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On Behalf of Brayton Purcell, LLP | Nov 2, 2017 | Asbestos Lung Cancer The upcoming series of blog posts we will be sharing is focused on informing and creating awareness about lung cancer. During Lung Cancer Awareness Month, it...

By Alison Seder | Oct 24, 2017 | Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a specific type of cancer overwhelmingly caused by exposure to asbestos. It involves mesothelial cells that form the very thin linings/membranes surrounding and encasing the lungs, heart, abdominal cavity,...

By Alison Seder | Oct 17, 2017 | Mesothelioma Asbestos is a naturally-occurring, fibrous mineral that has been used in various consumer products for decades. In fact, its use dates back more than 4,000 years ago. However, starting in the...

By Alison Seder | Oct 5, 2017 | Mesothelioma The length of time one can survive with mesothelioma depends on a variety of factors, and each person’s battle with this pernicious disease is unique. A diagnosis of mesothelioma has long...

By Alison Seder | Sep 18, 2017 | Asbestos In The Home Local residents in Wilmington, Massachusetts are concerned and angry that a home with asbestos siding was demolished, sending toxic dust all around neighboring homes. The contractor who received...

By Alison Seder | Sep 11, 2017 | Asbestos Exposure If you are wondering how long you can be exposed to asbestos before it becomes harmful, the truth is that there is no “safe” level of asbestos exposure. Asbestos can...

By Alison Seder | Aug 25, 2017 | Mesothelioma August 30th of this year is National Grief Awareness Day. It is an opportunity and a reminder to raise awareness of the impact that death and loss can have on us....