contracts can affect death benefit claims.
Data Privacy
Data Breaches
Protect personal and online information from those seeking to steal it.
NewYork Presbyterian Meta Tracking Pixel
Compromising patients’ medical information caused a civil lawsuit.
University of Rochester Medical Center Pixel Tracking
Betrayal of personal medical records violates patient trust.
Personal Injury
Accidents
Car Accident
Vehicle collisions are extremely common and eligible for legal action.
Workplace Accident
Employees deserve a safe place to perform their job duties.
Construction Accidents
Help for those injured at different building sites or project locations.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Owners are responsible for safe conditions for those on their property.
Pedestrian Knock-Down
Vehicles vs. people on foot happen more in urban areas and when it’s dark.
Negligence
Pain and Suffering
You could be compensated for distress and physical injury.
Wrongful Death
Family of a deceased victim can file suit against the party responsible.
NYC Schools Sexting Scandal
Legal criteria for NYC school misconduct lawsuit.
Abercrombie & Fitch Sex Trafficking
Legal options for those harmed by corporate human exploitation.
Child Sex Abuse
Survivors of misconduct may have legal options against responsible parties.
Injuries
Brain Injury
Explore legal action options against anyone responsible for head trauma.
Burn Injury
Your options after experiencing damages from fire or another heat source.
Dog Bite
If you or a family member was injured by a canine, you could take action.
Nursing Home Abuse
Learn how many people experience harmful treatment in care facilities.
Paralysis
Explore the causes and symptoms of spinal cord injuries, and legal options.
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injuries
Preventable trauma to a newborn or mother during a delivery.
Hospital Errors
Learn what you can do if you sustained an injury in a medical facility.
OB/GYN Malpractice
Finding help when harm is caused to a fetus or the mother by medical staff.
Cancer Misdiagnosis
Missed medical findings can lead to pain and suffering for families.
Surgical Error
Mistakes made during operations are a common cause for suing practitioners.
About Us
Our Firm
Our Attorneys
Find detailed lawyer profiles, sorted by practice area and location.
Our History
Discover how our firm has become one of the most respected in the country.
Firm News
Find the latest updates and litigations happening in the law space.
Past Results
Read case studies of previous legal battles and their outcomes.
In the Community
We dedicate our attention and resources to benefit our neighbors and beyond.
Our Work
Blog
Find informative legal issue articles in your preferred category.
Client Reviews
See what others have had to say about legal services in their own words.
Video Gallery
Watch testimonials on how victims and families find justice and help.
Career Opportunities
Join a dedicated team of experienced and compassionate law partners.
Nationwide Legal Advocates
New York, NY
Our NYC office is a full-service personal injury/mass torts law firm.
Cherry Hill, NJ
This office has a strong presence in the New Jersey and Pennsylvania areas.
Los Angeles, CA
Office provides immediate access to those who need help on the West Coast.
Detroit, MI
Centrally located and led by a former Michigan assistant attorney general.
Firm News
2025 Best Law Firm List Names Weitz & Luxenberg
Our Firm
Asbestos & Mesothelioma
Medical Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to your inquiries concerning mesothelioma and asbestos.
Life Expectancy
Learn more about mesothelioma’s stages and survival rates after diagnosis.
Mesothelioma Misdiagnosis
Asbestos-related cancer is often confused with other cancers.
Symptoms
A complete list of mesothelioma indicators and what to watch out for.
Types
Details on the different types of this rare, asbestos-related cancer.
Legal Options
Claims
Lawyers are available to help you through the process of litigation.
Compensation
Mesothelioma victims and families may be eligible for payment for injuries.
Lawsuit
Discover if you should file a mesothelioma case and what the process is.
Lawyers
Partner with a trusted mesothelioma attorney for an advantage in your case.
Settlements
Detailed information about mesothelioma case agreements and trials.
Asbestos Information
Diseases
Know more about asbestos exposure and what medical issues it can cause.
Asbestosis
Inhaling certain fibers can cause disease. Here’s what you need to know.
Lung Cancer
Know more about the diagnosis, its signs, symptoms, and causes.
Exposure
Find more information on job-related asbestos hazards and risks.
Firm News
W&L a Top USA Law Firm for Total Asbestos Case Filings in 2023
Mesothelioma
Drugs & Devices
Defective Drugs
Oxbryta (voxelotor)
W&L is investigating cases of sickle cell patients harmed by this drug.
Ozempic, Wegovy & Rybelsus
Learn more about the connection between weight loss drugs and vision loss.
Depo-Provera
This contraceptive injection could cause brain and spinal tumors.
Medical Device Injuries
Bausch + Lomb enVista Recall
Legal help for patients facing eye surgery complications.
Hernia Mesh: Covidien
Some hernia meshes are linked to a higher-than-expected rate of hernia recurrences and other complications requiring hospitalization and further surgeries.
