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What Does a Railroad Worker Need to Prove in a Mesothelioma or  Asbestos Lung Cancer Claim Against the Railroad?

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive type of cancer that develops in the tissues lining a person’s lungs. It is solely caused by exposure to microscopic airborne asbestos fibers and is wholly preventable through workplace safety to control or eliminate asbestos-containing products.   Sadly, railroads such as CSX, Norfolk Southern, and many others continued using…

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Will a Judge or Jury Decide the Outcome of My Virginia Personal Injury Case?

According to the U.S. Department of Justice, just under 95 percent of personal injury lawsuits settle before they go to trial. These settlements are usually reached after negotiations between the injured party’s Virginia Beach personal injury lawyer and the at-fault party’s insurance company. Sometimes, the negotiation process is resolved quickly and efficiently, while other times,…

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