When someone with mesothelioma chooses to take legal action, estate planning often becomes part of the conversation as they consider how a lawsuit may impact their estate.
By planning ahead, patients can account for their family’s specific needs and take steps to ensure any compensation is properly distributed to their loved ones.
Firm Partner Megan Williams, who leads our probate division for asbestos-related cases, shares her insight into the relationship between estate planning and mesothelioma litigation.
Find out how planning ahead can provide mesothelioma patients with peace of mind and make a meaningful difference for their loved ones.
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Millions of Americans have selflessly served in the U.S. military, prioritizing our nation’s freedom over their personal well-being. For many citizens, their courage holds a significance far beyond a commitment to defend our country.
Celebrated annually on November 11, Veterans Day is a tribute to veterans and a token of thanks for their noble service, including those who suffered trauma, injuries, and illnesses due to their time in the military.
Some of these ailments are psychological in nature, like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), while others may appear decades after service as a result of exposure to toxic substances like asbestos.
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Uber® and Lyft® are major companies that match someone seeking a ride with a driver — but unfortunately, some drivers have used their positions to harm passengers.
Rideshare lawsuits have been filed by thousands of passengers who claim they were sexually assaulted or otherwise harmed during their rides. Some of these incidents may have been preventable if Uber and Lyft had implemented stronger safety measures.
By working with a rideshare lawyer, survivors may be able to hold these companies accountable and pursue compensation for medical bills, therapy, lost wages, and more.
Attorney An Truong, a partner in the firm’s Complex…
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On October 13, the United States Navy will celebrate its 250th birthday since its formation by the Continental Congress in 1775. In those days, the U.S.Navy’s goal was to challenge British naval forces and interrupt trade. The Continental Congress bought a number of ships to use for that purpose, and had them sail alone or in pairs.
Over the past several decades, the U.S. Navy has seen a number of important innovations in naval combat and equipment. These include the first successful submarine in 1898, the purchase of the first naval aircraft in 1911, and the first aircraft carrier in…
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When the link between asbestos exposure and illnesses like mesothelioma became known to the public, thousands of families took legal action against companies that made and sold asbestos-containing products.
Many of these companies filed for bankruptcy. Courts ordered them to establish asbestos bankruptcy trust funds and set aside money for victims and their families.
Firm Partner Lisa Nathanson Busch manages the Asbestos Bankruptcy Department at Simmons Hanly Conroy. With nearly 30 years of experience, she has helped over 30,000 clients pursue compensation from asbestos trust funds.
Below, Lisa answers some of the most commonly asked questions about how asbestos bankruptcy…
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On September 26, 2025, communities across the country will join together to recognize Mesothelioma Awareness Day, which is dedicated to bringing attention to this rare asbestos-caused cancer and raising funds for mesothelioma treatments.
The day falls less than a week after the annual Miles for Meso 5K Run and 3K Fun Run & Walk, an event organized by Simmons Hanly Conroy since 2009. This year’s race was held both virtually and in-person on September 20 and supported the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO).
Over the years, our asbestos law firm has pledged more than $21 million to mesothelioma and cancer…
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A Letter from Linda Reinstein, President & Co-Founder of Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)
Every September, something extraordinary happens in Alton, Illinois. As I lace up my shoes and pin my bib number to my shirt, I’m not just preparing to participate in another Miles for Meso 5K race, but joining a movement that has transformed my understanding of what it means to turn tragedy into triumph, grief into action, and individual pain into collective power.
The Miles for Meso race means everything to me because it represents the very essence of what we can accomplish when we refuse…
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Firm Partner Juan Bauta, an asbestos attorney based in our Florida office, has over 30 years of experience helping families seek justice.
Juan focuses on filing mesothelioma lawsuits against companies that made or sold asbestos products without warning of the risks. He strives to make the legal process accessible to all, regardless of their background or circumstances.
“I worked with Juan Bauta over the course of a year in resolving a personal legal matter. During this time, I grew to respect and appreciate his intelligence and legal knowledge. Mr. Bauta is also very affable and available to answer any questions.
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Paraquat is a highly toxic ingredient found in popular commercial weed killers that may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease.
Thousands of families have filed lawsuits against Syngenta, Chevron, and other manufacturers for reportedly failing to warn about the potential link between paraquat exposure and neurological conditions like Parkinson’s.
By joining the paraquat litigation, victims may be able to hold these companies accountable and pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and more.
Attorney Brendan Smith, a partner in the firm’s Complex Litigation Department, is actively supporting families affected by paraquat exposure and helping them seek justice after a…
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On June 6, 1944, when the Allied Forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, it marked a critical turning point in World War II. Overwhelmed by the invasion, Nazi forces retreated back to the Seine River. The Allies accepted their official surrender less than a year later.
The pivotal invasion was dubbed “Operation Overlord,” but many people refer to this consequential battle as “D-Day” or the “Battle of Normandy.” Today, D-Day is remembered and observed in many of the ally nations, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and France.
D-Day is observed not only because it kicked-started the liberation…
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