Mesothelioma & Asbestos News
Georgia-Pacific Asbestos Trust Fund: Where It Stands in 2026
The Georgia-Pacific asbestos trust has not been established yet to accept asbestos claims in 2026. Learn the latest on the Bestwall bankruptcy.
Nearly 73% of Consumers Mistakenly Believe the FDA Tests Cosmetics for Safety
Learn what our survey reveals about consumer awareness of asbestos in talc, talc-based products, and concerns about cosmetic product safety.
How Attorneys Evaluate Asbestos Exposure Evidence
Learn how attorneys review work history, medical records, product identification, and witness testimony to build a mesothelioma case.
Johns Manville Asbestos Trust Payment Percentage Increase Announced
September 2026 Update: Johns Manville Asbestos Trust increased its payment percentage from 5.1% to 5.6%. See if you qualify for compensation.
9 ELSM Law Attorneys Receive 2027 Best Lawyers® Honors
Nine ELSM Law attorneys were recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Family of Decades-Long Talc Product User Awarded $10 Million Verdict in Mesothelioma Case
A Louisiana jury awarded $10 million to the family of an ELSM client who developed mesothelioma after decades of Johnson & Johnson talc product use.
Brian Early Named 2027 Best Lawyers® "Lawyer of the Year" in New York
ELSM Law attorney Brian Early earned the 2027 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” honor for Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs in New York.
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Owens-Illinois Asbestos Trust Payment Percentage Increase Announced
August 2026 Update: Owens-Illinois Asbestos Trust increased its payment percentage from 50% to 65%. See if you qualify for additional compensation.
What Happens in a Mesothelioma Deposition?
A mesothelioma deposition preserves key testimony about diagnosis, work history, and asbestos exposure. Learn what to expect and how to prepare.
Guide to Asbestos Trust Fund Payouts in 2026
Learn how asbestos trust fund payouts work in 2026, including payment percentages, average compensation amounts, and factors that affect payouts.
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