Illinois Expands Court Jurisdiction in Toxic Exposure Cases with Senate Bill 328
This blog was written by SWMW Law Partner Dave Hylla On Aug. 15, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 328...
Mesothelioma & Lung Cancer Support
Mesothelioma Awareness Month: A Time to Remember, Reflect, and Act
Each September carries special significance – it’s Mesothelioma Awareness Month. This time of year is dedicated to...
Justice Delayed but No Longer Denied: Pennsylvania Expands Rights for Asbestos Victims
This blog was written by SWMW Law Partner Holly Deihl Up until 2013, workers diagnosed with asbestos-related diseases –...
World Lung Cancer Day: A Tribute to Victims of Asbestos Exposure
On World Lung Cancer Day, we remember a few sobering statistics. According to the Centers for Disease Control, lung cancer...
Understanding Mesothelioma: A Beginner’s Guide
Mesothelioma is a term that many may have heard but may not fully understand. It is a rare and aggressive form of cancer...
Mesothelioma Awareness Month: A Time to Remember, Reflect, and Act
September is a month marked by a deep sense of purpose for many—Mesothelioma Awareness Month. It’s a time when we pause...
Lung Cancer: It’s Not Just About Smoking
When we think of lung cancer, the first image that often comes to mind is a cigarette. For decades, the link between smoking...
Workers Memorial Day: Remember Victims of Occupational Asbestos Exposure
As a firm that’s fought for countless families who have lost loved ones to occupational asbestos exposure, SWMW Law is...
Taken Too Soon: A Mother Recounts Losing Her Daughter to Mesothelioma
Gladys Edwards always wanted to be a mother, and when her daughter, Tina, was born, she considered it an answer to her...
SWMW Law ‘Steps Up’ for Clients During American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb
SWMW Law’s commitment to its clients reached new heights Saturday as attorneys and staff members conquered the tallest...
How to Support a Loved One with Mesothelioma
When a loved one is diagnosed with mesothelioma, it can be a daunting and distressing time for everyone involved. As a...
Moving Forward After a Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Learning you have mesothelioma can send your world spinning. It’s scary. You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or depressed...
Raising Mesothelioma Awareness on Rare Disease Day
Despite all our scientific advances in medicine, hundreds of diseases remain classified as rare and difficult to treat due...
Breakthrough Drug Offers New Hope in the Fight Against Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer historically linked to asbestos exposure, has long cast a shadow over the lives of...
Secondary Asbestos Exposure: Risks for Family Members
Working directly with or around asbestos-containing products is the single greatest risk factor for developing...
The Financial Impact of Mesothelioma
From costly treatment to lost income, the financial impact of mesothelioma is one of its most tragic consequences....
Protecting Our Veterans From Mesothelioma & Lung Cancer
For our nation’s armed forces, which expanded at an incredible rate during the 20th century, asbestos was a widely...
Managing Your Mental Health After a Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Mesothelioma is a life-changing diagnosis, and its impact extends far beyond physical health. People with this diagnosis can...
Top Occupations Historically at Risk of Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases are relatively rare in the general population. But they aren’t as rare...
Questions to Ask Your Doctor After a Mesothelioma Diagnosis
When facing a mesothelioma diagnosis, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed – by thoughts, by feelings, and by the...
SWMW Law Supports Mesothelioma Awareness Month
In 2010, Congress designated September 26th as National Mesothelioma Awareness Day to increase awareness of the historic and...