CooperSurgical IVF
Toxic solution leads to tainted embryos, killing many.
Joint Replacement
Zimmer Biomet CPT Hip
Potential femoral stem issues may raise fracture risk concerns.
Smith & Nephew Hips
Get information on complications linked to certain modular replacements.
Hip Replacement
Failed hip implant polyethylene liners can cause severe side effects requiring revision surgery.
Environmental
Water Contamination
Camp Lejeune, NC
People with diseases linked to contaminated water at this military base could file suit.
Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF)
Chemicals used to stop blazes contaminated water sources, exposing many.
PFOA and PFOS
Chemicals found in groundwater sources are linked to many medical issues.
Environmental Pollution
Moss Landing Vistra Battery Plant Fire
Victims of the incident may be entitled to compensation.
BioLab Chemical Exposure
People affected by BioLab chemical explosion are taking legal action.
Dicamba
This herbicide is still harming farmlands so farmers are taking action.
Petroleum Spills
Communities suffer from the dangerous effects of oil and chemical exposure.
Toxic Chemicals
PFAS
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl exposure links to possible health problems.
Benzene
The sources of this carcinogen and the symptoms linked to it.
TCE
Communities seek aid in recovering from industrial solvent contamination.
PCE – PERC
Companies releasing this toxic chemical are putting communities at risk.
PCBs
Learn about chlorinated hydrocarbons and how they can cause harm.
Dioxins
Hold industries responsible for releasing toxic chemicals in your area.
Radium
Understand the effects of exposure to radioactive materials and what to do.
Vapor Intrusion
Chemical releases from tainted groundwater or soil can have severe effects.
Arsenic
Dangerously high levels have been found in drinking water supplies.
Pesticide Safety
Learn about exposure to farming chemicals, possible risks, and precautions.
Consumer
Product Liability
Snapchat & Fentanyl
Social network faces legal action for sale of narcotics to minors
Social Media Addiction
Digital platforms should be held accountable for algorithm-driven addiction and harm to teenager mental health.
Hair Relaxers and Uterine Cancer
Chemical straightening products can cause uterine and ovarian cancers.
Talcum Powder and Cancer
Mineral linked to mesothelioma or ovarian cancer and how to proceed.
Grand Design RV Frame Defects
Deceptive business practices caused frame defects in various RV models.
PFAS in Baby Wipes, Diapers & Other Products
Harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl toxins in infant items pose a risk to pregnant mothers and kids.
PFAS in Consumer Goods
Manufacturers are misleading and making false claims about man-made chemicals in their products.
PFAS in Cosmetics
Name-brand makeup products with harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl toxins mislead consumers.
Hidden Chemicals in Food
Explains how many medical issues can result from harmful additives.
Consumer Fraud
Roblox Gambling Litigation
Teams file suit against a company facilitating illegal online gambling.
Life Insurance Policy Denial
Ambiguous text in legal contracts can affect death benefit claims.
Data Privacy
Data Breaches
Protect personal and online information from those seeking to steal it.
NewYork Presbyterian Meta Tracking Pixel
Compromising patients’ medical information caused a civil lawsuit.
University of Rochester Medical Center Pixel Tracking
Betrayal of personal medical records violates patient trust.
Personal Injury
Accidents
Car Accident
Vehicle collisions are extremely common and eligible for legal action.
Workplace Accident
Employees deserve a safe place to perform their job duties.
Construction Accidents
Help for those injured at different building sites or project locations.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Owners are responsible for safe conditions for those on their property.
Pedestrian Knock-Down
Vehicles vs. people on foot happen more in urban areas and when it’s dark.
Negligence
Pain and Suffering
You could be compensated for distress and physical injury.
Wrongful Death
Family of a deceased victim can file suit against the party responsible.
NYC Schools Sexting Scandal
Legal criteria for NYC school misconduct lawsuit.
Abercrombie & Fitch Sex Trafficking
Legal options for those harmed by corporate human exploitation.
Child Sex Abuse
Survivors of misconduct may have legal options against responsible parties.
Injuries
Brain Injury
Explore legal action options against anyone responsible for head trauma.
Burn Injury
Your options after experiencing damages from fire or another heat source.
Dog Bite
If you or a family member was injured by a canine, you could take action.
Nursing Home Abuse
Learn how many people experience harmful treatment in care facilities.
Paralysis
Explore the causes and symptoms of spinal cord injuries, and legal options.
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injuries
Preventable trauma to a newborn or mother during a delivery.
Hospital Errors
Learn what you can do if you sustained an injury in a medical facility.
OB/GYN Malpractice
Finding help when harm is caused to a fetus or the mother by medical staff.
Cancer Misdiagnosis
Missed medical findings can lead to pain and suffering for families.
Surgical Error
Mistakes made during operations are a common cause for suing practitioners.
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